Carbon ion therapy under consideration for cancer treatment
19 May, 2017Australian and Japanese researchers have been investigating carbon ion therapy, an advanced form of cancer treatment being proposed for introduction in Australia.
More Australians going private in hospitals — but what's the effect on waiting times?
18 May, 2017A new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare shows that more patients are using private health insurance in hospitals, with private patients apparently receiving shorter waiting times for elective surgery.
ACIPC showcases global innovations in infection prevention and control
17 May, 2017The 5th Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control (ACIPC) International Conference, Australasia's flagship educational event for infection prevention and control (ICP) professionals, was held at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park, from 21–23 November 2016. The conference attracted over 580 delegates from both Australia and 14 overseas countries.
Doctor bias may lead to low-value interventions
17 May, 2017Doctors should be aware that psychological factors could lead them to suggest medical interventions of little or no value to patients, according to a review on clinical decision-making published in the Medical Journal of Australia.
Robotics lead the way in radical prostate surgery
17 May, 2017 by Dr Greg Malone*Robotically assisted radical prostatectomy is now the most common form of radical prostate surgery undertaken in Australia.
Australians urged to 'know pneumonia' to curb infection rates
16 May, 2017As part of Know Pneumonia Day (16 May), Lung Foundation Australia has released a dataset revealing that Australians are failing to be persuaded of the seriousness of pneumococcal pneumonia infection.
Is it time for dermatologists to learn genomics?
12 May, 2017Researchers at the University of Queensland have reviewed the key genes affecting pigmentation, in what could be the first step towards using genomics to identify patients genetically predisposed to skin cancer.
New imaging technique helps prevent secondary breast cancer surgeries
11 May, 2017This new imaging technique assists surgeons to effectively remove all tumours during initial breast cancer surgery.
A Day in the Life of critical care retrieval consultant Dr Simon Hendel
05 May, 2017"The helicopter is able to land on the roof of the neurosurgical centre and the patient is transferred directly to the operating theatre for life-saving surgery."
Reprocessing of re-usable medical devices
28 April, 2017Cleaning, disinfecting and sterilising re-usable medical devices and equipment provides an essential foundation for delivering safe and good-quality care.
Live animals for trauma training no longer an option
28 April, 2017The Royal College of Surgeons has ruled that simulators are better than live animals for training surgeons to perform life-saving surgery.
Automated pharmacy means more time for patient care
28 April, 2017At the heart of this automated pharmacy system are drug dispensary robots that can precisely scan, move and store more than $200,000 worth of medicines each day.
The astounding success of ingestible sensors
26 April, 2017Gas sensing is just the beginning of what these smart pills can do.
New therapy for treating infants with bronchiolitis
25 April, 2017After more than 10 years of research, Australian medical researchers are set to change the way we treat infants with respiratory illness, with Queensland emergency departments already adopting the new therapy.
