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UQ has Grown a Kidney Using Stem Cells
University of Queensland researchers have made a major leap forward in treating renal disease, announcing they have grown a kidney using stem cells. [ + ]
New Nanocrystals Offer Rapid Diagnostics and Anti Drug Counterfeiting
Macquarie University researchers have invented a new generation of nanocrystals which offer untapped clinical potentials in non-invasive cancer diagnostic kits, rapid pathogen screening for acute infection, and invisible coding for identification of authentic pharmaceuticals. [ + ]
Researchers Closer to Preventing Breast Cancer
Researchers are getting closer to winning the war against breast cancer, according to an international team whose work was published in Lancet. [ + ]
Australian Science Media Centre's Top 10 Weirdest Science Stories 2013
From farts on a plane to fake fingers, weird and wonderful science was out in force in 2013. Compiled by the Australian Science Media Centre, with help from the RiAus and the CSIRO, this annual list of the weirdest science stories of the year contains both stories that will make you squirm and those that will have you scratching your head. [ + ]
The University of South Australia Discontinues Post Graduate Physiotherapy Programs
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Indigenous Health Report Card Published
The Australian Medical Association has published the 2012-13 Indigenous Health Report Card; The Healthy Early Years – Getting the Right Start in Life. [ + ]
Health Organisation Raise Awareness of Food Insecurity
The Dietitians Association of Australia and the Public Health Association of Australia have joined forces with Australian Red Cross to draw attention to the health gap between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other Australians, due to food insecurity. [ + ]
Australian Science Media Centre Lists Top 10 Stories for 2013
From leaving the solar system to resurrecting a frog, the Australian Science Media Centre has determined its top 10 science stories from 2013. [ + ]
Zero Tolerance for Abusive Behaviour in the General Practice Workplace
General Practice Registrars Australia’s Wellbeing Subcommittee worked to identify ways to encourage zero tolerance for abusive and intimidating behaviour in the general practice workplace. The latest development from the subcommittee is the production of a clear and direct ‘no tolerance’ poster that can be displayed in a practice or consulting room. [ + ]
Pharmacists Given Green Light to Administer Vaccines
The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia has welcomed the decision by the Pharmacy Board of Australia to recognise the administration of vaccines as part of the scope of practice of Australian pharmacists. [ + ]
Centre for the Health Economy Launched at Macquarie University
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Cape York and Torres Strait Health Services Merge
The Cape York and Torres Strait–Northern Peninsula Hospital and Health Services will merge. [ + ]
Seclusion Rates in Mental Health Facilities Continue to Drop
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Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement to Address Major Issues
The Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA) is concerned the final meeting of trade ministers for the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement will see major issues remain undecided, including parts of the agreement that will affect the cost of medicines and the ability of the Australian Government to protect the health of our population. [ + ]
