Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
A genetically modified pig kidney has been functioning successfully in a human for more than a month.
Head knock report released
The Senate has issued a report from its inquiry into concussions and repeated head trauma in sports.
Paper straw PFAS checked
Researchers have discovered that many so-called ‘eco-friendly’ paper straws contain poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
'Brain fog' signs spotted
Researchers in the UK have identified two blood biomarkers that could serve as early indicators of cognitive deficits in COVID-19 patients.
Blood drug used for HIV
An existing blood cancer drug is demonstrating the potential to target dormant HIV cells.
New site to support carers
A new website has been created to support non-professional carers of terminally ill individuals.
Protein theory backed
A new paper sheds light on the Protein Leverage Hypothesis, originally proposed by Australian experts in 2005.
Brain links boosted
Researchers have shattered records for the speed of brain-computer interfaces (BCIs).
Brain worm breaks ground
An Australian woman has become the first known human to be infected with a parasitic roundworm linked to ...
Dual drugs smash mouse cancer
Researchers have designed a single drug that delivers a lethal ‘one-two’ punch to blood cancer...
Cochlear compo outlined
Hundreds of families will be offered compensation for issues with Cochlear hearing implants in South Australia.
Dementia forecast extended
A new test could help predict who will get dementia in the next 14 years.
Y map completed
Researchers have unveiled a long-awaited map of the human Y chromosome, responsible for determining male characteristics.
Report predicts red future
Australia is facing four decades of budget deficits, according to the latest Intergenerational Report.
Medibank hit continues
Medibank anticipates a financial hit of $35 million in 2024 due to the fallout from a 2022 data breach.
Hookworms set on human disease
A world-first human trial has used live hookworms to combat diseases such as Type 2 diabetes.
Cells switched for new repairs
Engineering researchers say special cells involved in tissue repair can be “tuned” to take on different types of repair...
Low-dose risks revealed
New research shows an increased cancer risk from low-dose radiation exposure at work.