Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
The Australian Government has released a long-awaited review into Medicare fraud and non-compliance ...
Punishing intent probed
Experts are questioning whether harsh punishments actually deter behaviour - a belief that lies at the heart of the justice system.
Poo pilot outlined
A pioneering “poo transplant” trial could give hope to severely ill cancer patients.
3D-printed hearts tested
Engineers are working on custom, 3D-printed hearts that look and pump just like the real thing.
Base probes battery cases
Authorities are investigating the emergency care of children after two button battery incidents at Mackay Base Hospital.
Big mission for single lab
A laboratory in south-east Melbourne is now the global hub for medical researchers looking to cure childhood cancer.
New tool to compare care
Experts have developed a new method for aged care providers to monitor and compare care.
PPE waste probed
Questions have been asked about millions of dollars’ worth of unusable PPE in Tasmania.
Shocking findings in child survey
The Australian government has revealed the results of a national survey on the prevalence of child maltreatment.
Flu heart risk studied
A new study suggests the risk of a heart attack could be six times higher when people have the flu.
Patient leak deepens
A health workers’ union has been revealed as the recipient of data from a serious breach at Canberra Health Services (CHS).
GPs call for script extension
A major health body says longer scripts would help reduce costs for consumers.
Beliefs drive relief
A new study suggests shame, guilt or incentives are not enough to sustain humanitarian action.
Giant MRI set on long COVID
The world’s strongest MRI has been used to investigate COVID impacts on the brain.
UN report demands action
Climate change impacts are larger, more rapid and worse than previous estimates, but humanity can tackle them.