Industry News
New micro-device set to boost IVF success
The University of Adelaide and Fertilis have developed a micro-device that will allow more IVF clinics to offer intracytoplasmic sperm injection as a treatment. [ + ]
Novel MRI tech for aggressive brain tumours gets funding boost
The University of South Australia and Ferronova are developing a novel technology to precisely image aggressive brain cancers and guide treatment. [ + ]
Updated stroke management guidelines released
Over 30 new and updated recommendations have been made for stroke management since 2018. [ + ]
COPD management: trial to address deficiencies in primary care
A Cochrane Review has highlighted an urgent need to identify the best type of interventions to improve guideline-recommended management of COPD as well as patient-related outcomes in the primary care setting. [ + ]
Alarming rise in esophageal cancer cases in middle-aged adults: US study
Adults aged 45 to 64 experienced a nearly doubled rate of esophageal cancer and a 50% increase in the precancerous condition Barrett’s esophagus between 2012 and 2019, according to a US study. [ + ]
Raw meat parasite linked to common eye disease
One in 150 Australians have retinal scars caused by the Toxoplasma parasite, according to new Flinders University analysis. [ + ]
Texas Medical Center and Biodesign Australia join forces
Texas Medical Center (TMC) and Biodesign Australia have teamed up to advance health and life science research through commercialisation, innovation and research. [ + ]
Study links early-life infections to future cardiovascular disease risk
A Melbourne-led study has found a link between early-life infections and cardiovascular disease risk in adulthood, offering opportunities for targeted intervention. [ + ]
Epworth Eastern lets kids 'drive' into the OT
Epworth Eastern, Victoria, is using a remote-controlled four-wheel drive to make children comfortable before surgery. [ + ]
Celebrating the diverse impact of nursing this International Nurses Day
The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) is highlighting the wide scope of ways nurses shape the health of all Australians to mark International Nurses Day. [ + ]
248K medicinal cannabis scripts approved
Around 248,000 medicinal cannabis scripts have been approved in Australia since 2016, and the drug is increasingly prescribed for various conditions, reveals a new study. [ + ]
Study explores AMR bacteria presence in supermarket meat
New report claims there is an alarming proportion of antimicrobial resistant bacteria in packaged beef and salmon from Australian supermarkets. [ + ]
800 Victorians sought for COVID-19 booster shot trial
The CEPI and the MCRI are inviting participation for a global trial investigating whether vaccinating people with a lower COVID-19 booster dose is just as effective as a full dose, but with fewer side effects. [ + ]
Team Medical and PracticeHub partner to improve efficiences
Healthcare service providers PracticeHub and Team Medical Supplies have joined forces to improve efficiencies. [ + ]
Ibuprofen mixed with blood pressure meds can damage kidneys
People taking a diuretic and a renin-angiotensin system (RSA) inhibitor for high blood pressure should be cautious about also taking ibuprofen, suggests new research. [ + ]
