Uncovered: 100 genetic risk factors for asthma, hayfever and eczema
02 November, 2017The research will help identify why allergies develop in the first place and, potentially, how they could be prevented or treated.
Meet Tristel's extended family of infection prevention products
01 November, 2017 | Supplied by: Tristel Pty LtdSince 2011, the Tristel Trio Wipes System has been pioneering best infection prevention practice in Australia.
Miele's PG85 Washer-Disinfectors: The perfect solution for reprocessing ward utensils in hospitals and surgeries
31 October, 2017 | Supplied by: Miele AustraliaThe washer-disinfectors from Miele Professional convince with a high cleaning performance and load capacity.
Bone fractures costing Aust. more than $3.1 billion a year
30 October, 2017Checking for undiagnosed osteoporosis the first time a bone is broken is essential.
New secret weapon for breast cancer
27 October, 2017A global study, co-led by Australian researchers, has unearthed critical information in the fight against breast cancer.
SIDS breakthrough
26 October, 2017A direct link between babies sleeping on their front and SIDS has been established.
Acetaminophen relieves postoperative shivering
25 October, 2017Commonly used drugs like Tylenol have been found effective.
Enjoy working overseas — safely
24 October, 2017 by Laini BennettWorking abroad can be a rewarding experience, but for health practitioners it can mean exposure to diseases not encountered locally. So how do you protect yourself and your team?
Australia leads the way on lymphoma genomics research
24 October, 2017Personalised medicine for lymphoma a step closer thanks to new genomics facility.
Ketamine may relieve migraines
21 October, 2017Used as a general anaesthetic, the drug may alleviate intractable migraines.
High blood pressure the culprit behind common heart valve disorder
20 October, 2017The discovery could have major implications for patient treatment.
Australia's first holistic fertility kit
19 October, 2017'One-stop fertility shop' for couples seeking to conceive naturally.
Self-disinfecting doorknobs fight microbial infection
18 October, 2017A textile that disinfects hands when touched reduces bacteria by more than 90%, and has multiple applications.
Steep increase in liver cancer in Australia
15 October, 2017New cases of liver cancer in Australia more than doubled between 1990 and 2015.
Register now for ACIPC 2017, 20 – 22 November 2017, Canberra ACT
15 October, 2017 | Supplied by: Conference DesignThe ACIPC International Conference is Australasia's pre-eminent conference for Infection Prevention & Control professionals.
