Australian Cancer Atlas update highlights geographical disparities
24 March, 2021The update means the resource now includes latest national data on how cancer diagnosis and excess death rates vary by geographical area across Australia.
UQ discovery could reduce chemo side effects
23 March, 2021University of Queensland pain researchers have made a discovery that could let future cancer patients avoid chemotherapy's worst and most debilitating side effects.
Pausing the vaccine rollout will claim, not protect, lives, says Professor
22 March, 2021 by Amy SarcevicCountries that have opted to pause the AstraZeneca vaccine amid unsubstantiated blood clotting fears are actively choosing to end lives, according to Professor Bruce Thompson.
An insight into environmental cleaning practices through the eyes of nurses and midwives
22 March, 2021 by Carla De Marco, RN, BN, GCertNurs (CriticalCare), GCertNurs (InfectionPrevention), Senior Infection Prevention Nurse Specialist, GAMA Healthcare | Supplied by: GAMA HealthcareIn many facilities the assumption is that hospital cleaning staff perform the majority of the environmental cleaning and disinfecting duties within a hospital, but what is the reality?
Exploring medicinal cannabis in endometriosis
17 March, 2021 by Jane AllmanApplied Cannabis Research is conducting an observational study through CA Clinics, investigating medicinal cannabis for the treatment of endometriosis.
Little lungs breathe easier thanks to Melbourne neonatal nurse
17 March, 2021Neonatal intensive care nurse Seona Emanuelli developed the Bidibots nasal cannula for premature and sick babies.
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.
O2matic PRO: automated closed-loop oxygen therapy
12 March, 2021 | Supplied by: BOC: Living healthcareThe O2matic PRO solves the issue of the labour-intensive titration of oxygen flow rates associated with the current manual apparatus.
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.
TOE Probe Complete Care: have you been damaging your TOE probe?
03 March, 2021 | Supplied by: AMT Group AustralasiaA thorough understanding of the TOE ultrasound probe and how it should be reprocessed is critical.
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.
![](https://d1v1e13ebw3o15.cloudfront.net/data/92274/wfmedia_thumb/..jpg "Hospital’s "recovery at work" collaborative approach proves a winning model")
