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Reimagining healthcare experiences in the metaverse
As the metaverse shifts from hype to reality, organisations and individuals are excited to experiment with these cutting-edge technologies. [ + ]
In Conversation with Cyriac Roeding
Cyriac Roeding, a Silicon Valley-based entrepreneur and investor, sold his first computer program at the age of 15 in Germany. [ + ]
Q&A: Improving patient care through effective communication
Dr Benjamin Kanter, a physician innovator and CMIO, Vocera, reflects on the role of technology in transforming care delivery and patient outcomes. [ + ]
A day in the life of a nursing trailblazer
Claire Lane MACN, a theatre nurse and Founder and CEO of charity Save Our Supplies, was recently awarded the Health Minister's Award for Nursing Trailblazers for innovative leadership. [ + ]
Opinion: Doctors quit and more patients die as staff suffer fatigue, burnout
A few months ago we were shocked and saddened by the news of young Hiyaan Kapil who died shortly after being discharged from Logan Hospital. [ + ]
The game-changing research for HAI prevention
We all know the importance of good hygiene in preventing infections, but, until now, nobody has been able to quantify the impact individual hygiene measures have — not just on infection acquisition rates, but on the broader healthcare system. [ + ]
The faces behind regional clinical trial advancements
Regional clinical trial patient John Robson is on a mission to tell fellow country people that you don't have to travel to a metro centre to receive the best health care. [ + ]
Leading through the expanding horizons of IPC
Infection prevention and control (IPC) is a critical element in health — both acute and community, and aged care — settings. [ + ]
Why less is more when managing low back pain in the ED
Associate Professor Liz Marles*, Clinical Director at the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care, explains why it's time for a cultural shift in our approach to managing back pain. [ + ]
Pharmacists not immune to workforce issues, but part of the solution: PSA
The indispensable role of pharmacists as primary healthcare providers has been demonstrated through both natural disasters and the pandemic. [ + ]
Flying high with a nursing dream
Rose Webster is hoping her love of aviation and nursing might one day merge, after swapping life in the Royal Australian Air Force for a QUT nursing degree. [ + ]
Tackling future global health threats
The Lancet COVID-19 Commission report outlines recommendations to hasten the end of the ongoing pandemic emergency and lessen the impact of future health threats. [ + ]
Health-tech innovator bags design award
Leah Heiss, a health-tech innovator and Associate Professor, Monash University, has received the 2022 Australian Women in Design Award. [ + ]
Five food safety questions to ask
Food safety management requires monitoring and supervision at a senior corporate level. [ + ]
Connecting Australian health care
In a healthcare system that values cutting-edge technology to diagnose, treat and manage conditions, consistent sharing of consumer health information remains an elusive target. [ + ]
