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Lumia Care expands national network with SA acquisition

01 November, 2024

Australian healthcare group Lumia Care has expanded its presence to South Australia with the acquisition of Pop-Up Health, adding 330 nurses and care workers to its national network.


New centralised health operations centre opens in WA

28 October, 2024

The new facility sees key health emergency services come together under one roof in the State Health Operations Centre (SHOC).


Insurers' push for vertical integration a threat to patient care: APHA

25 October, 2024

A new KPMG report, commissioned by Medibank, examines the potential economic benefits of expanding hospital care in the home.


New health-based guidelines for PFAS in drinking water

22 October, 2024

The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has released updated draft guidelines for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water.


Medibank partners with 36 Months

17 October, 2024

Medibank has become the official health partner of 36 Months, as part of its commitment to improve mental health in Australia.


Solutions to enhance cultural safety in hospital care

16 October, 2024

A new study reveals that poor communication has led to experiences of racism, and poorer health outcomes in First Nations people.


WHO nutrition guidelines: 43% of baby, toddler foods in supermarkets exceed sugar limits

14 October, 2024

In 2023, commercial baby food sales in Australia — including prepared baby food, cereals and snacks — generated over $370 million in revenue.


Clinician burnout: evidence-based strategies to improve wellbeing

11 October, 2024 by Dr Jo Braid, Rehabilitation Physician and Certified Coach

Recent surveys in Australia show clinician rates of burnout around 60% with higher rates in the specialities of ED and psychiatry, and more likely in women and younger clinicians.


Angel Flight, Rural Doctors Foundation partner to improve care access

11 October, 2024

Angel Flight has partnered with Rural Doctors Foundation to provide cost-effective air transportation enabling GPs to access hard-to-reach communities.


Newcastle Permanent, HMRI launch health innovation partnership

10 October, 2024

The partnership will include an Innovation Accelerator to progress cutting-edge research concepts while the Newcastle Permanent Emerging Innovator Award will recognise promising researchers in the ecosystem.


Construction commences at new Shellharbour Hospital

09 October, 2024

The hospital is BESIX Watpac's ninth project with Health Infrastructure NSW, with construction expected to complete in 2027.


National Rural Health Alliance appoints new Chair

04 October, 2024

The new chairperson and board members will guide the organisation towards improved healthcare outcomes for rural communities.


19-member collaboration to prepare health system for climate change

02 October, 2024

In a joint statement, 19 major organisations have announced they will work together to deliver a framework for action on climate and health.


AADPA releases prescribing guidelines for ADHD

02 October, 2024

The guide hopes to serve as a first step towards national prescribing standards for ADHD medications, and to improve the quality and consistency of care.


Ambu single-use medical devices

01 October, 2024 | Supplied by: Ambu Australia Pty. Ltd

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.


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