Industry News
Project to eliminate parasitic disease in remote communities
A QIMR Berghofer-led project aims to eliminate strongyloidiasis, a little-known and potentially fatal infection that thrives in communities with poor sanitation. [ + ]
AIDH appoints new CEO
The Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH) has appointed Anja Nikolic as CEO. [ + ]
Cosmetic surgery standards to mitigate safety, quality risks
The ACSQHC has released new standards for cosmetic surgery to mitigate safety and quality risks specific to the industry and reduce the risk of harm. [ + ]
Patients told to plan a pregnancy to treat endometriosis
The global study, focused on patient experiences, surveyed more than 3000 medically diagnosed patients with endometriosis. [ + ]
New $15m medical imaging facility opens
The University of Sydney, the National Imaging Facility and Northern Sydney Local Health District's new medical imaging facility has officially opened. [ + ]
40 million women experience health problems after childbirth: research
Many postpartum conditions cause considerable suffering in women’s daily life long after birth, yet they are largely under-recognised and under-reported. [ + ]
$23m NHS contract extension for Aust health tech company
South Tees is the largest hospital trust in the Tees Valley in the United Kingdom, with over 1000 beds and approximately 9000 staff. [ + ]
Nerve stimulation device for IBD implanted in Melb man
With no cure currently available for Crohn's disease, a new clinical study milestone could be a major step forward for treatment options. [ + ]
Hospital care innovation for traumatic brain injuries
Breakthrough Victoria is investing $2 million in Melbourne medtech company Cyban. [ + ]
Virtus, 23Strands and Monash receive funding for IVF study
Virtus Health, healthtech startup 23Strands and Monash University have received $3m in federal government funding for an IVF study. [ + ]
Health Equity Matters CEO steps down
Adjunct Professor Darryl O'Donnell is stepping down as CEO of Health Equity Matters after leading the organisation for eight years. [ + ]
Health reform report welcomed but calls for focus on primary care
The Australian Healthcare and Hospitals Association (AHHA) welcomed the recommendations in the recently released National Health Reform Agreement (NHRA) Mid-term Review Final Report. [ + ]
Industry–university collaboration to tackle heath sector challenges
Nine universities and industry partners have joined forces to form an alliance to tackle the challenges faced by the healthcare sector. [ + ]
GMHBA appoints Janine Haigh as new Clinical Director
The senior leadership role leads and oversees all clinicians in GMHBA's eye care, GP, dental, physiotherapy and hub locations. [ + ]
Shared care just as effective as hospital-based care: SCORE trial
A Peter Mac-led study has found sharing follow-up care between a GP and hospital-based specialists was preferred by bowel cancer patients. [ + ]