The Biggest Revolution In Microbiology In 50 Years
27 February, 2013 by Ryan MccannAccording to Dr Jenny Robson, matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionisation-time of flight mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF MS) is the biggest thing to happen in microbiology laboratories in the past 50 years, offering improved testing and patient care.
International gathering of world-leading pathologists
14 February, 2013 by John ConnoleAustralasia’s largest gathering of world leading pathologists is taking place in Melbourne next week.
Children’s Hospital Job Cuts
07 February, 2013 by John ConnoleThe NSW government has attempted to ease fears of job cuts at two Sydney children's hospitals despite pressure to slash labour costs.
The Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control Conference 2012
04 February, 2013 by Adriana RehbeinThe 2012 Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control Conference is the first conference of the new College. The program focused on recent research findings and innovative strategies that will define infection surveillance, prevention and control beyond and into the challenging future for Infection Prevention and Control, writes Steve Burke.
Military evacuates Bundaberg Hospital
31 January, 2013 by John ConnolePrime Minister Julia Gillard said federal authorities are working at every level with the state to help people get through the disaster.
Pharmacy Cannot Grow As An Isolated Profession
23 January, 2013 by Adriana RehbeinAs we come to the end of another busy year, it is a good time to reflect on what I see as some of the key elements for the pharmacy profession as we move forward, writes Grant Kardachi.
New funding for radiation therapists and cancer patients
17 January, 2013 by John ConnoleImproving access to radiation therapy for cancer patients is the focus of a new program to be rolled out across Australia.
Fighting serious candida infections in critically ill patients
27 November, 2012 by John ConnoleCandidaemia: A rising tide in critically ill patients3-5
Generic confusion
17 November, 2012 by John ConnoleMedication misadventure continues to be a major issue for Australia’s health system, and the latest figures available paint a sobering picture of the extent of the problem in Australia, and the cost it is having on the health system.
Acoustic pinboard wallcoverings now improve infection control
06 November, 2012 by John ConnoleIn a healthcare environment the need for improved infection control is always at the top of mind. Surfaces within these environments need to control the transfer and possible development of infections. Insitu wallcovering and pinboard fabrics now provide wall surfaces that prevent and stop the development of healthcare associated infections, providing a colourful, yet functional noise reduced environment within aged care facilities and hospitals.
Health Reform Opportunities for All in the Sector
02 November, 2012 by John ConnoleHealth Reform Opportunities for All in the Sector
Clinical health systems in the 21st century
23 October, 2012 by John ConnoleRussel Duncan, CEO emerging systems
Delivering a world class facility to meet Australia's future healthcare needs
19 October, 2012 by John ConnoleLend Lease is one of the world’s leading project management and construction companies, known for our ability to create and deliver high quality projects on time and on budget. We've partnered with government and the private sector to deliver some of Australia’s major healthcare projects, including the new Royal Children’s Hospital (RCH) in Melbourne.
Kimberly-Clark takes the lead in hand hygiene compliance
18 October, 2012 by John ConnoleImproving hand hygiene compliance has been identified by the World Health Organisation as one of the key strategies to reduce Hospital Associated Infections (HAIs) globally. Australian hospitals are now mandated to conduct ongoing audits and submit the results to Hand Hygiene Australia – which can be a timely and labour-intensive exercise for any already time-constrained hospital department.
