Industry News
Study reveals EHR impact on nursing
Over a third of nurses in a US study said that EHRs made them work less efficiently. However, the quality of the work environment was also a factor. [ + ]
Brain disorders cost Australians $74 billion per annum
A new white paper has found that neurological, mental health and substance use disorders are having a staggering impact on the Australian economy. [ + ]
Naturopathy: the evidence is clear
A new study finds that naturopathic treatment results in clinically significant benefits for a range of conditions, including cardiovascular disease and diabetes. [ + ]
Eggs are bad for your heart — it's no yolk
A major long-term study has found that eggs do increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and death. Researchers recommend eating fewer eggs — but not giving them up. [ + ]
NT health sector specialties create learning opportunities
An increasing number of health sector organisations are holding their conferences in the Northern Territory, providing educational and cultural benefits. [ + ]
Groundbreaking blood test for PTSD
A new blood test can identify people at risk of stress disorders, or who are experiencing them severely. [ + ]
Autism death rates twice that of general population
The death rates of people with autism spectrum disorder are twice that of the general population. But their autism is not the primary cause of death. [ + ]
1 in 4 nurses under-utilised
A survey of Australian primary healthcare nurses found that many feel under-utilised and requests to do more are often rejected. [ + ]
1 in 5 pancreatic cancers caused by smoking
New research has found that 1 in 5 former and current smokers will suffer from pancreatic cancer — and the risks are worse for men. [ + ]
Chocolate curbs fatigue in MS sufferers
A limited study has found that chocolate may provide a simple dietary solution to the fatigue that plagues nine out of 10 multiple sclerosis sufferers. [ + ]
Pain-free patches to revolutionise vax delivery
New microneedle patches developed by an Australian university offer a pain-free, antibacterial, self-dissolving solution for vaccination delivery. [ + ]
Govt trial to help elderly navigate aged care
Three new trial programs have been launched, offering face-to-face help to the elderly and their families across Australia and in selected rural areas. [ + ]
Time between pregnancies not linked to stillbirth risk
A new study has confirmed that there is no increased risk of adverse birth outcomes if a woman falls pregnant within 12 months of a stillbirth. [ + ]
Over 40 and male? Start doing push-ups
Middle-aged men able to do 40 push-ups are at low risk of a cardiovascular event. Indeed, push-ups are more effective than treadmills at identifying CVD risk. [ + ]
Assisted Dying Act faces implementation challenges
The new Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Act is designed to make it easier for the seriously ill to end their lives; but implementing it may be challenging. [ + ]
