Gene Discovered Which Plays a Role in Suppressing Lymphoma
19 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithAdelaide researchers have found a specific gene plays an important role in suppressing lymphoma, a type of blood cell cancer.
Grants Awarded for Adult Immunisation Projects
19 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithFour projects set to increase adult immunisation rates across Australia have received funding through the GSK 2013 Adult Immunisation Grants. The winning applicants identified a need in their local community and submitted a proposal to help raise immunisation rates amongst “at risk” populations. The projects cover expectant or new parents and family members, travellers visiting friends and relatives, Korean migrants and local homeless populations. Each winner showcased innovative and creative thinking via their submission. The winners were announced at the National Primary Health Care Conference on the Gold Coast and they each received $20,000 to help implement their proposed adult immunisation project in 2014. The four winning grants in each category were:
New Clinical Decision Tool for Patient Treatment and Referrals
18 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithA Brisbane Medicare Local and six New Zealand district health boards have introduced a new clinical decision tool for doctors to support patient treatment and referrals.
Antibiotic Awareness Week - Time to Reshape Consumer Expectations
18 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithNPS MedicineWise is urging health professionals to pledge their commitment to preserve the miracle of antibiotics and reshape consumer expectations during Antiobiotic Awareness Week this week (18 - 24 November).
The Health Professionals Prescribing Pathway is a Step in the Right Direction
15 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithThe Australian College of Nursing (ACN) said the Health Minister’s approval of The Health Professionals Prescribing Pathway (HPPP) this week is a step in the right direction to forming a nationally consistent approach to best practice prescribing models.
Palliative Care Hospital Admissions Rise By Half in Ten Years
15 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithThe number of palliative care-related hospital admissions rose by 49 per cent between 2001-02 and 2010-11, according to the report Palliative care services in Australia 2013 released today by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).
Patient Admission Prediction Tool - The one Toolie that's welcome at Schoolies
15 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithOver 28,000 students will descend on the Gold Coast for the start of schoolies this week, and while the party may be pandemonium, emergency departments on the Gold Coast are using the CSIRO's Patient Admission Predition Tool (PAPT) to help deal with the expected chaos.
Long GP Consultations Are on the Decline
15 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithPatients needing more time to discuss chronic disease management, mental healthcare and preventive health issues with their doctors are potentially missing out, as new research shows that long GP consultations are on the decline.
Aged and Community Services Australia President and Board Reappointed
15 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithThe President and Board of Aged and Community Services Australia have been reappointed unopposed at the Annual General Meeting of ACSA in Melbourne.
Innovative Framework for Gynaecological Cancer professionals
14 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithHealth professionals should be better equipped to address the psychosexual needs of gynaecological cancer patients, according to research to be presented at an international cancer conference today (14/11).
General Practice Registrars Australia Announce New Chair
14 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithGeneral Practice Registrars Australia (GPRA) has announced Dr David Chessor will take up the position of GPRA Chair, effective 8 January 2014. “I would like to extend an extremely warm welcome to Dr David Chessor. "He is a remarkable registrar who will strongly build on the foundations of GPRA," Dr Edward Vergara, Chair of GPRA said.
Survival Rates Improve Despite Increasing Diagnoses of Prostate Cancer
14 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithWhile more men are being diagnosed with prostate cancer, survival rates are high and are improving, according to a new report released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).
Stigma Associated With Lung Cancer Contributes to Increased Levels of Distress
13 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithStigma associated with lung cancer contributes to increased levels of distress, anxiety and depression, resulting in poorer quality of life for Australians diagnosed with the disease, according to new research being presented today ( 13 November) by Cancer Australia to the Clinical Oncology Society of Australia’s (COSA’s) Annual Scientific Meeting.
Less Fatigue for Cancer Patients Not on Chemotherapy
13 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithResearch being presented to a conference of cancer experts today (13 November) shows cancer patients who don’t have chemotherapy are less than half as likely to experience fatigue as those who do.
Research Aims to Assist Older Australians Achieve Dietary Targets
13 November, 2013 by Petrina SmithMeals on Wheels SA (MoWSA) is collaborating with major research institutes to conduct research on how best to assist older people achieve dietary targets and improve their nutritional health and wellbeing.
