Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Federal Minister for Health Tanya Plibersek has said she is extremely concerned over the Queensland Government’s $4.4 million per year cuts to health care grants.
Baby boomer obesity a looming crisis
An urgent rethink about on strategies to reduce obesity in the baby boomer generation is urgently needed, according to a new report released by the University of Adelaide.
Video game a boon for hearing treatment
A team of researchers from the National Acoustic Laboratories (NAL) have discovered how a video game has become the first known treatment for Spatial Processing Disorder.
$130 billion spent on health last year
Australia spent in excess of $130 billion on health in 2010-11, according to a report released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).
Gynaecological cancer survival rate trending upwards
An average of 12 women per day are being diagnosed with a gynaecological cancer, but survival rates are continuing to improve, according to a report released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).
Disability service usage on the rise finds AIHW
The use of disability services in Australia is continuing to rise, with a total increase of 7 per cent over the 2010-11 period according to a new report released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).
Iron therapy wins WA funding
The Western Australian Government has announced funding for a trial iron injection therapy across all of the state’s intensive care units over the next 24 months, a move which is hoped to be key in reducing blood transfusion use.
Researchers lead fertility breakthrough
A team of researchers in Melbourne have identified a new breakthrough method of protecting female fertility for women suffering the potential impact of cancer therapy or premature menopause.
Cancer survival rates improving finds AIHW
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has found that cancer rates are continuing to improve.
CSIRO leads 'quantum' step towards Hendra detection
The CSIRO has published findings that detail the outcome of a study that promises to lead to a faster, simpler way to detect the virus.
ACT backs cancer research centre
The ACT Government has announced it will fund a high profile chair in cancer research to be based at The John Curtin School of Medical Research (JCSMR) at the Australian National University (ANU).
AMA hits out at alcohol industry
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has hit out at the alcohol industry, saying self-regulation has failed and that the Government should establish a Federal Inquiry into alcohol marketing in Australia.
Online intervention 'dramatically cuts' suicide risk
Research conducted by the University of New South Wales has recorded a dramatic reduction in both depression and suicidal thoughts in patients who participated in a study involving internet cognitive behavior therapy.
Royal North Shore Hospital ready to open doors
The new Royal North Shore Hospital has received its certificate of occupancy, meaning the main building will soon be receiving patients.
SA moves to implement child research with new centre
The South Australian Government has officially opened the new Fraser Mustard Centre, which will aim to connect cutting edge research with practical measures to improve the health, wellbeing and education of the state’s children.
ABS conducts largest ever survey of Indigenous health
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has commenced the largest ever Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health survey, aimed at improving knowledge of the health issues affecting Indigenous Australians.
Full membership of Positive Ageing panel announced
The Federal Government has announced the full membership of the Advisory Panel on Positive Ageing, enlisting a range of eminent Australians with strong experience in issues facing seniors.
Funding for aged care projects
The Federal Government has announced $10.2 million in funding for 26 projects to better prepare the aged care workforce to cater for increased demand.
Exercising severely ill patients earlier improves recovery
A study examining the health and recovery benefits of early exercise in hospitalised patients with life-threatening illness or injury will lead to future trials of early mobilization (EM) programs in intensive care units (ICU).
Health risk factors on the rise: AIHW report
A report released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has found that many health risk factors are on the rise, although some, such as smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, have dropped among certain age groups, particularly among young people.
AMA releases position papers on use of GPs in emergencies
The Australian Medical Association has released two new Position Statements outlining the role of GPs in emergencies and natural disasters and how best to support GPs in these situations.