Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
An Australian-led trial has found that adding a new drug to two existing treatments significantly improved the lung function of patients with cystic fibrosis.
PrEP trial shows big decline
HIV infections in gay and bisexual men in NSW have declined by almost one-third following PrEP trials.
Queensland backs abortion bill
Abortion will become legal in Queensland, after the state’s parliament voted in support of new legislation.
Headspace to see $52m boost
The Federal Government says it will increase funding to Headspace by about 50 per cent next financial year.
PM pushed for Nauru move
The Morrison Government is facing internal pressure to move children off Nauru.
Apology for mesh agony
The Federal Government has issued a national apology after decades of “agony and pain” from vaginal mesh implants.
Fat added to diabetes risk
A new study by Australian researchers challenges conventional wisdom about the causes of diabetes.
Hunt wants silicosis focus
Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt has called on state workplace regulators to immediately investigate the risk of silicosis for stonemasons.
India upholds high-tech database
India's highest court has upheld the legality of a controversial biometric identity database.
MPs seek TPP changes
Crossbenchers are seeking to amend the government's Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) free trade agreement.
New links to slow overdiagnosis
A new alliance has formed with the aim of reversing the harms of overdiagnosis.
World Bank ranks human capital
The World Bank Group has unveiled a new system to rank countries based on their human capital success ...
AI effective at mental forecast
A global study has found AI can perform better than doctors at predicting mental health outcomes.
Cancer body calls for Roundup review
The Cancer Council wants an independent review into the world's most popular weedkiller.
Diabetic foot costs counted
Experts say diabetic foot disease could be Australia's least known major health problem.
Gut sensor pill coming
An electronic capsule that measures gases in the gut could be available within just a few years.
Inquiry to count mental costs
The Federal Government has commissioned an inquiry into the impact of mental illness on the economy.
Rates rise in new drug report
Australians are using cocaine at some of the highest-ever recorded levels, according to new stats.
Shonky prizes for dodgy claims
This year’s Shonky awards have highlighted some seriously off claims.