Australians urged to check bone density
22 October, 2021A new report calls for earlier investigation and treatment to capture all adults with risk factors for poor bone health, and adults post-fracture.
Postmenopausal trial finds no difference between placebo and laser treatment
18 October, 2021Fractional carbon dioxide (CO2) lasers — commonly associated with facial skin — are also promoted as an effective way to treat painful vaginal symptoms that can happen after menopause.
What has COVID-19 taught us about infection prevention and control?
18 October, 2021 by Amy SarcevicThere is nothing like a one-in-100-year pandemic to expose cracks in an infection prevention and control (IPC) strategy.
Encephalitis Information Week begins
18 October, 2021Encephalitis Society has launched the inaugural Australian Encephalitis Information Week to support organisations to help disseminate resources on the devastating brain inflammation.
Infection prevention and control in virtual healthcare settings
15 October, 2021 by Amy SarcevicShortly after welcoming the arrival of her second child, Kelly Evans'* blissful 'post-birth bubble' burst, much earlier than she had imagined.
Scientists targeted with "pandemic levels of abuse"
15 October, 2021Around 1 in 5 Australian scientists have said they experienced death threats and/or threats of physical or sexual violence after speaking to the media about COVID-19.
Sparking innovation in cancer research
14 October, 2021 by Jane AllmanProfessor Mark Dawson's research has identified novel therapeutic strategies for several cancers and has helped to establish clinical trials with epigenetic therapies.
Sepsis in the spotlight
13 October, 2021 by Dr Carolyn Hullick*, Emergency Physician and Clinical Director, and Chris Boyd-Skinner*, Sepsis Program Manager, the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health CareThe National Sepsis Program aims to improve sepsis outcomes for Australians by increasing awareness and recognition of sepsis, supporting clinicians, consumers and health service organisations.
A New Opportunity to Reduce Environmental Impacts From PPE Use
11 October, 2021 | Supplied by: MUN AustraliaPersonal protective equipment plays a vital role in keeping healthcare workers safe and healthy from the daily hazards they encounter.
Elevated BP at young, middle age impacts brain ageing
11 October, 2021People with elevated blood pressure that falls within the normal recommended range are at risk of accelerated brain ageing, according to a study by The Australian National University.
SPC and the Increasing Importance of Food Safety
09 October, 2021 | Supplied by: SPC CareThe ongoing COVID global pandemic continues to impact daily life and is projected to linger for some time.
How technology is changing maternity care
07 October, 2021 by David Groberman, CEO, HeraMEDWhat a time to be in health care. With the rise of personalised care, home monitoring and telehealth, specifically, during the pandemic, we are witnessing a transformation in the way doctors and nurses interact with and care for patients.
Breast cancer: alcohol, weight gain lead to rise in rates; 1 in 4 cases preventable
06 October, 2021Breast cancer rates have increased by 50% since the 1980s due to increased alcohol consumption, weight gain, a lack of exercise and other lifestyle factors.
Sparking National Conversations on Surgical Site Infections in Australia
01 October, 2021 | Supplied by: Johnson & Johnson Medical Pty LtdOn May 20 2021, Johnson & Johnson Medical Pty Ltd hosted the inaugural Ethicon Surgical Site Infection (SSI) Symposium which sought to raise awareness on SSI, and the important role of SSI surveillance in Australia by bringing together leading experts in their fields to discuss the latest evidence, tools and resources.
The first and last lines of defence in the fight against the spread of infection
01 October, 2021 | Supplied by: Anaeron Pty LtdWe want to recognise our front line — all of our hard working nurses, doctors, emergency services, and the admin staff that support them.
