Articles
Ensuring food safety and nutritional requirements in emergency situations
Natural disasters pose a threat to food security — the ready availability of food that is safe for consumption and nutritionally adequate. [ + ]
Fall-detection tech gets smart
An Australian company has created an artificial intelligence device that can detect if someone suffers a fall in the home, hospital or aged-care facility. [ + ]
The use of technology in health care is now more important than ever
The Australian Digital Health Agency has been tasked with evolving digital health to meet the needs of modern Australia and it is now critical to ensure this happens quickly. [ + ]
Remote robotic surgery in our sights
Research presented at this year's International Stroke Conference reported success using a robotic system specifically adapted for neurovascular procedures. [ + ]
Sandy Middleton is a nursing trailblazer
Her influential work on stroke management protocols has been adopted across Australia and is currently being implemented in 12 European countries. [ + ]
Disaster strategies for the aged-care sector
A recent forum held at the Leading Age Services Australia Tri-State Conference provided an opportunity for aged-care stakeholders to share tips on emergency preparation. [ + ]
Red Cross at the fires' front line
I am a volunteer with the Australian Red Cross, a volunteer firefighter and co-founder of the Australasian Women in Emergencies Network... [ + ]
Sustainability in focus at SMHS
Recycling hand towels used in operating theatres is just one of many environmental sustainability initiatives being embraced by the South Metropolitan Health Service. [ + ]
Reliving trauma
In summer 2019, Bianca fled her home on the first sight of a 'catastrophic' fire warning on her mobile phone, which — still to this day — she never leaves out of sight. [ + ]
Managing violence in healthcare settings
Violence against healthcare professionals is on the rise and is believed to be linked to the increasing popularity of violence-inducing drugs and the growth in patients presenting with acute mental health problems. [ + ]
A Day in the Life of Captain Starlight
At work each day, Abe Mitchell transforms into Captain Starlight to bring fun and laughter to children and their families. [ + ]
Active design of stroke unit aids patient recovery
Royal Melbourne Hospital's new stroke unit offers a new time-critical, high-intervention rehabilitation treatment. [ + ]
Pharmacists step up and in to medicines safety
Facilitating the safe and effective use of medicines is the core business of pharmacists, especially in hospitals. [ + ]
Are your staff allergy aware?
To help healthcare providers deliver specific allergen-free menus, Nestlé Professional has created a series of free, easy-to-follow yet comprehensive allergen management resources. [ + ]
Tackling toxic workplace culture in hospitals
One of the most sinister traits of a toxic workplace culture is that it's often difficult to detect until after you've fallen victim to it. However, there are key signs to look out for. [ + ]
