‘Working together to implement and deliver a connected and integrated health system’ [ + ]

CRC for Biomedical Imaging Development (CRCBID) explains why PET scanning sets the standard of care in the modern healthcare sector. [ + ]

More people are accepting that people with mental illness have the right to be treated to the same standard of care as people without mental illness, which includes help with a smoking addiction. Mark Ragg reports. [ + ]

Integrated solutions for the global conundrum [ + ]

From 1 July 2012, Australians will be able to register online for their personally controlled electronic health record (PCEHR), which will boost patient safety, improve healthcare delivery, and cut waste and duplication. [ + ]

ACORN’s (Australian College of Operating Room Nurses) Vision is to develop the SPIRIT of perioperative nursing in Australia by standards utilising evidence based practice, professional growth and development, innovation to achieve best patient care outcomes, representation of all States and Territories, influencing health policy and developing teamwork locally, nationally and internationally. [ + ]

Coregas is a group business of Wesfarmers Industrial and Safety—a division of Wesfarmers Limited. [ + ]

With the flu season fast approaching leading experts have called upon Australian nurses to get the jab and protect themselves from the virus. Tara Wyllie reports. [ + ]

In a healthcare environment the need for improved infection control is always at the top of mind. Surfaces within these environments need to control the transfer and possible development of infections. Insitu wallcovering and pinboard fabrics now provide wall surfaces that prevent and stop the development of healthcare associated infections, providing a colourful, yet functional noise reduced environment within aged care facilities and hospitals. [ + ]

Delivering aged care industry standards with a total supply chain solution [ + ]

Health Reform Opportunities for All in the Sector [ + ]

Hospital Communications Infrastructure [ + ]

It is a great pleasure to provide a foreword for the first edition of Australian Hospital and Healthcare Bulletin for 2012. [ + ]

Healthcare delivery has changed dramatically over the past 15 years in Australia and will continue to evolve to meet increased demands and client expectations. The INS Group, a leading healthcare organisation in Australia, has been actively involved in changes to in home healthcare delivery for over 25 years through the development of e-health technologies and integrated healthcare services. [ + ]

Russel Duncan, CEO emerging systems [ + ]