National cancer screening program marks first in almost 20 years
27 June, 2025From 1 July, the National Lung Cancer Screening Program will commence — marking the first new national cancer screening program in almost 20 years.
Queensland gains private hospital surgery for lymphoedema
26 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Ramsay Health CareGreenslopes Private Hospital in Brisbane now offers advanced microsurgery for lymphoedema, becoming Queensland's first private hospital to do so.
Report: Fall in gold standard COPD test is cause for concern
25 June, 2025 | Supplied by: Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health CareA new national report released today by ACSQHC reveals a dramatic fall in the use of spirometry, a critical diagnostic test for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Doctor deregistered after botched facelift calls for ambulance
24 June, 2025A Queensland doctor has been deregistered after a botched cosmetic surgery procedure left a patient leaving his clinic in an ambulance with uncontrolled bleeding.
Could this ICU disinfectant procedure increase antibiotic-resistant infections?
23 June, 2025European researchers are calling for a review of healthcare guidelines after revealing that an ICU disinfectant procedure may increase antibiotic-resistant infection risk.
Urinary incontinence and cardiovascular disease risk in women
17 June, 2025A team of American researchers have found a possible association between urinary incontinence and a greater risk for cardiovascular disease in women.
Pharmacist distraction during dispensing — extent and sources
17 June, 2025Australian researchers analysed more than 50 studies to understand, in pharmacy settings, the extent and main sources of distraction during the dispensing process.
Ambulance ramping — its "very real potential human consequences"
17 June, 2025A coronial investigation into the death of Christina Lackmann, who waited over seven hours for an ambulance, highlights potential human consequences of ramping.
Could this game wave goodbye to nerve pain?
16 June, 2025A recent interactive brain training game trial has shown promise as a treatment for nerve pain and could offer hope for a new generation of drug-free treatments.
Nearing the peak: NSW elective surgery waiting list figures
11 June, 2025Today's January–March NSW public health services activity and performance figures show the elective surgery waiting list nearing its COVID-19 peak.
Community pharmacy invites 'pop ins' this Men's Health Week
10 June, 2025Highlighting the important role community pharmacy plays in supporting men's health, the Pharmacy Guild of Australia is calling on patients to "pop in for a chat".
Monash IVF extends scope of review after second embryo incident
10 June, 2025After a second embryo incident on 5 June, this time at its Clayton laboratory in Victoria, Monash IVF has extended the scope of the McLeod independent review.
Free GP Heart Health Checks extended for three years
04 June, 2025To help combat Australia's biggest killer, heart disease, the federal government has secured funding for another three years of free GP Heart Health Checks.
Could an insect-protein coating block bacteria on medical implants?
03 June, 2025An Australian study marks the first reported use of antibacterial coatings made from resilin-mimetic proteins to fully block bacteria from attaching to a surface.
Head to toe: operating room workwear essentials
29 May, 2025 by Pamela Jabbour* | Supplied by: Total Image GroupWorkwear plays a vital role in infection control in hospitals. A workwear provider charts some whole-of-body operating room essentials, trends and best practices.
