Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - March, 2018
About 5,000 Australians die of sepsis each year, but experts have outlined new measures to help reduce the toll.
Skin cancer risk site goes live
Researchers have developed an online test to predict the risk of developing melanoma.
Kids review finds middle ranking
Australia has been ranked in the middle of the pack among developed nations on most key measures of child wellbeing.
Funds focus on endometriosis
The Federal Government has put up $2.5 million for research to combat endometriosis.
Asbestos legacy detailed
The challenges of Australia’s asbestos legacy have been outlined in a new report.
Help coming for rural carers
The NDIA will spend about $420 million implementing the recommendations of an independent review of NDIS pricing.
Homeless help costs weighed
Providing stable housing may prove less expensive than providing health and other services to homeless people, according to new research.
NSW cuts red tape for pot scripts
New South Wales is providing the most direct access to medicinal cannabis.
Pollution savings could pay for Paris
Experts say the health benefits could outweigh the costs of implementing the Paris Climate Agreement.
Step taken toward stem cell kidneys
Australian researchers have made an important step towards making human kidneys from stem cells.
Healthy food system supported
A new survey has found the traffic light policy for canteens can make food and drinks provided in public schools healthier.