Why physical device security is becoming a patient privacy issue in health care
One of the most immediate and preventable risks to patient data often goes overlooked: the physical security of the devices clinicians rely on every day.
Food waste in Australian hospitals and aged care homes — can AI help?
After working in hospitals, an Australian researcher has considered how hospitals and aged care homes can combat food waste — including with the help of AI.
WA healthcare professionals gain workplace-specific courses
St John WA has expanded its training offering for healthcare professionals, including new courses in advanced life support and IV/O and blood collection.
How do different types of pain influence empathy?
Different types of pain influence how unpleasantly we perceive it but also how we empathise with others, a German study published this month has revealed.
Hospital waiting times remain high, new Productivity Commission data reveals
As part of the Report on Government Services, the Productivity Commission has published its latest national health figures.
Getinge PiCCO advanced hemodynamic monitoring solution
Getinge's advanced hemodynamic monitoring solution PiCCO is designed to provide a minimally...
MULTIGATE CubeWare 2.0 recyclable hollowware range
Designed with both healthcare professionals and the environment in mind, CubeWare 2.0 is the...
Incontinence management innovations for healthcare facilities
Incontinence management is rapidly improving courtesy of new technologies and compassionate approaches. Here are some available innovations.
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2026 HESTA Excellence Awards — nominations open
Nominations have opened for the 2026 HESTA Excellence Awards, which encompass the aged care,...
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Alliance to lay foundations for national creative health infrastructure
Creative Health Alliance Australia launched this month, in order to lay the foundations for...
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Ramsay to close 17 psychology clinics by end of August
Ramsay Health Care has announced the progressive closure of 17 psychology clinics by the end of...
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A Day in the Life of a health equity consultant and street health nurse
Adjunct Associate Professor Sonia Martin is a health equity consultant and street health nurse, and the CEO and Founder of OneBridge. Here's a...
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Teachers Health Group announces Simone Tregeagle as next CEO
Teachers Health Group, which encompasses Nurses & Midwives Health, has announced that Simone...
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Nominations open for 2026 HESTA Australian Nursing & Midwifery Awards
Nominations have opened for the 2026 HESTA Australian Nursing & Midwifery Awards, set...
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Two healthcare student spotlights this National Skills Week
This National Skills Week (25–31 August), we spotlight two NSW TAFE students and graduates...
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How do different types of pain influence empathy?
Different types of pain influence how unpleasantly we perceive it but also how we empathise with others, a German study published this month has...
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$1bn vaccine and antivenom manufacturing facility opens
A $1 billion cell-based influenza vaccine and antivenom manufacturing facility has opened in...
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Doctors criticise "risky prescribing agenda"
The AMA and RACGP have expressed disappointment in the Pharmacy Board of Australia's...
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Free, nurse-led support line for primary liver cancer now open
October is Liver Cancer Awareness Month, and Liver Foundation has launched a free, nurse-led...
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Fundamental reimagining: new Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick
The new Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, was designed as a fundamental reimagining of how healing spaces and care journeys can transform...
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$910m new Rouse Hill Hospital — designs released
Designs have been released for the $910 million new Rouse Hill Hospital, intended to cater for...
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Construction underway on new Redcliffe cancer care centre
Construction is underway on a new cancer care centre in Redcliffe, Queensland — expected to...
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Craigieburn Community Hospital opens in Melbourne's northern suburbs
Run by Northern Health, Victoria's new Craigieburn Community Hospital in Melbourne's...
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Why physical device security is becoming a patient privacy issue in health care
One of the most immediate and preventable risks to patient data often goes overlooked: the physical security of the devices clinicians rely on...
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Webinar: Turning data protection into a business advantage
Backup is no longer a safety net, but a strategic tool for risk reduction — and the...
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Updated guidance for telehealth and virtual care now available
Reflecting concerns around unethical practice and emerging business models focused more on profit...
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Perich Centre for Robotics & Health Technology opens in Liverpool
Home to more than 60 clinician scientists, the purpose-built, 1300 m2 Perich Centre...
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Some patients wait 6 years to see a public hospital specialist. Here's how to fix this
Australian research spanning more than a decade suggests there are ways to reduce waiting lists that can be implemented now.
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Legislation introduced to improve private health choice and transparency
The Australian Government has introduced legislation intended to help patients find the best...
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New public hospital funding deal "will not be enough", doctors warn
While the Australian Medical Association has welcomed the public hospital funding agreement, it...
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St Vincent's Hospital faces two charges after patient death
Following the death of a patient in care in Fitzroy, WorkSafe Victoria has charged St...
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