Australian GP practices perform well in 19-country chronic conditions survey
Australia has performed well in a chronic conditions survey, which collected data from 107,000 patients and 1800 primary care practices across 19 countries.
Robot automates hospital disinfection processes
South Korean researchers have developed an 'intelligent autonomous wiping and UV-C disinfection robot' capable of automating hospital disinfection processes.
Heating and cooling systems: advanced features for health care
Healthcare facilities demand precise control over temperature, humidity and air quality across various zones. Here's some advanced heating and cooling system features.
Colorectal cancer survivors face elevated risk
Colorectal cancer (CRC) survivors face an elevated risk of developing multiple primary cancers, an Australian study including 26,729 CRC survivors has revealed.
Healthcare provider harnesses potential of agentic automation
A Queensland healthcare provider has used an agentic automation solution to reduce processing times for critical areas, including patient referrals.
LiveLife Personal Mobile Alarm
The LiveLife Alarm is an SOS pendant with automatic fall detection technology.
Getinge PiCCO advanced hemodynamic monitoring solution
Getinge's advanced hemodynamic monitoring solution PiCCO is designed to provide a minimally...
New Aged Care Act: six things providers need to know
On 1 November, the new Aged Care Act comes into effect, marking once-in-a-generation reforms. A senior lawyer sets out six things you need to know,...
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2025 Australian Mental Health Prize entries open until 23 July
Until 23 July, nominations are open for the 2025 Australian Mental Health Prize, now in its 10th...
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Medicare chronic wound care scheme set to benefit 20,000/year
The Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme has launched, giving older Australians with diabetes —...
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Westmead Hospital to gain $492m pathology hub
The new NSW Health Pathology Statewide Hub at Westmead Hospital will be the largest public...
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Report: ACN calls for greater nurse UCC program recognition
In the wake of an interim evaluation report of Medicare Urgent Care Clinics, the Australian College of Nursing is calling for greater nursing staff...
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Denise Lyons is the new APNA President
Denise Lyons is the new President of the Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association...
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APNA is searching for its next CEO
As part of a planned transition from longtime CEO Ken Griffin, the Australian Primary Health Care...
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NSWNMA: Proposed workers comp changes a "cruel blow"
The NSW Nurses and Midwives' Association has called proposed changes to the NSW workers...
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Colorectal cancer survivors face elevated risk
Colorectal cancer (CRC) survivors face an elevated risk of developing multiple primary cancers, an Australian study including 26,729 CRC survivors...
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New GDM diagnosis recommendations welcomed
Australia's peak diabetes organisations have welcomed the publication of new recommendations...
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Diagnostic reference levels for mammography now a step closer
Australia is a step closer to diagnostic reference levels for mammography with the publication of...
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$12m for homegrown heart disease and diabetes innovations
$12 million in federal funding has been announced for the development of new Australian-made...
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Healthy heights: vertical hospitals on the rise
A healthcare architect explains how towering, 140-metre-plus healthcare facilities are no longer anomalies — they’re becoming a global...
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Investment in new Bankstown Hospital reaches record $2 billion
Investment in the planned new Bankstown Hospital has reached $2bn, making it the largest capital...
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Queensland announces its Hospital Rescue Plan
The Queensland Government has announced its Hospital Rescue Plan, which includes three new...
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Multiplex appointed Northside Hospital's early delivery partner
Multiplex has been appointed the early delivery partner for the $1bn Northside Hospital, Canberra...
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Deepfakes mimicking health professionals pose real risk
The Australian Medical Association has called for clear and enforceable regulations to combat AI 'deepfake' videos that mimic reputable...
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AI scribes resource released amid heightened scrutiny
Amid heightened scrutiny around AI scribes in health care, the Australasian Institute of Digital...
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Survey: Global IT decision-makers chart digital health care
A global survey of 1750 IT decision-makers across 11 countries charts some key challenges and...
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Artificial touch boosted by brain-controlled bionic hand
New research suggests that a complex sense of touch for people with spinal cord injuries is now a...
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Australian GP practices perform well in 19-country chronic conditions survey
Australia has performed well in a chronic conditions survey, which collected data from 107,000 patients and 1800 primary care practices across 19...
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2025 HESTA Excellence Awards finalists announced
From a pool of more than 420 nominations, 24 national finalists across eight categories have...
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WA's Health Support Services appoints Giles Nunis CEO
In WA, Health Support Services has appointed Giles Nunis its new Chief Executive Officer,...
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The ACCC institutes Federal Court proceedings against Bupa
The ACCC has instituted Federal Court proceedings against Bupa for breaches of the Australian...
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