Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
New research reveals that heart damage from COVID-19 often stabilises after hospitalisation.
HIV rise amid broader slide
Despite a recent rise, HIV diagnoses in Australia have shown a steady decline over the past decade.
Semaglutide death risk reviewed
A major weight loss drug could lower the risk of death from heart disease, infections, and even COVID-19.
Survey shows injecting acceptance
A majority of Australians now support supervised injecting facilities, according to new research.
Phone cancer claims denied
Mobile phones do not cause brain cancer, a major WHO-backed study confirms.
Frozen virus probed
A new study reveals the evolutionary history of viruses preserved in glacial ice.
IV supply propped up
The Federal Government says it has secured an additional 22 million bags of IV fluid.
Police unfit for mental response
The New South Wales police commissioner wants to keep officers away from mental health incidents.
Remote turnover assessed
Experts have reviewed the extreme staff turnover in remote health services.
Vaccine compensation suggested
There are calls for a no-fault compensation scheme to be created for vaccine injuries.
Mental health view measured
New research looks at how a mental health diagnosis can change the way people are perceived.
IVF issue settled
Monash IVF has settled a $56 million class action lawsuit over faulty genetic testing that destroyed ...
Shingles jabs rise to new peak
Expanded access to the shingles vaccine has led to a record surge in vaccinations.
Anti-violence assessed
Some serious challenges have been revealed in Australia's fight against gender-based violence.
Long COVID bill lingers
Long COVID cost the Australian economy nearly $10 billion in 2022, new analysis shows.
Gamers report mental lift
A survey suggests that playing video games may contribute positively to mental health.