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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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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? [ + ]
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. [ + ]
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 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. [ + ]
Head to toe: operating room workwear essentials
Workwear plays a vital role in infection control in hospitals. A workwear provider charts some whole-of-body operating room essentials, trends and best practices. [ + ]
Making surgery safer with an Australian-first perioperative medicines resource
Advanced Pharmacy Australia is proud to lead the development of Australia's first comprehensive Perioperative Medicines Resource. [ + ]
We found a germ that 'feeds' on hospital plastic — new study
Microbiologists have discovered bacteria capable of breaking down various types of plastic. So might the bacteria found in hospitals break down and feed on plastic? [ + ]
