Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - February, 2021
The final report from the aged care royal commission contains a range of suggestions for reforms and funding.
ATSI hearing app launched
New guidelines and a smartphone app are aimed at preventing and managing hearing loss in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children.
COVID ripples in Aboriginal areas
Aboriginal community members from New South Wales have shared their experiences and perspectives on the indirect impacts of COVID-19 in their communities.
Restrictions linked to missed cancer
Researchers say an estimated 2,530 cancer diagnoses were delayed or missing during the COVID-19 restrictions in Victoria.
State responds to excess vaccination
The Queensland government is boosting safety measures in state-run aged care facilities after two patients received multiple COVID-19 vaccine doses.
Funds drive lab-meat expansion
An Australian lab-based meat company has secured US$6 million in seed funding.
Nature aids waste-removal
A new study shows that without nature, humanity may drown in its own filth.
Lead levels high in Port Pirie
The levels of lead in the blood of Port Pirie children have been re-assessed.
Pharmacists aid ER reduction
Research shows closer links between pharmacists and GPs can reduce emergency room presentations.
Water sweep shows NYE narcotics
Australia is among the countries consuming the highest amounts of ‘party’ drugs, according to wastewater samples taken from eight countries over the New Year period.
Experts reflect on new jab
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has granted provisional approval to AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine.
AI aiding eye health
Researchers say eye health is one of the areas where artificial intelligence is having the greatest effect.
Big results for bladder cancer drug
A new type of drug has been shown to reduce bladder cancer deaths by up to 30 per cent.
Depression seen between Tweets
Experts say a person’s social media posts could reveal symptoms of depression.
Drones flown for health boost
A new project will investigate using drones for remote NT health delivery.
Hunt defends vaccine claim
The Federal Government has been criticised for putting its party political logo on official vaccine announcements.