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Flinders and The Clinician to test digital care pathways for tinnitus
A research collaboration wil help evaluate the effectiveness of tinnitus treatment for patients and measure engagement with different digital interventions. [ + ]
What do hospitals and construction sites have in common?
Research into levels of sound in the emergency department at a major metropolitan public hospital over a 24-hour period has shown concerning findings. [ + ]
Study examines early rGS for infantile epilepsy diagnosis
A study has examined using rapid genome sequencing to diagnose babies with epilepsy, informing improved treatment plan changes according to individual needs. [ + ]
Qld hospital trials digital patient pathway for outpatient audits
The Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital is using technology to conduct outpatient audits and provide users access to true wait times. [ + ]
Melbourne conference to showcase stroke research
Australian and New Zealand stroke researchers are meeting at a conference in Melbourne to showcase the innovations in treatment and care. [ + ]
Using an immune protein to stop ovarian cancer growth
Melbourne scientists examine how a naturally occurring signalling protein found in the female reproductive tract could help stop the progression of ovarian cancer. [ + ]
An injection to replicate the benefits of exercise?
Research by the University of Queensland suggests that an injection of a specific blood factor can replicate the benefits of exercise in the brain. [ + ]
Coviu, Tonic team up to improve virtual waiting room experience
Coviu and Tonic Media Network have delivered a virtual waiting room designed for telehealth patients with video content prior to their appointments. [ + ]
DHCRC pilot to better support menopausal women in the workplace
A new DHCRC pilot project, with Western Sydney University and digital health startup Metluma, aims to better support women experiencing menopause in the workplace. [ + ]
New international guidelines for cystic fibrosis
The ECFS has developed recommendations and instructions for healthcare professionals carrying out exercise tests on individuals with cystic fibrosis. [ + ]
Trial to assess endometrial cancer treatment
Approval has been granted for a $3.1 million grant to study the effectiveness of sentinel lymph node removal during early-stage endometrial cancer surgery. [ + ]
Incannex Healthcare, Clarion unveil plans for psychedelic therapy clinic
A new purpose-built psychedelic-assisted therapy clinic for people living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or treatment-resistant depression (TRD) is set to open in September. [ + ]
Ultrasound technique used for difficult venous access
Research into the use of ultrasound techniques to assist with intravenous cannula treatment has been implemented for Australian children. [ + ]
Trial uses AI to predict survival of patients requiring ECMO
Monash University has used artificial intelligence to develop an algorithm that predicts the survival rate of intensive care patients requiring external heart–lung support. [ + ]
NeedleCalm Founder bags Nursing Trailblazers award
NeedleCalm Founder and Sydney clinical specialist nurse Lauren Barber has been awarded the Health Minister's Award for Nursing Trailblazers for her outstanding contributions to the medical field with her medtech device. [ + ]