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Reusing medical equipment is good for the planet. But is it safe?

17 October, 2025 by Rochelle Wynne, Deakin University; Forbes McGain, The University of Melbourne, and Stacey Matthews, Deakin University

A new study tested replacing just one kind of item — single-use absorbent pads, known as "blueys" — with a reusable version in the intensive care unit.


Enhancing Patient Care Through Smart Design at Paula Fox Melanoma & Cancer Centre

10 October, 2025

GENTEC worked closely with the contractors to supply solutions for clinical areas where hygiene is essential.


Revolutionising healthcare on-premise laundry

01 October, 2025

Alongside peristaltic, solenoid and pneumatic pump-driven equipment, SEKO has revolutionised laundry detergent dosing with its LS100 venturi-powered system.


Stewardship and sustainability: environmentally minded medical products

27 August, 2025 by George Ltaif*

Australia's health sector produces twice as much carbon emissions as aviation. But with product innovation, our health system may also heal the environment.


Explore the Future of Cleaning and Hygiene at ISSA Expo 2025

14 August, 2025

This 29–30 October, healthcare, aged care, and facility professionals will gather at the ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo 2025, held at ICC Sydney — Australasia's leading event dedicated to cleaning and facility management solutions.


Clear Signals Start with MedGel® ECG Electrodes

05 August, 2025

Medline’s MedGel ECG Electrodes are designed to provide consistent signal clarity and support clinicians across a wide range of care settings, from general monitoring to high-performance diagnostic and radiology applications.


Solving the hospital kitchen hygiene challenge

01 August, 2025

Among the challenges faced by kitchen managers in hospitals and other healthcare settings is maintaining exceptional hygiene standards while working within tight budget limitations.


Victorian Medical Equipment Replacement Program funds 10 projects

22 July, 2025

In Victoria, 10 projects across eight health services will receive funding as part of a program to replace and upgrade critical diagnostic and surgical equipment.


Whiteley opens $25m Human Therapeutics Plant in the Hunter

25 June, 2025

Human Therapeutics Plant, a new $25 million facility for the manufacture of alcohol-based hand rubs and over-the-counter medicines, has opened in Tomago, NSW.


LINAK and TENTE revolutionise patient transport with WeAssist™

06 May, 2025

WeAssist™ is a ground-breaking solution that makes moving beds significantly easier: a powered castor that recognises movements and assists caregivers.


Ambu single-use medical devices

01 May, 2025

With its Danish heritage dating back to 1937, Ambu's medical devices exhibit Scandinavian progressiveness and the company has made significant contributions to sustainable single-use medical devices.


Smarter, Safer, Cleaner: The Future of Hospital Floor Care is Robotics

01 May, 2025

Tennant Australia is proud to introduce the X4 ROVR Robotic Scrubber, a powerful new solution purpose-built for hospitals and healthcare facilities.


Applications open for aspiring medical device innovators

14 April, 2025

Until 11 May, Flinders University is accepting applications for a special Medical Device edition of its Venture Dorm program — to help make ideas a reality.


Medical logistics provider gains on-brand hi-vis workwear

04 April, 2025

An Australian uniform provider has created a custom-designed red hi-vis range for a medical logistics provider, combining safety standards with brand alignment.


MULTIGATE CubeWare 2.0 recyclable hollowware range

01 April, 2025

Designed with both healthcare professionals and the environment in mind, CubeWare 2.0 is the latest evolution in MULTIGATE's hollowware range.


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