Study suggests a new way to treat sleep apnoea
16 October, 2023A research team has examined shortcomings in responses to the continuous positive airway machine and found adding combinations of therapies gets results in those unable to tolerate CPAP.
VR to help remove fear of needles
16 October, 2023Breakthrough Victoria is investing in virtual reality technology to reduce patient pain, stress and anxiety when having blood tests, vaccinations and medical imaging.
Report outlines recommendations to minimise AMR in water
12 October, 2023A white paper has addressed concerns around antimicrobial resistance in water sources and the implications for human and animal health, the environment, and industry.
Epilepsy drug reduces frequency of seizures, trial finds
11 October, 2023A drug trialled for epilepsy patients is said to help reduce focal-onset seizures.
Global guidance to improve inherited high cholesterol care
10 October, 2023The International Atherosclerosis Society released guidance to improve care of Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH), and the risk of early heart disease.
The role of menstruation in type 2 diabetes diagnosis
09 October, 2023Research suggests the diagnosis threshold for type 2 diabetes should be lowered in women under 50 years, since natural blood loss through menstruation could be affecting their blood sugar management.
Potential genetic screening for nodular melanoma
06 October, 2023Researchers from the University of Queensland and The Alfred hospital have identified gene variants which may contribute to people being at higher risk for nodular melanoma.
Blood test could improve concussion diagnosis
05 October, 2023A study has discovered that a blood test identifying specific proteins could assist concussion diagnosis following accidents, sport-related collisions or other injuries.
Study confirms link between baldness and skin cancer
05 October, 2023The QIMR Berghofer research team has examined evidence that established people with hair loss can be more susceptible to skin cancers.
Whiteley Viraclean hospital-grade disinfectant
03 October, 2023 | Supplied by: WhiteleyViraclean from Whiteley is a hospital-grade, hard surface disinfectant proven to kill a wide range of bacteria and viruses, including SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19).
Hygiena ATP cleaning verification solution
03 October, 2023 | Supplied by: Anaeron Pty LtdATP bioluminescence is a rapid cleaning verification method that is science-based and data-driven.
INOVA Air Purifiers INOVA-DV20 air purifier
01 October, 2023 | Supplied by: INOVA Air PurifiersINOVA Air Purifiers has been providing clean air solutions since 2003. The INOVA range of medical-grade air purifiers is used in Australia's leading hospitals.
Metapneumovirus cases on the rise
29 September, 2023The human metapneumovirus (hMPV) is spreading quickly in Australia, with New South Wales already reporting more than 1000 infections.
Pharmacist-led prescribing: nationalised approach, a step closer
28 September, 2023 by Tom Simpson*Earlier in the year I shared my views on the future of pharmacy noting pharmacist-led prescribing as one of the key areas of pharmacist specialisation that would help address the increasingly complex nature of health care.
New pharmacy recognition program launched
26 September, 2023The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA) has launched a recognition program hoping to transform pharmacy practice in Australia and New Zealand.
