Industry News
Virus samples missing from Qld lab, investigation launched
Queensland Health will conduct an Investigation into a major breach at the state's Virology Laboratory, with several infectious virus samples gone missing. [ + ]
Alfred Health deploys GE system to optimise operations
The system is designed to enhance situational awareness, communication, and overall operational and clinical efficiency. [ + ]
Too much UPF could speed up biological ageing
UPFs include foods such as chips, carbonated drinks, instant noodles, ice cream, chocolate, biscuits, ready-to-eat meals, packaged snacks and energy bars. [ + ]
Patient-specific 3D models to assist in surgery
UNSW engineers have their sights on developing anatomically accurate 3D printed models which mimic exactly the way body parts feel and move. [ + ]
Small weight gains can increase back pain, disability risk
A study linking body composition and back pain in men has found that as little as three kilograms of weight over five years increases pain risk and disability. [ + ]
TAFE NSW, Inverell Hospital partner to tackle regional staff shortages
The partnership provides workplace immersion training for trainees by allowing them to shadow qualified nurses during their 80-hour hospital-based program. [ + ]
Top international gong for SA-based NDIS provider
South Australian NDIS provider Utopia Care has won its second major award — being recognised at the International Enablement Awards in London. [ + ]
$100m+ hospital opens in Sydney's north
Owned by the Australian Unity Healthcare Property Trust (AUHPT), the hospital is leased for 30 years to Wyvern Health, which operates under a doctor-owned model. [ + ]
DHCRC project to deliver benchmarking tool for AI in health
The initiative complements efforts by governments, peak organisations, and clinical professional and safety bodies to ensure safe deployment of AI in health care. [ + ]
NHMRC announces new council
Under the leadership of Professor Caroline Homer AO, a midwifery researcher and expert in maternal and newborn health care, the new council will serve until June 2027. [ + ]
Certain hormone treatments linked to increased heart disease risk
Specific hormone replacement therapy (HRT) treatments involving both oestrogen and progestogen have been linked to a higher risk of heart disease and rare but serious blood clots. [ + ]
Private health insurers to resume paying single room rates
Private health insurers will resume paying single room rates when their members use the public system, the NSW Government has announced. [ + ]
New Royal Perth Hospital Innovation Hub to boost collaboration
A new innovation hub has officially opened at Royal Perth Hospital to help Western Australian clinicians connect, collaborate and innovate. [ + ]
FWLHD launches chronic wound care clinic
The launch follows a 20-week trial that provided patients with vital wound and stoma care, management and education. [ + ]
Designs unveiled for the new Melton Hospital
The Victorian Health and Building Authority (VHBA) has unveiled designs for the new Melton Hospital. [ + ]