Industry News
Study predicts global cancer surgery surge
A modelling study led by UNSW Sydney predicts that global demand for cancer surgery will rise by 52% within two decades, with low-income countries bearing the greatest burden. [ + ]
Hospital pharmacists prepare for vaccine rollout
With COVID-19 vaccinations set to roll out in less than one month, Australia's hospital pharmacists are preparing for their central role in the administration process. [ + ]
Unchecked misinformation risks vaccine efforts
A newly formed coalition of health and technology experts is calling on the Australian Parliament to force Big Tech companies to reveal the true extent of COVID-19 misinformation. [ + ]
Immunotherapy trial holds hope for children needing stem cell transplants
A new immunotherapy treatment will be studied in clinical trials, with the aim of preventing dangerous side effects for children who have to undergo stem cell transplants. [ + ]
TGA approves Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine
The Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has provisionally approved the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 mRNA vaccine, COMIRNATY. [ + ]
Report finds mobile tech making healthcare workers' jobs easier
Research reveals that more than 78% of Australian healthcare workers have been issued with new technologies, such as mobile devices, to support their duties during the pandemic. [ + ]
How soon will we reach herd immunity for COVID-19?
Achieving herd immunity for COVID-19 may be a challenge through current vaccination programs, research from the Imperial College London has found. [ + ]
REDFEB highlights how to recognise and handle a heart attack
Heart Research Australia is encouraging Australians to wear red and donate during February, to raise awareness for heart disease and funds for life-saving research. [ + ]
UniSA test accurately predicts mood disorders
Based on levels of a specific protein found in the brain, the test is reported to be the first of its kind in the world. [ + ]
HESTA Impact Awards finalists announced
Eleven finalists have been announced for the inaugural HESTA Impact Awards, recognising health and community services professionals taking positive steps to create a better world. [ + ]
New mammogram measures for assessing breast cancer risk
An international team of researchers, led by The University of Melbourne, has found two new mammogram-based measures for breast cancer risk. [ + ]
Australian experts comment on deaths in Norway
Norway has reported several deaths and some side effects in elderly people vaccinated with the Pfizer BioNTech vaccine. [ + ]
Low-carb diet drives type 2 diabetes remission
International researchers — including those from CSIRO — have found that consuming fewer carbs can potentially put type 2 diabetes into remission. [ + ]
Cure Brain Cancer Foundation welcomes new leadership
New appointments at the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation will see the organisation refocusing its mission to support research, advocacy and awareness of brain cancer in Australia. [ + ]
GPs to take lead role in COVID-19 vaccine rollout
The RACGP has welcomed government confirmation that GPs will be at the forefront of Australia's COVID-19 vaccine rollout. [ + ]