Legal perspective: How to eliminate stress and minimise burnout
10 July, 2023 by Jonathan Mamaril*Hospitals are on the brink of a mass exodus of senior nurses suffering trauma and burnout from overwhelming workloads according to multiple reports.
NSW trials strategies to improve health staff wellbeing
05 July, 2023A consortium surveyed 1300 workers over an 18-month period to better understand whether SMART work design strategies could improve employee wellbeing.
Tennant cleaning equipment
01 July, 2023 | Supplied by: Tennant Australia Pty LtdTennant offers a full range of machines for every cleaning need, including equipment specifically designed to have low noise and odour levels for reduced patient disruption.
The new era of energy management for hospitals: How to reduce your OpEx while achieving sustainability
01 July, 2023 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdThe buildings where we live, work and entertain absorb more than 42% of the world's energy consumption due to heating, cooling and lighting systems.
Reducing Legionella risk: a matter of simple maintenance?
23 June, 2023A major challenge for Legionella management in large hospital systems is that under unfavourable conditions, Legionella transforms into a state that cannot be detected using standard methods.
WEHI's Doug Hilton appointed as CSIRO Chief Executive
19 June, 2023A biologist investigating blood cell production and how cells communicate with each other, throughout his period as Director, Hilton has continued an active research program.
Blair Comley appointed as DoHAC Secretary
14 June, 2023Minister for Health and Aged Care Mark Butler has praised Comley's extensive experience and record of proven leadership.
How to choose the right health insurance as a single or a couple
14 June, 2023 | Supplied by: SavvyEven if you feel fit, young, and healthy, you should consider choosing health insurance for either yourself or you with your partner as a couple.
Applications open for 2024 Gilead Fellowships Grants
13 June, 2023Gilead Sciences Australia has launched the Gilead Fellowship Grants Program that will provide $300,000 funding to Australian medical researchers.
Steve Wesselingh appointed as new CEO of NHMRC
07 June, 2023The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has appointed Professor Steve Wesselingh as the next Chief Executive Officer.
Updated telehealth guidelines focus on real-time consults
02 June, 2023After consulting the community and profession, the Medical Board of Australia has issued revised telehealth guidelines that will take effect on 1 September 2023.
Clinically Integrated supply chain — The next frontier in ensuring patient safety
01 June, 2023 by Catherine Koetz, Director – Healthcare, GS1 Australia | Supplied by: GS1 AustraliaViewing the clinical needs of the patient and the value chain as interlinked, interdependent streams of activity helps to deliver the best patient experience.
Blue Light Card announces exclusive savings to recognise frontline staff
31 May, 2023Blue Light Card is providing exclusive benefits to recognise frontline workers with Fortem for Thank a First Responder Day on 7 June 2023.
The merits of patient education in an age of complaints
29 May, 2023 | Supplied by: Mi-tec Medical PublishingPatient education about the benefits and risks of treatments is imperative for wellbeing — but also for legal reasons. Rogers v Whitaker set a precedent.
Ending the postcode lottery of reproductive health care
26 May, 2023The Senate inquiry into universal access to reproductive health care has delivered its report — industry leaders welcome it, but some say "more must be done".
