Australian scientists have discovered that regular fish oil has the potential to break down superbugs' ability to become resistant to antibiotics. [ + ]

PanKind has launched the PanKind Early Detection Initiative in a move to strategically work with the research community to improve early diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. [ + ]

Monash University and BiVACOR are leading a consortium of universities, hospitals and industry to develop and commercialise the world's first durable total artificial heart. [ + ]

World Allergy Week is seeking to raise awareness of allergies and anaphylaxis, with leading allergy organisations promoting important resources that could save lives. [ + ]

Novavax's COVID-19 vaccine demonstrated 100% protection against moderate and severe disease, with 90.4% efficacy overall, in the PREVENT-19 Phase 3 trial. [ + ]

The partnership should ensure Australia's hospitals, aged-care and healthcare providers are efficiently equipped to deliver best-in-class care to patients. [ + ]

Solaris Paper's ANZ companies are looking to strategically move ahead of the curve in new production innovation. [ + ]

A new study reveals that people with intellectual disability are being hospitalised for conditions that could be prevented or adequately managed in primary care. [ + ]

The shift from hospital to home-based care looks set to continue, with a study showing that blood transfusions can be safely performed in the home and in aged-care facilities. [ + ]

Building automation technology at MS Queensland's Springfield Apartments has given 18 residents with neurological conditions greater independence in their everyday lives. [ + ]

University of Adelaide experts have delivered remote sinus surgical training to surgeons in Japan. [ + ]

GSK Australia has announced that a new vaccine to help protect against shingles in adults aged 50 years and older is now available on the private market in Australia. [ + ]

An evidence-based app — YourTime — has been developed to help women track their mental wellbeing during pregnancy and early motherhood. [ + ]

On the heels of National Reconciliation Week, the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies has launched its Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2021–2023. [ + ]

Physiotherapists in Australia are using an ultrasound technique developed at the University of Queensland to help men train their pelvic floor. [ + ]