Industry News
Retrenched older Aussies likely to be depressed, welfare-dependent
Helping older workers work longer could benefit both individuals and government budgets. [ + ]
Golden staph more prevalent in community than hospital
Infection control efforts need to spread from the hospital to the community [ + ]
Uncovered: 100 genetic risk factors for asthma, hayfever and eczema
The research will help identify why allergies develop in the first place and, potentially, how they could be prevented or treated. [ + ]
Unannounced aged-care audits to replace planned visits
Following the release of a new report and some high-profile cases, the federal government is replacing announced visits. [ + ]
Inquiry: privatisation damaging nursing profession
An inquiry into privatisation reveals deep concerns for the healthcare community. [ + ]
Hospital patients subjected to unnecessary lab tests
Repetitive lab testing is leading to additional illness, interventions and patient costs. [ + ]
New secret weapon for breast cancer
A global study, co-led by Australian researchers, has unearthed critical information in the fight against breast cancer. [ + ]
Acetaminophen relieves postoperative shivering
Commonly used drugs like Tylenol have been found effective. [ + ]
Australia leads the way on lymphoma genomics research
Personalised medicine for lymphoma a step closer thanks to new genomics facility. [ + ]
Ketamine may relieve migraines
Used as a general anaesthetic, the drug may alleviate intractable migraines. [ + ]
High blood pressure the culprit behind common heart valve disorder
The discovery could have major implications for patient treatment. [ + ]
Four reasons why health care needs blockchain
Blockchain has the potential to transform the way the healthcare sector operates. [ + ]
Steep increase in liver cancer in Australia
New cases of liver cancer in Australia more than doubled between 1990 and 2015. [ + ]
Sci-fi smart bandage promotes healing
Laced with electronic fibres coated with medication, this futuristic bandage can be activated by a smartphone. [ + ]
Hard water can cause eczema
Damage to the skin caused by hard water can lead to skin conditions. [ + ]