Articles
Cancer map: first national atlas on cancer incidence in Australia
Queensland has the highest incidence rates for major cancers in men and women, and there is a 20% lower incidence of breast cancer for females in very remote areas, when compared with the major cities. [ + ]
How is the Internet of Things empowering staff and improving patient care?
A hospital-wide network that allows multiple devices to connect seamlessly, all at once, will empower medical staff, improve patient care and deliver a more meaningful and positive experience for all users. [ + ]
New flu test: one drop of blood could save your life
A new blood test predicts which influenza patients will develop potentially deadly secondary infections, such as pneumonia. [ + ]
St Vincent's is looking to a sustainable future with major solar power rollout
With the increasingly clear link between environmental degradation, climate change and related health impacts, St Vincent's Health is rising to the challenge by installing what is claimed to be the largest commercial solar installation of its kind in Australia. [ + ]
Staff mindfulness sessions well received at John Hunter Hospital
Hospital initiatives designed to promote employee health and wellbeing can positively contribute to the development of a hospital culture where staff feel valued and role model health behaviour to the community. Such interventions may reduce rates of employee mental illness, absenteeism, burnout and turnover while improving workforce morale, job satisfaction and resilience. [ + ]
Time saved is brain saved
Rapid access to stroke treatment made possible through the Victorian Stroke Telemedicine (VST) Program and Australia's first ever dedicated stroke ambulance. [ + ]
A better way to use steam sterilisers — saving money and water
The way we are currently using steam sterilisers means re-usable and single-use items leave a similar footprint. Here's how we change that. [ + ]
Ketamine doesn't reduce delirium or pain after surgery, researchers claim
US anaesthesiologists have questioned the efficacy of ketamine use during surgery, stating the drug does not reduce pain during recovery or alleviate delirium as previously claimed. [ + ]
Hospital design challenges: now and into the future
The challenge is to futureproof our hospitals at the design stage so they can continue to serve the essential purpose of the health service. [ + ]
Printing of bone, graftable human tissue and solid organs at the Herston Biofabrication Unit, Queensland
Sitting alongside a major hospital and research and imaging facilities, the new Herston Biofabrication Institute is set to revolutionise modern medicine. [ + ]
Carbon ion therapy under consideration for cancer treatment
Australian and Japanese researchers have been investigating carbon ion therapy, an advanced form of cancer treatment being proposed for introduction in Australia. [ + ]
ACIPC showcases global innovations in infection prevention and control
The 5th Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control (ACIPC) International Conference, Australasia's flagship educational event for infection prevention and control (ICP) professionals, was held at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park, from 21–23 November 2016. The conference attracted over 580 delegates from both Australia and 14 overseas countries. [ + ]
Robotics lead the way in radical prostate surgery
Robotically assisted radical prostatectomy is now the most common form of radical prostate surgery undertaken in Australia. [ + ]
Fall prevention with a powered exoskeleton
European researchers have developed a smart exoskeleton that recognises loss of balance and prevents falling in elderly patients. [ + ]
UK's NHS badly affected by WannaCry
Organisations around the world are currently reeling from what is being called the worst ransomware outbreak to date, with the UK's National Health Service (NHS) having been particularly badly hit by the attack. [ + ]
