Prima non nocere — new strategies are needed to eliminate preventable healthcare-associated infections
04 August, 2017 by Professor Lyn Gilbert*It is estimated that 5–10% of hospital inpatients develop healthcare-associated infections (HAI), many of which are preventable.
Ketamine for depression: long-term use concerns
03 August, 2017Ketamine is increasingly being used off-label to treat depression, but the long-term effects have not been examined.
Federal govt commits to real-time monitoring of prescriptions
03 August, 2017$16m invested for the national rollout of real-time prescription monitoring to prevent misuse and loss of life.
Monitoring steam sterilisation processes in hospitals
02 August, 2017 by René Vis*Steam sterilisation is the method of choice for the sanitising of medical devices within a hospital setting.
Improving infection prevention practices through consultation
01 August, 2017We speak with Dr Deverick Anderson about his role at the US-based Duke Infection Control Outreach Network (DICON) and the importance of collaborative research between clinicians.
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.
Antibiotic use in Australian infants 150% higher than UK, other countries
28 July, 2017Infants are being unncessarily treated with antibiotics for viral infections, increasing the risk of antimicrobial resistance.
Starting IVF younger significantly increases pregnancy success rates
26 July, 2017Women who commence assisted reproductive technology before age 30 have a much higher chance of success.
Tiny stent implants helping glaucoma patients
25 July, 2017The width of a human hair, these stents are providing a safe alternative to traditional glaucoma treatments.
Novel way of treating viral disease discovered
18 July, 2017 by Adam FloranceResearchers have discovered a novel new way of treating viral diseases including HIV, dengue, rhinovirus and influenza.
One twin smaller than the other? The answer may lie in the placenta
17 July, 2017Slow-moving oxygen from mother to baby across the placenta may contribute to newborns being smaller.
The true value of care
17 July, 2017 by Corin KellyProfessor Allan Fels, Chairman of the National Mental Health Commission, launched 'The Economic Value of Informal Mental Health Caring in Australia Report'1 (Carer’s Report) at Parliament House in Canberra earlier this year. This is the first time an attempt has been made to put a 'value' on informal caring for those with mental illness.
First results of an electrochemical water management system in Australia
14 July, 2017 by Sergio Ferro, Tony Amorico and Erica DonnerThis article reports on a successful Legionella risk mitigation in an Australian healthcare facility following the installation and optimisation of an on-site electrochemical water disinfection system (Ecas4 technology).
Sugar intake during pregnancy linked to childhood allergy, asthma
14 July, 2017A new study has found that high intake of sugar during pregnancy may increase the risk of allergy and allergic asthma in children.
Vaccine holds hope for protection against gonorrhoea
13 July, 2017The meningococcal group B vaccine appears to reduce one's chances of contracting gonorrhoea.
