Vic to use air purifiers as part of safe return-to-school plan
29 September, 2021The Department of Education and Training Victoria will be installing air purifiers in each public school classroom as part of its safe return-to-school plan.
2021 ACIPC International Conference returns this November
29 September, 2021The 2021 Australian College for Infection Prevention and Control (ACIPC) International Conference will be held online from 8–10 November 2021.
Infection control in aged care
28 September, 2021 by Sean Rooney, Chief Executive Officer, Leading Age Services Australia (LASA) | Supplied by: Leading Age Services AustraliaIn recent times we have increased protections for older Australians in aged care, with the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) leads in aged-care homes, high-rate vaccinations for residents and mandatory immunisation for staff.
The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne trials COVID-19 nasal swab
24 September, 2021The Murdoch Children's Research Institute and The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne are trialling a new device — Rhinomed Junior — to test children for COVID-19.
More expert pharmacists needed in the era of medicine miracles
23 September, 2021 by Kristin Michaels, SHPA Chief Executive | Supplied by: The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of AustraliaAs we live through the lengthening tail of a persistent pandemic, it is challenging to consider the simpler medicines landscape of 20 years ago.
IVF: success rates rise, multiple births fall
22 September, 2021Advancements in laboratory techniques and improvements in the overall management of couples experiencing infertility amongst other factors have led to significant improvements in IVF success rates.
AI-powered imaging software begins market pilot
21 September, 2021Artrya's non-invasive diagnostic support solution to detect coronary artery disease has commenced its first market pilot with Perth-based radiology practice Envision Medical Imaging.
Early therapy can reduce likelihood of autism diagnosis in children
21 September, 2021A parent-led therapy that supports social development can reduce likelihood of an autism diagnosis in children showing early behavioural signs of the condition.
Coating spray uses 'nanoworms' to kill COVID-19
17 September, 2021An antiviral surface coating technology developed at The University of Queensland could provide an extra layer of protection against COVID-19 and the flu.
Pancreatic cancer: new service trial to support carers
16 September, 2021PanKind and QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute have teamed up to trial a new service to support carers through the devastating impact of pancreatic cancer.
New medicines agreements a boost for supply, sustainability: SHPA
08 September, 2021The SHPA has welcomed the medicines agreements as vital to protecting patients against shortages and ensuring medicines are accessible, available and cost-efficient.
4-in-1 blood pressure pill more effective than monotherapy: study
08 September, 2021The first large-scale, long-term trial of a new strategy using combinations of very low doses in one capsule has demonstrated significantly improved control of high blood pressure.
New standard for opioid analgesics
01 September, 2021The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care is seeking comments on the draft clinical care standard for opioid analgesics.
Aus antimicrobial use decreasing but not enough: report
27 August, 2021While antimicrobial use in the community is decreasing, overprescribing and inappropriate prescribing continue to be problematic.
Slippery womb molecule could hold key to IVF 'golden window'
25 August, 2021RMIT researchers have found a way to better pinpoint the 'golden window' when a womb is ready for pregnancy.
