Industry News
Regional, rural and remote area doctors — have your say
Until 19 February, the Australian Medical Association is urging regional, rural and remote area doctors to take part in the 2025 Rural Health Issues Survey. [ + ]
David McGrath is new National Mental Health Commission CEO
David McGrath is now CEO of NMHC (commencing 29 January 2025), taking carriage of important reforms to the commission announced in the 2024–25 Budget. [ + ]
Registration reform for comparable countries' nurses
From March 2025, a new, streamlined assessment and registration process for internationally qualified registered nurses from comparable countries will apply. [ + ]
A model for predicting a 'superspreader'
A so-called friendship paradox was used as the basis for a new mathematical model that could be used to more accurately predict the development of an epidemic. [ + ]
Paracetamol pack size changes come into effect on 1 February 2025
The Therapeutic Goods Administration's decision to reduce pack sizes of paracetamol to help prevent misuse will come into effect on 1 February 2025. [ + ]
Dr Peggy Brown AO appointed Chair of Mental Health Australia
According to Mental Health Australia, Brown's diverse experience in the mental health sector makes her well placed to lead the organisation at a time when change is urgently needed. [ + ]
Artificial touch boosted by brain-controlled bionic hand
New research suggests that a complex sense of touch for people with spinal cord injuries is now a step closer. [ + ]
Development of at-home bladder cancer diagnostic kit
Researchers have developed a urine-based diagnostic kit for bladder cancer that can be used at home. [ + ]
Low cancer testing and other concerning trends in women's health
The latest Hologic Global Women's Health Index has been released, revealing some worrying trends in women's health — including a decline in cancer testing. [ + ]
MRI brain scanning sheds light on 'mind blindness'
Recent research opens a door to understanding more about aphantasia, along with a range of other conditions involving altered mental imagery. [ + ]
High cost of fall-related injuries in aged care
Fall-related injuries in Australian residential aged care facilities could cost our health system $325 million annually, according to new research. [ + ]
Vic boosts women's health research
The Victorian Government is devoting $1.5 million in grants to address an entrenched lack of research into women's health. [ + ]
Reframing the diagnosis and treatment of obesity
A global Commission of medical experts is advocating for a thorough overhaul of the way obesity is currently assessed — including dispensing with BMI as a single diagnostic measure. [ + ]
Endometriosis poses substantial burden on Aust health system
Once women with endometriosis are diagnosed, they have more hospitalisations and longer stays compared to before their diagnosis. [ + ]
Vaxxas expands work with US Govt agency BARDA for COVID-19 mRNA vaccine
The Australian company will receive funding from the US Government to help advance its needle-free technology for administration of the vaccine. [ + ]
