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Body mass index: why practitioners are relying on it less when looking at a patient's health
BMI has long been used by doctors as the standard method for measuring health — and often still is. But... [ + ]
Painful health journey inspires career in nursing
Diagnosed with endometriosis in 2020, Zoe Little said she had spent years dealing with "painful disease" since she was a teenager. [ + ]
An inclusive play space for a children's hospital
The new playground has been developed in consultation with parent groups, clinicians and members of the local Aboriginal community. [ + ]
Psychological screening tool hopes to improve patient safety
For registered specialist plastic surgeons, looking for signs of mental health issues has always been an important part of training. [ + ]
Improving patient experiences with digital access solutions
Increasingly, healthcare organisations are investing in digital solutions to help transform their operations. [ + ]
Indoor location services in health care — a missed opportunity?
Location services and GPS have made life a lot easier, from helping you find the bathroom in a sports stadium to navigating the great outdoors — it's hard to imagine life without them. [ + ]
Ending the postcode lottery of reproductive health care
The Senate inquiry into universal access to reproductive health care has delivered its report — industry leaders welcome it, but some say "more must be done". [ + ]
Fluorescent guide can help detect tumour left behind after surgery
A new technique designed to allow surgeons to identify and remove residual tumour tissue during breast-conserving surgery is said to have shown promising results. [ + ]
The case for separation
The way specialists run their surgical operating lists is due for an overhaul, says Jane Griffiths, CEO, Day Hospitals Australia. [ + ]
The rising burden of severe acute pancreatitis
A new study calls for more targeted clinical research to find treatments aimed at reducing prolonged hospital stays and mortality in severe acute pancreatitis. [ + ]
The cosmetic surgery overhaul
In response to recent media reports of serious unprofessional conduct in cosmetic surgery, the health practitioner regulator and Health Ministers have announced significant changes. [ + ]
Cancer centre is the latest cyber crime victim
It seems hardly a day goes by without another report of a cyber crime incident. With Medibank still fresh in our minds, the latest attack is on a Sydney-based cancer treatment facility, Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre in Westmead Hospital. [ + ]
New chronic back pain trial reports significant improvements
A new treatment has helped long-term sufferers of chronic back pain experience significant reductions in pain and related disability. [ + ]
Opinion: Nursing, it's about more than money
The federal government's long-awaited pay rises for aged care workers, including registered nurses, are both welcome and overdue. [ + ]
Govt vaping action gets mixed reviews from health experts
The Albanese government has released a plan to tackle vaping in Australia through stronger legislation, enforcement, education and support. [ + ]
