What a smart brain looks like
07 August, 2019German neuroscientists show, using magnetic resonance imaging, that the brains of people with excellent general knowledge are particularly efficiently wired.
New alliance tackles fragility fractures
05 December, 2018Fragility fractures are a significant risk for the elderly, and a huge burden on healthcare facilities and the economy. A new APAC alliance seeks to tackle this.
Breaking diagnostic boundaries with speed, comfort and confidence
19 November, 2018New technology solutions have been developed to support a faster, smarter and simpler path to confident diagnosis and improved patient experience.
Blood test reduces risk for brain injury patients
26 July, 2018A new, high-sensitivity blood test trialled on TBI patients could reduce unnecessary CT scans by one-third.
MRI safe for pacemakers, defibrillators
05 October, 2017Contrary to earlier beliefs, MRI is safe for cardiac electronic devices, according to new research.
Who am I? Do I have concussion?
07 December, 2016Concussions can be hard to diagnose, but a new technique using MEG brain scans analysed by machine learning algorithms can help detection, according to a Canadian team of researchers.
Changes to cervical cancer screening
25 October, 2016 by Corin KellyFurther reading Smith M, Canfell K. Impact of the Australian National Cervical Screening Program in women of different ages. Med J Aust 2016; 205 (8): 359-364.
Sabco Bleach Resistant Microfibre Flat Mop
21 September, 2016 by AHHBSabco is proud to announce the ultimate innovation in microfibre: the new MicroFX flat mops range. Thanks to the latest research into yarn development, the next generation microfibre from Sabco is not only the finest microfibre ever, but it also guarantees the longest life performance due to its resistance to strong chemicals, in particular bleach.
World's First Low Cost Dialysis Unveiled
10 March, 2016 by Corin KellyIt’s an invention that could save millions of lives each year and transform the way kidney disease is treated around the world.
What you can do to support carers in your workplace
22 October, 2015 by Sharon SmithSupporting carers to balance work and care is rapidly becoming one of the most critical social and workplace issues of this generation. Timothy Broady and Katherine Stone provide some tips for employers on how to manage all staff with carer responsibilities.
Weekend Operations have Worse Outcomes
08 July, 2015 by Sharon SmithA lack of experienced staff, reduced availability of testing and increased waiting times for treatment of urgent cases has been blamed for the results of a study in BMJ indicating patients admitted to hospital on a weekend have a higher risk of death than those admitted during the week.
Understanding Restrictions on Access to Medicare-Funded Diagnostic Imaging
19 June, 2015 by ahhbDepartment of Health Slashes Prices of PBS Generics
27 May, 2015 by Sharon SmithFederal Health Minister Sussan Ley last night announced agreements with the Generic Medicines industry Association (GMiA) and the Pharmacy Guild of Australia which will reduce the price of generic medicines on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) and lead to a greater involvement in public health service consultations on the part of pharmacists.
PSA President Says Undermining of Pharmacists Ethics is Unfounded
17 March, 2015 by Petrina SmithThe Pharmaceutical Society of Australia has responded to attacks on pharmacists integrity, calling them unfounded and unwarranted.
