Encephalitis Information Week begins
18 October, 2021Encephalitis Society has launched the inaugural Australian Encephalitis Information Week to support organisations to help disseminate resources on the devastating brain inflammation.
What has COVID-19 taught us about infection prevention and control?
18 October, 2021 by Amy SarcevicThere is nothing like a one-in-100-year pandemic to expose cracks in an infection prevention and control (IPC) strategy.
Infection prevention and control in virtual healthcare settings
15 October, 2021 by Amy SarcevicShortly after welcoming the arrival of her second child, Kelly Evans'* blissful 'post-birth bubble' burst, much earlier than she had imagined.
Scientists targeted with "pandemic levels of abuse"
15 October, 2021Around 1 in 5 Australian scientists have said they experienced death threats and/or threats of physical or sexual violence after speaking to the media about COVID-19.
Sparking innovation in cancer research
14 October, 2021 by Jane AllmanProfessor Mark Dawson's research has identified novel therapeutic strategies for several cancers and has helped to establish clinical trials with epigenetic therapies.
Sepsis in the spotlight
13 October, 2021 by Dr Carolyn Hullick*, Emergency Physician and Clinical Director, and Chris Boyd-Skinner*, Sepsis Program Manager, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health CareThe National Sepsis Program aims to improve sepsis outcomes for Australians by increasing awareness and recognition of sepsis, supporting clinicians, consumers and health service organisations.
Elevated BP at young, middle age impacts brain ageing
11 October, 2021People with elevated blood pressure that falls within the normal recommended range are at risk of accelerated brain ageing, according to a study by The Australian National University.
How technology is changing maternity care
07 October, 2021 by David Groberman, CEO, HeraMEDWhat a time to be in health care. With the rise of personalised care, home monitoring and telehealth, specifically, during the pandemic, we are witnessing a transformation in the way doctors and nurses interact with and care for patients.
Breast cancer: alcohol, weight gain lead to rise in rates; 1 in 4 cases preventable
06 October, 2021Breast cancer rates have increased by 50% since the 1980s due to increased alcohol consumption, weight gain, a lack of exercise and other lifestyle factors.
Opinion: How precision oncology is transforming patient care
30 September, 2021 by Professor David Thomas, Director of the Kinghorn Cancer Centre and Lab Head of Genomic Cancer Medicine at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research AustraliaCancer is fundamentally a genetic disease, driven by mutations that drive cancer growth. Just as each person is genetically unique, so the genomic profile of no two cancers is the same.
Vic to use air purifiers as part of safe return-to-school plan
29 September, 2021The Department of Education and Training Victoria will be installing air purifiers in each public school classroom as part of its safe return-to-school plan.
2021 ACIPC International Conference returns this November
29 September, 2021The 2021 Australian College for Infection Prevention and Control (ACIPC) International Conference will be held online from 8–10 November 2021.
Infection control in aged care
28 September, 2021 by Sean Rooney, Chief Executive Officer, Leading Age Services Australia (LASA) | Supplied by: Leading Age Services AustraliaIn recent times we have increased protections for older Australians in aged care, with the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) leads in aged-care homes, high-rate vaccinations for residents and mandatory immunisation for staff.
The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne trials COVID-19 nasal swab
24 September, 2021The Murdoch Children's Research Institute and The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne are trialling a new device — Rhinomed Junior — to test children for COVID-19.
More expert pharmacists needed in the era of medicine miracles
23 September, 2021 by Kristin Michaels, SHPA Chief Executive | Supplied by: The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of AustraliaAs we live through the lengthening tail of a persistent pandemic, it is challenging to consider the simpler medicines landscape of 20 years ago.
