Industry News
National law changes bring WA in line with other states, territories
Health practitioner regulation and public protection have been further strengthened in Western Australia following the passage and enactment of changes to the National Law. [ + ]
Calvary expands Care 24-7 partnership to include southern Tasmania
Calvary Lenah Valley Hospital's private emergency department will return to operating 24 hours, seven days a week from 19 August, with a new partnership with Care 24-7, a privately run emergency medical specialist practice. [ + ]
Midnight Health, L'Oréal partner for acne trial
Midnight Health, an emerging leader in telehealth solutions, has formed a strategic partnership with L'Oréal Dermatological Beauty brands of the L'Oréal Groupe. [ + ]
First seizure clinics reduce ED presentations: study
The study analysed patients who attended first seizure clinics (FSCs) at two major Melbourne public hospitals — The Alfred and the Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH). [ + ]
New report flags major increase in STIs around the world
Global HIV, viral hepatitis epidemics and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) lead to 2.5 million deaths a year, according to a new report from the World Health Organization (WHO). [ + ]
GP body launches new advocacy plan, network
There has never been a more important time for general practice advocacy in Australia, said RACGP President Dr Nicole Higgins. [ + ]
Tighten rules around early super access for dental care: PHA
Allowing thousands of Australians to use superannuation for dental care is driving up the cost of dentistry, according to Private Healthcare Australia. [ + ]
Program to make oral care more inclusive
More than 36% of people with visible and non-visible disabilities feel anxious or frustrated when it comes to visiting the dentist. [ + ]
GenesisCare and Ramsay partner for new radiation therapy service
Cancer care provider GenesisCare has partnered with Ramsay Health Care to open a new radiation therapy service at the Peninsula Private Hospital in Langwarrin. [ + ]
Can bullying affect dental health?
NTNU's Lena Myran would like dental health professionals to ask themselves what the cause of poor dental health might be. [ + ]
Is fluoride exposure in pregnancy linked to child neurobehaviour?
A new study has found a link between fluoride intake during pregnancy and neurobehavioural problems among children living in an area with fluoridated water. [ + ]
New network to link cancer services across Australia
Launched at the Innovations Showcase event hosted by Cancer Australia in Sydney, the network will link cancer services across the country. [ + ]
Traumatic injury behind majority of LSD, psilocybin-related deaths
While rare, deaths related to LSD or psilocybin, commonly known as magic mushrooms, were primarily due to traumatic injury. [ + ]
New trial should improve mental health care access: APHA
A new trial to fund telehealth for psychiatric inpatient consultations should result in better access to psychiatric care for Australian patients, according to the APHA. [ + ]
Tech solution connects GPs and pharmacists to clinical trials
Evripath hopes to tackle clinical trial recruitment shortfalls and enhance patient care by connecting GPs and pharmacists to clinical trials. [ + ]