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Scientists Shedding the Light on Malaria
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Queensland Researcher Joins World's Largest Genomics Company
The world’s largest genomics company, Illumina, has chosen a researcher from The University of Queensland to join as Director of Scientific Research. [ + ]
St Andrew's Opens New Hybrid Theatre
St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital’s new state-of-the-art Hybrid Theatre, the first such theatre in a private hospital in Queensland, is now fully operational. [ + ]
Global Burden of Disease Study Shows Death from Liver Cancer is Increasing
Deaths from viral Hepatitis B and C have surpassed HIV/AIDS in many countries, including Australia and in Western Europe, according to an analysis of the 2010 Global Burden of Disease study. [ + ]
New Driving Simulator Puts Drivers to the Test
University of Adelaide researchers are hoping a new computer-based driving simulator will lead to accurate, low-cost testing of older drivers' ability to stay safe on the roads. [ + ]
Aboriginal Oral Health Scholarships Launched
In a bid to improve dental health in Aboriginal communities, The University of Sydney's Poche Centre for Indigenous Health has joined forces with other organisations to launch the Aboriginal Oral Health Scholarships. [ + ]
Aged Care Facilities Tackle Overuse of Antipsychotic Medicines
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Web based resources on ethics in practice
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New Review Highlights Tamiflu Not Proven to Reduce Complications from Influenza
Initially thought to reduce hospitalisations and serious complications from influenza, a new review highlights the drug Tamiflu is not proven and may lead to harmful effects. [ + ]
Quality indicators in age services - Lessons learnt
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Australian Surgeons Perform First Robotic Spinal Surgery in Southern Hemisphere
In a Southern Hemisphere first, leading Australian orthopaedic and neurosurgeons have collaborated to perform the first robotic spinal surgery using state-of-the-art technology. [ + ]
NHMRC Releases papers on Complementary Medicine and Evidence of Homeopathy
With revenue from the sale of complementary medicines more than $3.55billion, the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has released Talking with your Patients about Complementary Medicine – A Resource for Clinicians. [ + ]
High Blood Pressure Still a Major Health Issue
One in five adults have high blood pressure, despite more than $1billion being spent on managing the condition each year. [ + ]
Whooping Cough Vaccine Boosters Wearing Off Quickly
Whooping cough vaccine protects infants and young children but booster doses wear off quickly, according to University of Queensland researchers. [ + ]
