Study reports more twins than ever
16 March, 2021A global review of twinning rates finds that humans are giving birth to more twins than ever before.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
