Research uncovers neurological impact of COVID-19
09 June, 2023A new study could explain the chronic neurological symptoms experienced by some COVID patients long after initial infection.
Breastfeeding aversion response: need to improve understanding, awareness
07 June, 2023More than 95% of Australian women encountered additional breastfeeding challenges such as sore nipples, insufficient or excessive milk supply, and poor latch.
Prostate cancer: personalised screening may improve detection accuracy
05 June, 2023The accuracy of prostate-specific antigen (PSA) screening can be improved by accounting for genetic factors that cause changes in PSA levels that are not associated with cancer, according to a multi-centre study led by UC San Francisco and Stanford University.
Test for sepsis bacteria's antibiotic resistance
02 June, 2023Researchers have developed a test to reveal a pathogen's resistance to antibiotics using a magnetic field and chemiluminescence.
Whiteley V-Wipes Instrument Grade Disinfectant
01 June, 2023 | Supplied by: WhiteleyWhiteley's surface cleaning and disinfection products can help keep healthcare and aged-care facilities clean and free of bacterial contamination.
Camfil CC6000 air cleaner
01 June, 2023 | Supplied by: Camfil Australia Pty LimitedThe Camfil CC6000 air cleaner is designed to purify air in large spaces and includes certified HEPA and carbon filters.
Getinge Maquet Yuno II Operating Table
01 June, 2023 | Supplied by: Getinge Australia Pty LtdThe Maquet Yuno II operating table is suitable for orthopaedic, traumatology and neurology procedures.
Vic to roll out 12-month pharmacy pilot
31 May, 2023The Victorian Government is expanding the role of community pharmacists as part of a new 12-month pilot.
Patients skip medical care, scripts due to cost concerns: report
31 May, 2023The Australian Healthcare Index June 2023 report found a continuing decline in satisfaction with Australia's health system as it continues to be under strain.
Could botox save lives?
29 May, 2023A discovery on how botox enters brain cells could assist in development of treatments for a rare but potentially fatal bacterial infection, botulism.
Protecting neonatal babies from harmful gut bacteria
26 May, 2023Researchers from the Quadram Institute and University of East Anglia have identified what makes some strains of gut bacteria life-threatening in pre-term babies.
Are EDs unsafe? Survey says 'yes'
26 May, 2023Emergency departments are currently unsafe places for both professionals and patients, according to a survey.
Headaches impact 75% of Australian women
23 May, 2023A new survey suggests headaches affect 75% of women and 54% of men — and the impact could cost the Australian economy over $35.7 billion annually.
Australian multi-year flu vaccine trial launched
23 May, 2023Mater researchers in Brisbane are leading a trial of a flu vaccine that has the potential to provide greater and more durable protection against the virus.
Induced labour at 39 weeks could lead to better outcomes
23 May, 2023A new study of 1.6 million women has found elective induction of labour at 39 weeks' gestation is associated with a 37% decreased risk of perineal injury.
