Targeting airborne infection risk with real-time detection
12 September, 2022Real-time detection of human-origin pathogens in air systems and automatically minimising infection risks is one of the research goals of the $3.5 million+ ARC Australian Laureate Fellowship recipient.
Using humour to improve paediatric care
07 September, 2022Doctor Ben Anderson first attended to Havana's heart condition when she was only three months old — 12 years later he's considered part of the family.
Study alerts GPs to be proactive in activating CDM care plans
07 September, 2022A retrospective analysis of 1.93 million adult Australian patient records over five years has uncovered opportunities for GPs to improve care outcomes.
'Cowboys' on notice: cosmetic surgery reform welcomed
05 September, 2022The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) and the Medical Board of Australia have welcomed the move to make cosmetic surgery safer.
New allergy initiatives to accelerate research, clinical care
31 August, 2022Two new health organisations aim to improve the lives of five million Australians living with allergies and prevent anaphylaxis, including needless deaths.
AI model to predict anti-seizure medication
31 August, 2022Choosing anti-seizure drugs for a patient is a process of trial and error with clinicians unable to predict which drug a particular patient will respond to.
Is America's opioid epidemic Australia's future?
31 August, 2022Overdose has taken the lives of over 35,000 Australians since 2001. It is a leading cause of death for all ages and sexes, second only to suicide for those in their 30s.
NSW, Vic team up to set up urgent care centres
30 August, 2022The states will establish these centres in partnership with general practitioners (GPs) bringing the total number of services across both states to 50.
RSV prevention could be within reach: research
24 August, 2022Immunisations providing protection against deadly respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) could be accessible on the market within 12 months.
Device Tech wins NSW Health's defib rollout contract
22 August, 2022Following a tender and evaluation process, Device Technologies Australia has been contracted by NSW Health to roll out patient monitors and touch-screen defibrillators.
Need to cut through alcohol and breastfeeding misinformation
15 August, 2022Two-thirds of Australian women who breastfeed feel they do not fully understood the risks of drinking alcohol while breastfeeding.
Tool helps cancer survivors manage post-treatment uncertainty
15 August, 2022UNSW researchers are using e-health to investigate ways to help cancer survivors access treatment for fear of cancer recurrence.
New Langya virus infects 35 people in China
15 August, 2022The virus is thought to have come from animals and causes fever, fatigue and a cough. So far, there is no indication that the virus is spreading from person to person.
Study explores techniques for reducing needle anxiety
15 August, 2022A University of South Australia study has found two new nurse-led techniques that help reduce needle fear in primary-aged children.
Review set to pave the way for International PCOS Guidelines
05 August, 2022A recent review of PCOS research and care provides a summary of best-practice evidence and advocates for greater funded research to address knowledge gaps.
