Industry News
Access opens for minimally invasive heart treatment
Australians living with symptoms of severe aortic stenosis will now have access to a minimally invasive heart treatment that was previously reserved for only the sickest patients. [ + ]
New nanosponge technology may stop COVID-19 in its tracks
Scientists at UC San Diego may have found a way to neutralise SARS-CoV-2 and block it from infecting human lungs and other vital organs. [ + ]
Superbug drug discovery to be fast-tracked
Antibiotics discovered at The University of Queensland will be fast-tracked under a $16 million international research deal. [ + ]
Study identifies dementia medication management barriers
A study conducted by the Centre for Medicine Use and Safety has identified barriers to effective medication management in people with dementia. [ + ]
Digital health: Innovation Challenge winners announced
The Australian Digital Health Agency has announced the winners of the challenge, which champions digital health innovation. [ + ]
Resources for GPs supporting victims of domestic violence
The RACGP is providing resources and support tools to help GPs care for victims of domestic abuse and violence. [ + ]
Flu cases at record low, after-hours doctors say
After-hours doctors have seen a 93% decrease in flu-related callouts compared with last year. [ + ]
Evidence supports lowering bowel cancer screening age
An Australian study reveals that bowel cancer rates in people under the age of 50 are rising, with one in 10 new bowel cancer cases occurring in this cohort. [ + ]
Cancer patients miss out on vital heart care
A University of Newcastle study has revealed that heart patients with a history of cancer are less likely to receive the heart medications they need. [ + ]
Museum of Human Disease open to the virtual public
The Museum of Human Disease at UNSW Sydney has launched a virtual museum displaying real organs and body parts. [ + ]
Could COVID-19 trigger new-onset diabetes?
Emerging evidence suggests that COVID-19 may trigger the onset of diabetes in healthy people and cause complications in pre-existing cases. [ + ]
Transplant success with heart-in-a-box method
A new heart transplant method means that a donated heart can now be transported and preserved for longer than previously possible. [ + ]
Collaboration will tackle coeliac disease
The research collaboration aims to advance our understanding of the immune mechanisms behind coeliac disease. [ + ]
Second wave of COVID-19 a concern, experts say
Australian healthcare workers are being warned about the prospect of another spike in coronavirus cases. [ + ]
Subiaco hospital uses wearables to reduce workplace injury
The wearable technology captures and measures hazardous movements and coaches workers using real-time feedback and in-app training. [ + ]
