Health and Medical News
The government is investigating a ransomware data breach involving MediSecure, an electronic prescriptions provider.
AMA reacts to health spend
Lobbyists say Australia’s health sector is missing an opportunity for systemic change.
Victoria backs biotech
The Victorian Government has announced a $5 million investment in the development of life-saving innovations.
Food drives quick picks
Australian researchers have discovered that the human brain can differentiate between food and non-food items in about 1/10th of a second.
Pharmacy script power granted
The NSW Government is allowing pharmacists to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Mind-reading tech tested
A new mind-reading device is capable of decoding words that people are thinking but not vocalising.
SA switching to single model
Governments have introduced a new initiative aimed at addressing the shortage of doctors in rural and regional areas.
Health fund topped up
Researchers are invited to apply for a share in a new $160 million medical research fund.
Suspension over lung failure
A provider has been suspended over substandard black lung testing for coal miners.
Big school gap surveyed
New research highlights severe underfunding for students with disabilities in Australian schools.
Prac pay announced
A new support payment will be offered for student placements in critical care fields.
PC probes My Health faults
The Productivity Commission has reviewed the underperformance of the $2 billion My Health Record (MHR) system.
Millions saved in vaccine age
A global study has reviewed the global, life-saving impact of vaccines.
Probe launched on newborn concern
Reports of newborn removals at public birthing hospitals have triggered a state review.
Hospital spread stats emerge
Thousands of patients have contracted COVID-19 in Victorian public hospitals over the past two years, data shows.
Hormone support studied
A long-term study updates the understanding of hormone therapy for postmenopausal women.
Breach exposes health data
A major data breach has affected thousands of family violence and sexual assault victims.