Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Most women are ignoring classic pregnancy supplements, researchers say.
PBS boost brings welcome inclusions
New listings on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) could save diabetics thousands of dollars a year.
Speed increase concerns surgeons
The people who deal with hideous scenes of road trauma are fighting a move to unlimited speed zones.
Virtual strolls to stop real falls
Combining virtual reality and treadmill training helps prevent falls in older adults, according to a new study.
Natural? Not always
A Heart Foundation survey says half the products with the words “nature” or “natural” on the label do not form part of a healthy diet.
Dutton dismisses new abuse
Disturbing signs of abuse have again emerged from an Australian government facility.
Insiders minimise NDIS glitch
Authorities have moved to minimise the fallout from a serious NDIS computer glitch.
Stem cell sites slammed
A new study shows advanced economies are hotbeds for direct-to-consumer marketing of stem cell therapies.
Chemist combination on the cards
Two local pharmacy giants have unveiled multi-billion-dollar merger plans.
Report slams ignorance as policy
Australia’s offshore detention polices deliberately ignore inhumane treatment, investigators say.
Rural towns want solid services
Inflexible government funding is depriving remote communities in NSW, according to one social services group.
Waste reveals WA drug use
Wastewater tests have revealed a lot about the private lives and habits of Perth.
Sick switch can increase infections
Research suggests sending sick staff home could make things worse.
ACS advice updated
Heart specialists have updated the guidelines for treating acute coronary syndrome (ACS).
Inactivity bill running high
Research shows that in 2013, physical inactivity cost the world about $75.6 billion in healthcare expenditure and lost productivity.