Industry News
Scientists 'walk' through cancer cells using virtual reality
Groundbreaking technology is allowing scientists to work collaboratively on cancer research. [ + ]
Inflammation in the brain may trigger Alzheimer's
Researchers still don't know what causes Alzheimer's, but new resarch brings them a step closer to an answer... and a cure. [ + ]
Seclusion and restraint use should be stopped
A review into seclusion and restraint use in NSW has found a disturbing lack of oversight. [ + ]
Childhood happiness, self-esteem linked to good diet
Regardless of their socioeconomic position or body weight, a healthy diet is likely to result in a happy, well-balanced child. [ + ]
Drs confusing common gastric condition with reflux
Researchers find that doctors are often misdiagnosing functional dyspepsia as acid reflux. [ + ]
Left-, right-handedness visible in the womb
Foetal kinematics, the science behind determining if a baby is left- or right-handed in the womb, may also have wider applications. [ + ]
New free e-learning module on communicating risk
The new ACSQHC module will help clinicians develop their skills in communicating risks and benefits with their patients. [ + ]
Sealed in 60 seconds
Australian scientists have developed a glue that literally takes one minute to seal a wound, then signals to the body to start repairing at twice the regular speed. [ + ]
Epilepsy seizure prediction possible with AI
Soon, epilepsy sufferers will have customised technology that forewarns them of a seizure. [ + ]
Losing weight can reverse type 2 diabetes
Researchers found that after one year, participants had lost an average of 10 kg, and nearly half had reverted to a non-diabetic state. [ + ]
Study: Blood pressure declines 14 years before death
Is your blood pressure dropping? Are you over 60? Hold off on those plans for 14 years' time... [ + ]
New guidelines to help child stroke victims
Stroke affects children and babies, and is among the top 10 causes of death in children. [ + ]
When it comes to hospitals, size matters
Smaller hospitals have higher risks of operational inefficiency. [ + ]
Aged Care Diversity Framework released
The framework will see three action plans developed in the first half of 2018, in support of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, CALD and LGBTI communities. [ + ]
6 ways to help families of the sick or elderly enjoy Xmas
Christmas is special, but for some it is challenging and stressful. Here is a simple guide to help change that. [ + ]