Archived News for Health Sector Professionals
A review has found that after 21 years, Sydney's supervised injecting centre is a success.
Study seeks gas saving
Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is a common and effective painkiller for use in childbirth, but it is a greenhouse gas, and experts are trying to reduce its environmental impact.
WHO against antibody course
The World Health Organization (WHO) is strongly advising against antibody treatments for COVID-19.
Videos backed for trim kids
Researchers say a video-based programme helped kids cut the kilos during lockdown.
Stem cell advances revealed
New research brings the scientific world closer to making stem cells from a patient’s adult cells, rather than human embryos.
Ambassadors seen as aged help
‘Resident ambassadors’ in aged care settings could reduce incidences of violence and aggression...
DAFF sees future risks
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) has called for adaptation to a changing biosecurity environment.
Female tissue tests enhanced
Researchers have come up with a new way to grow tissue for female reproductive system reconstruction.
Global development slips
The UN says human development has declined for the first time since it started measuring it.
Monkeypox plans backed
New research suggests vaccines could induce strong immune responses against the 2022 monkeypox virus.
Officials mark COVID changes
Senior health officials say Australia has passed its COVID-19 peak, but needs to be prepared for future waves.
Vital aftercare enhanced
A state and federal government partnership is providing funding for suicide aftercare in Tasmania.
HESTA warns fossil stocks
Superannuation giant HESTA has advised AGL Energy, Origin, Santos and Woodside it may offload their stocks ...
Air quality set to slide
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says that as the climate changes, global air quality is set to take a hit.
Home work makes better balls
When lockdowns forced researchers home, some came up with a new way to make ‘microspheres’.
State responds to call stats
The Victorian Government has responded to disturbing emergency call stats.
Aged care AI slammed
South Australia's health minister has criticised a federally-funded trial of CCTV in aged care.
COVID requirements trimmed
National Cabinet has agreed to shorten COVID-19 isolation requirements by two days for most workers.
Diabetes shift detected
The most common reasons why people with type 2 diabetes are admitted to hospital are changing.
Diet risks detailed
Two large studies have linked ‘ultra-processed’ foods and increased risks of heart disease, bowel cancer and death.