Archived News for Health Sector Professionals - July, 2018
A jury in the US has awarded over $6 billion ($US4.7 billion) in damages to 22 women and their families after claims that asbestos in Johnson & Johnson talcum powder contributed to their ovarian cancer.
Tap contamination to continue
Brass fittings and taps that can leave lead in drinking water are being sold nationwide.
Ultrasound drug delivery tested
A trial in the UK has tested a new way to deliver chemotherapy driven by ultrasound.
Frozen food recall launched
Authorities have issued a recall of frozen vegetables due to listeria fears.
Nuclear shutdown could harm health
The shutdown of Australia’s only nuclear medicine generator could endanger patients in rural and regional areas.
Poison stats show demographic difference
New figures show poisoning remains a significant public health problem in Australia, and that it differs between age groups.
Robo-car health effects checked
A new survey has revealed some of the challenges on the way to fully-automated driving.
Some smoke risks unknown
Researchers say most people are still not aware of the full danger of smoking.
Boozy demands studied
A study of 62 men suggests drinking may make them more persistent in their demands for sex.
Viagra could ease birth issues
Viagra is being tested as a treatment to reduce foetal distress for birthing mothers.
Accreditation issues at SA hospitals
Two leading South Australian hospitals have been put on notice to fix concerning workloads and their "lacking and unsettling" governance structure for interns.
Chemical sensitivities mapped
A new study has found a range of common household chemicals are making people sick.
Indigenous morbidities mapped
The likelihood of Indigenous Australians having two or more chronic health conditions is 2.6 times higher than for non-Indigenous Australians.