Australian back pain trial slashes opioid use
11 March, 2021A NSW trial has led to a 24% reduction in opioid prescribing for patients with acute back pain in emergency departments.
Compulsory vaccines possible but unlikely, says law professor
08 March, 2021 by Amy SarcevicWhatever the government's intention, Prof Stewart believes a mandate should be the "final instrument" in its quest to roll out a vaccination program.
Bees top list of hospitalisations for venomous bites and stings
04 March, 2021A report of hospitalisations due to venomous bites and stings in 2017–18 finds bee stings responsible for more than one-quarter of cases.
New MS treatment available on PBS
04 March, 2021Australians living with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis can now access a new treatment option with the listing of Zeposia (ozanimod) on the PBS.
Breastmilk bank celebrates 10 years
03 March, 2021More than 1000 sick and premature babies have been fed precious breastmilk donated by new mothers since the Mercy Health Breastmilk Bank opened its doors.
Reynard Premier Detergent and Disinfectant Wipes
01 March, 2021 | Supplied by: Reynard Health SuppliesReynard's Premier Detergent and Disinfectant Wipes are designed to clean and disinfect hard surfaces and equipment simply and effectively while saving time and money.
Hospital Products Australia UV Angel Clean Air UV-C air treatment system
01 March, 2021 | Supplied by: Hospital Products AustraliaUV Angel Clean Air is a UV-C air treatment system that reduces levels of viruses, bacteria and fungi by automatically and continuously treating the air to create healthier environments.
Camfil Opakfil ES energy-saving filters
01 March, 2021 | Supplied by: Camfil Australia Pty LtdCamfil Opakfil ES filters remove airborne contaminants such as smoke, bacteria, fumes, fungi and virus-bearing droplet nuclei.
Rubbermaid HYGEN Microfibre System
01 March, 2021 | Supplied by: Rubbermaid Commercial ProductsThe hygiene system is designed to completely remove microbes from surfaces and reduce the spread of infection by cleaning facilities efficiently and effectively.
Whiteley Bactol Clear Antibacterial Hand Rub
01 March, 2021 | Supplied by: WhiteleyWhitely has added Bactol Clear — an antibacterial hand rub that kills bacteria without water — to its hand hygiene range.
ZOLL R Series Monitor Defibrillator
01 March, 2021 | Supplied by: ZOLL Medical AustraliaThe ZOLL R Series monitor/defibrillator uses Real CPR Help technology to provide audio and visual feedback that guides rescuers to consistently deliver high-quality CPR.
Childhood dementia: spotlight on a rare disease
26 February, 2021Following Rare Diseases Day, we shine a spotlight on childhood dementia, which affects 2300 children in Australia.
Australia's COVID-19 vaccine rollout commences
23 February, 2021Australia's vaccine program kicked off at the start of this week, with the country's most vulnerable community members first off the block to receive the Pfizer–BioNTech vaccine.
Medicinal cannabis course launched for Australian GPs
23 February, 2021The online Professional Diploma of Medicinal Cannabis aims to provide a best-practice roadmap for GPs on how to manage common conditions with medicinal cannabis.
DiDi supports vaccine rollout via free trips for frontline workers
19 February, 2021Rideshare service DiDi has launched a new service — DiDi Vaccinate — which will provide free trips to frontline workers to assist in the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine in Australia.
