NSQHS Standards: second edition now available
29 November, 2017 by Margaret Banks*Incorporating feedback on the first edition, the second editon promotes better, safer health care.
Medtech agreement with government an opportunity for reform
24 November, 2017 by Ian Burgess, CEO, Medical Technology Association of AustraliaA new agreement should ensure patients save money in insurance costs.
Two hearts, one soul: merging two hospitals into one
21 November, 2017 by Laini BennettWhat happens when you merge two hospitals into one, bringing two passionate teams, two cultures and two different ways of working together?
Updated EMM guide: supports safer medication use in hospitals
16 November, 2017As many as one in nine doses of medicine administered in hospitals are associated with a clinical error.
Business success with employee training at Glenelg Community Hospital
31 October, 2017 by Andrew Thomson*On-site training has had a positive impact on this South Australian hospital.
Hysterectomies overly used in Australia
30 October, 2017A new standard provides clinicians with options for treating women with heavy periods.
Making a statement on mental health
16 October, 2017 by Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health CareNew guide to recognising and responding to deterioration in a person's mental state.
Health clinic fined $127,500 for unlawful advertising
07 October, 2017The clinic made unsubstantiated claims in its advertising, leading to prosecution.
Australian to lead World Federation of Neurology
28 September, 2017A passionate and dedicated MS researcher will step into the role.
Violence against medical staff escalating
14 September, 2017Violence against nurses and midwives is on the rise, according to research carried out by CQUniversity.
First draft national guideline for autism diagnosis released
12 September, 2017Aimed at creating greater consistency in diagnostic practices across the country, the community is invited to provide feedback.
The Royal Brisbane and Women's chooses wisely to improve patient care
15 August, 2017The Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital (RBWH) is one of a number of leading Australian hospitals working to reduce duplicate or unnecessary healthcare practices as part of the Choosing Wisely Australia initiative.
Job ads for healthcare and medical industry rising
24 July, 2017The nursing sector in particular is seeing increased numbers of ads year on year.
Fax-free health care a step closer
19 July, 2017New technology will enable health data to flow securely from one healthcare provider to another.
What the 2017–18 federal Budget means for aged care
14 July, 2017 by Sean Rooney, CEO, LASAThe 2017–18 federal Budget comes as a relief after previous federal Budgets have seen cuts to aged care funding and associated programs.
