Industry News
Steve Wesselingh appointed as new CEO of NHMRC
The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has appointed Professor Steve Wesselingh as the next Chief Executive Officer. [ + ]
Prostate cancer: personalised screening may improve detection accuracy
The accuracy of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening can be improved by accounting for genetic factors that cause changes in PSA levels that are not associated with cancer, according to a multi-centre study led by UC San Francisco and Stanford University. [ + ]
Updated telehealth guidelines focus on real-time consults
After consulting the community and profession, the Medical Board of Australia has issued revised telehealth guidelines that will take effect on 1 September 2023. [ + ]
Liver failure could be resolved by liver dialysis device
A clinical trial of DIALIVE, a liver dialysis device, to treat patients with liver failure demonstrated "significant improvements", according to a new report. [ + ]
Recurrent toxoplasmosis more common in women: research
Women are more likely to experience recurrent cases of the Toxoplasma parasite which can lead to vision loss, according to new Flinders University research. [ + ]
Test for sepsis bacteria's antibiotic resistance
Researchers have developed a test to reveal a pathogen's resistance to antibiotics using a magnetic field and chemiluminescence. [ + ]
Vic to roll out 12-month pharmacy pilot
The Victorian Government is expanding the role of community pharmacists as part of a new 12-month pilot. [ + ]
Patients skip medical care, scripts due to cost concerns: report
The Australian Healthcare Index June 2023 report found a continuing decline in satisfaction with Australia's health system as it continues to be under strain. [ + ]
Blue Light Card announces exclusive savings to recognise frontline staff
Blue Light Card is providing exclusive benefits to recognise frontline workers with Fortem for Thank a First Responder Day on 7 June 2023. [ + ]
SA hospital to use VR tech for ICU training
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (TQEH) has partnered with Vantari VR to roll out VR technology for education and training purposes in the ICU. [ + ]
Could botox save lives?
A discovery on how botox enters brain cells could assist in development of treatments for a rare but potentially fatal bacterial infection, botulism. [ + ]
Protecting neonatal babies from harmful gut bacteria
Researchers from the Quadram Institute and University of East Anglia have identified what makes some strains of gut bacteria life-threatening in pre-term babies. [ + ]
Are EDs unsafe? Survey says 'yes'
Emergency departments are currently unsafe places for both professionals and patients, according to a survey. [ + ]
Induced labour at 39 weeks could lead to better outcomes
A new study of 1.6 million women has found elective induction of labour at 39 weeks' gestation is associated with a 37% decreased risk of perineal injury. [ + ]
BBFH Challenge 2023 seeks medtech innovation for prize
Applications are now open to any individual, institution or company seeking to develop, manufacture or commercialise a health-related product or service. [ + ]
