Industry News
Govt pledges $7.5m for AI health research
AI will be critical in transforming the future of health care through improved preventative, diagnostic and treatment approaches. [ + ]
Public vs private: similar safety outcomes for heart procedures
Public and private hospitals have similar safety outcomes for pacemaker and defibrillator implant surgeries, according to a comparative study. [ + ]
Sydney hospital celebrates 200+ robotic surgeries
More than 200 robotic procedures have been performed at Prince of Wales Private Hospital since the launch of its multidisciplinary robotics program in October 2018. [ + ]
MEDEVAC repeal could have long-term health consequences
The repeal of MEDEVAC could impact the long-term physical and mental health of asylum seekers held in offshore processing at Nauru and Manus Island, warns the Chair of the RACGP Refugee Health Specific Interests Network, Dr Kate Walker. [ + ]
ConvaTec welcomes new GM
ConvaTec has appointed Karen O'Connor as the new General Manager for Australia and New Zealand. [ + ]
Studies provide new umbilical cord management data
Two studies published in JAMA have provided data on the effects of umbilical cord interventions on women undergoing caesarean delivery at term and the effects on preterm infants. [ + ]
Grant secured to optimise aged and dementia home care
Flinders University has secured an Australian Research Council (ARC) grant to optimise the home environment to promote healthy ageing. [ + ]
Partnership heralds tech and innovation in aged care
The Living Better Lab is set to provide a platform for major initiatives that aim to improve the quality of life for older Australians. [ + ]
Transition to e-prescribing vital for national health
The healthcare sector should phase out paper prescriptions sooner rather than later, according to the Chair of the SHPA's Electronic Medications Management Leadership Committee, James Grant. [ + ]
Study suggests labour induction at 41 weeks
Researchers in Sweden set out to compare induction of labour at 41 weeks with expectant management until 42 weeks in low-risk pregnancies. [ + ]
Bushfires + wind + pollen spell bad news for asthmatics
The National Asthma Council Australia has highlighted the risk of serious asthma and hayfever episodes given the forecasted weather conditions in the eastern states. [ + ]
AI-driven app wins 2019 AIMed Shark Tank Innovator Award
Theratrak's AI-driven app supports allied health clinicians to work collaboratively to create, monitor and track custom therapy programs for their clients. [ + ]
SHPA's plan to advance Australia's pharmacy workforce
The SHPA has unveiled its bold vision for realising an advanced pharmacy profession, delivering quality use of medicines and benefiting all Australians. [ + ]
New wetsuit material protective vs shark attack
Flinders researchers have tested wetsuit material that can help reduce blood loss resulting from shark bites, reduce injuries and prevent the leading cause of death from shark bites. [ + ]
Peers and residents celebrated at SHPA's MM2019
The annual scientific pharmacy conference saw Jacinta Costello named 2019 SHPA Resident of the Year. [ + ]
