Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Details have emerged following a cyberattack on St Vincent’s Health Australia.
Health scare reports studied
Experts have studied the impact of media narratives when health scares emerge.
Priority probed in SA
An independent review has looked into claims of improper patient prioritisation at SA Hospitals.
Sleazy surgeons watched
Researchers are testing methods to address offensive and rude comments in operating theatres.
Yarns open WA health
A new healthcare education program developed in rural Western Australia is breaking down communication barriers between clinicians and Aboriginal patients.
Folbigg case quashed
In a major victory for both justice and science, Kathleen Folbigg has been fully acquitted of murder convictions ...
Ancient antibiotics give tips
Engineers are looking at how natural antibiotics evolve to unlock new treatments for deadly superbugs.
Chatbot challenge studied
New research shows that social chatbots could be doing more harm than good for neurodiverse people.
NDIS reports on supports
The long-awaited NDIS review proposes transformative changes to Australia’s disability support system.
ARC changes outlined
The Albanese Government has presented a bill to strengthen the Australian Research Council (ARC).
Local magic mushrooms sequenced
Australia's magic mushrooms could help breed tomorrow's “designer ‘shrooms”.