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.
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 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.
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.
The Conversation studies airborne COVID spread in hospitals
24 August, 2021 by Kirsty Buising and colleagues*Clearly, we cannot rebuild all our hospital ventilation systems to cope with the current outbreak. However, there are tangible things that can be done now and in future.
Purpose building quarantine facilities
23 August, 2021The Australian Government is working with the states and territories to purpose build quarantine accommodation hubs outside of major cities.
BOC O2matic PRO automated closed-loop oxygen therapy
23 August, 2021 | Supplied by: BOC: Living healthcareThe O2matic PRO from BOC is designed to quickly stabilise arterial oxygen saturation in patients suffering from conditions that can lead to respiratory distress.
