A study analysing 30-year-old influenza-vaccinated blood samples is the first, researchers say, to effectively look back in time to understand future immunity. [ + ]

Health care has crossed a governance complexity threshold — with AI agents changing the benchmark for what good governance looks like. [ + ]

AI is increasingly embedded across modern healthcare environments. However, as adoption accelerates, AI security is fast becoming a frontline patient-safety issue. [ + ]

An Australian study recently published in The BMJ is claimed to be the first to show a non-drug intervention after stroke can effectively prevent falls. [ + ]

Australian researchers have urged greater regulation for the prescribing of medicinal cannabis following a 'largest-ever' safety and efficacy review. [ + ]

The Australian Medical Association has released its 2026 Public Hospital Report Card, suggesting overall performance remains "significantly worse" than 10 years ago. [ + ]

Uniforms are more than functional workwear. When thoughtfully considered, they can quietly support emotional wellbeing, dignity and connection. [ + ]

Here are some key data security challenges and risks healthcare organisations in Australia are currently facing — and potential ways to mitigate them. [ + ]

Medicine shortages are no longer isolated supply disruptions. They are escalating and directly affecting clinicians' ability to deliver patient care. [ + ]

Natasha Decorso manages the clinical care team at Resthaven Paradise and Eastern Community Services. Here's a day in her life. [ + ]

A UK study involving 231 patients has advocated 'mindful endoscopy' — allowing detailed examinations without the need for sedation or general anaesthesia. [ + ]

Results are in from the Queensland Health Medical Workforce Wellbeing Survey to which more than 2000 doctors responded. [ + ]

Published in February, an Australian National University and University of Glasgow co-edited collaborative research anthology tackles sexual harms between doctors. [ + ]

One of the most immediate and preventable risks to patient data often goes overlooked: the physical security of the devices clinicians rely on every day. [ + ]

After working in hospitals, an Australian researcher has considered how hospitals and aged care homes can combat food waste — including with the help of AI. [ + ]