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Report: Fall in gold standard COPD test is cause for concern
A new national report released today by ACSQHC reveals a dramatic fall in the use of spirometry, a critical diagnostic test for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. [ + ]
Cloud-based solutions: enhancing efficiency and patient outcomes
Australian-developed, cloud-based solutions have the potential to make digital health more accessible. A software-for-healthcare provider sets out some benefits. [ + ]
Could this ICU disinfectant procedure increase antibiotic-resistant infections?
European researchers are calling for a review of healthcare guidelines after revealing that an ICU disinfectant procedure may increase antibiotic-resistant infection risk. [ + ]
Pharmacist distraction during dispensing — extent and sources
Australian researchers analysed more than 50 studies to understand, in pharmacy settings, the extent and main sources of distraction during the dispensing process. [ + ]
Urinary incontinence and cardiovascular disease risk in women
A team of American researchers have found a possible association between urinary incontinence and a greater risk for cardiovascular disease in women. [ + ]
Ambulance ramping — its "very real potential human consequences"
A coronial investigation into the death of Christina Lackmann, who waited over seven hours for an ambulance, highlights potential human consequences of ramping. [ + ]
Could this game wave goodbye to nerve pain?
A recent interactive brain training game trial has shown promise as a treatment for nerve pain and could offer hope for a new generation of drug-free treatments. [ + ]
Inaugural Hospital + Healthcare Excellence Awards — nominations open
With 15 individual awards across eight categories and two special awards, nominations are now open for the Inaugural Hospital + Healthcare Excellence Awards. [ + ]
Nearing the peak: NSW elective surgery waiting list figures
Today's January–March NSW public health services activity and performance figures show the elective surgery waiting list nearing its COVID-19 peak. [ + ]
Community pharmacy invites 'pop ins' this Men's Health Week
Highlighting the important role community pharmacy plays in supporting men's health, the Pharmacy Guild of Australia is calling on patients to "pop in for a chat". [ + ]
In Conversation with Ahpra CEO Justin Untersteiner
Three months into the role, already Justin Untersteiner has grand plans for Ahpra — but what specific regulatory developments can we expect under his leadership? [ + ]
Healthy heights: vertical hospitals on the rise
A healthcare architect explains how towering, 140-metre-plus healthcare facilities are no longer anomalies — they’re becoming a global standard. [ + ]
In Conversation with Australia's Surgeon General, Rear Admiral Sonya Bennett
Hospital + Healthcare speaks with Rear Admiral Sonya Bennett, Surgeon General and Commander of Joint Health for the Australian Defence Force. [ + ]
Could an insect-protein coating block bacteria on medical implants?
An Australian study marks the first reported use of antibacterial coatings made from resilin-mimetic proteins to fully block bacteria from attaching to a surface. [ + ]
In the wake of Healthscope — a crisis planning ethos
After Healthscope's collapse into administration, a crisis simulation and training specialist sets out an 'audit, educate, simulate' crisis planning ethos. [ + ]
