Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
Australian researchers are investigating whether Dungeons & Dragons can help players build social skills.
Embryo editing expanding
Experts are working through concerns over gene editing in early human embryos.
Head knock expert speaks on AFL
While the AFL is taking greater action to prevent concussions, experts say attitudes must change.
Medibank slapped over hack
APRA has taken action against Medibank Private over a major cyber incident.
NDIS aids for decade
A landmark review marks the first decade of Australia’s National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Payout set for patient harm
A Queensland nurse has been awarded $1.6 million in damages for injuries from a violent patient.
Med school influence checked
Inadequate conflict of interest policies in Australian universities fail to safeguard medical students from commercial influence, according to a recent study.
Breast explanations studied
Experts say more people need to know about the risks of cosmetic breast enhancement.
Diabetes driven to margins
Experts say structural racism and geographic inequity are escalating the global diabetes crisis.
Key gaps widen
Indigenous Australians continue to experience worsening life outcomes despite efforts to Close the Gap.
Mobile virus probed
Australian researchers have revealed new details of a virus with serious pandemic potential.
Junk food ad ban lands
Advocates have responded to a proposed junk food advertising ban tabled this week.
Bacteria camo uncovered
Australian scientists have discovered how Golden staph hides and thrives in human cells.
Pangolin prompts tiny robot
A pangolin-inspired, small medical robot could revolutionise invasive medical procedures.
Synthetic embryos tested
Scientists say they have created synthetic human embryos using stem cells, without the need for eggs or sperm.
Broome records 'code black' rise
Stats show it is becoming more dangerous to be a health worker in WA.
Cell behaviour gamed
Researchers have used a video game algorithm to gain insights into the behaviour of molecules within live brain cells.
Concussion risks compound
New research shows a concussion can increase future injury risk by 50 per cent.