Treating pregnancy gingivitis could reduce preterm birth risk by 50%
19 November, 2021A study by the University of Sydney has found that treating gingivitis during pregnancy reduced the risk of a baby being born preterm by around 50%. The same treatment increased the birth weight in babies born with low birth weight by around 100 grams.
Dental association anticipates COVID cavity spike
03 August, 2020One in three of us is walking around with untreated tooth decay, while one in four has periodontal disease with periodontal pockets 4 mm or deeper.
Diabetes and dental care — What can you do?
15 April, 2019Diabetes and dental health problems can be managed in more ways than you might imagine, even while at home.
Fake orthodontist convicted
21 June, 2018A Victorian man, who pretended to be a dental specialist and performed restricted dental acts, has been convicted and fined $65,000.
90% of Aussie adults experience tooth decay
20 March, 2018A new report finds one in 10 preventable hospital admissions are due to dental conditions, while one-third of Aussie five- and six-year-olds have decay in their baby teeth.
Aussie-invented bone 'glue' could halve patient recovery times
01 August, 2017An Australian biotech company has created a bone graft substitute that can be applied in liquid form — a first of its kind.
Integrated valve regulator simplifies oxygen therapy
21 September, 2016 by AHHBCoregas Integrated Valve Regulator (IVR) conveniently combines cylinder, regulator, flow meter and valve in a robust, lightweight and ready-to-use package. Coregas IVR, accessing medical oxygen quicker, easier and removes the operating costs of external regulators and flow meters. Simply attach your tubing or equipment to the unit and continue caring for your patient.
Wipe away the risk of infection with Microfibre
21 September, 2016 by AHHBWith around 200,000* healthcare associated infections in Australian acute healthcare facilities each year, prevention and control of infection is a top priority for hospital and healthcare facilities.
The 5 most addictive substances on earth
06 March, 2016 by Corin KellyWhat are the most addictive drugs? According to Eric Bowman, from the University of St Andrews, while the question seems simple, the answer depends on whom you ask. From the points of view different researchers, the potential for a drug to be addictive can be judged in terms of the harm it causes, the street value of the drug, the extent to which the drug activates the brain’s dopamine system, how pleasurable people report the drug to be, the degree to which the drug causes withdrawal symptoms, and how easily a person trying the drug will become hooked.
HealthProcure 2016
13 October, 2015 by Sharon SmithProcurement and supply chain managers in the health and aged care sectors are continuously searching for opportunities to deliver better outcomes for all their stakeholders – especially patients.
New Acute Coronary Syndromes Clinical Care Standard
17 July, 2015 by ahhbManaging Anxiety: Smartphone Apps
11 June, 2015 by Sharon SmithAnxiety has a tendency to take over our thoughts when we most need to be focusing on other things. Whether it's giving a patient or their family our full attention, performing our tasks or enjoying time with family and friends, worry and stress has a way of making life so much more difficult than it needs to be.
Medicines Australia appoints Abbott Press Secretary
19 May, 2015 by Sharon SmithMedicines Australia, the pharmaceutical industry representative body primarily responsible for the drugs listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) has announced two key appointments today, both of whom hail from an Abbott government background.
Fiona Stanley Hospital Emergency Department Opens Today
03 February, 2015 by Petrina SmithThe $2 million Fiona Stanley Hospital in Western Australia will open it's emergency department doors this morning (3 February).