Industry News
What factors influence hospital staff retention?
Rather than applying a 'one-size-fits-all' approach, staff retention efforts need to be tailored to age and profession, suggests a new study. [ + ]
Hospital uses AI model to improve physician–nurse collaboration
Stanford Hospital is using an AI-based model that predicts when a patient is declining and flags the patient's physicians and nurses. [ + ]
Finalists announced for 2024 HESTA Australian Nursing & Midwifery Awards
A midwife who created the nation's first stillbirth support guide for Aboriginal families and the organisation behind a new approach for Hepatitis C treatment and diagnosis are among the finalists. [ + ]
Vic sees 34% increase in digital health startups
Victoria has seen a 34% increase in digital health startups in the past year, according to the latest data from commercialisation firm ANDHealth. [ + ]
Calvary partners with Salesforce to build digital platform
The partnership aims to transform connectivity, enhancing the experience of patients, clients, residents, donors and staff. [ + ]
Non-invasive 'virtual' biopsy for skin cancer diagnosis
Researchers have developed a new imaging method that allows clinicians to analyse the skin non-invasively for cancerous cells. [ + ]
Hong Kong to host Asia Summit on Global Health this May
The event will be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 16-17 May 2024. [ + ]
UTI vaccines could prevent infection for nine years
MV140 is a new vaccine for recurrent UTIs and is administered with two sprays of a pineapple-flavoured suspension under the tongue every day for three months. [ + ]
Digital Health Workforce Summit fast approaching
The event will offer insights on the emergence of new and evolving roles, both clinical and non-clinical, as we deliver health care in the digital world. [ + ]
At-home care recipients in hospital longer compared to aged care residents
The study involved collaboration between the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network, Flinders University and the University of South Australia. [ + ]
What's the key to retaining rural GPs?
Understanding doctors' decisions to stay or leave, once recruited, could provide insights on how to address GP shortages in rural and remote areas. [ + ]
Smart socks detect unhealthy walking style
An electronic sock hopes to improve prevention of foot ulcers and amputation, benefiting patients with diabetes. [ + ]
Allied health body registers for ADHA's Provider Connect initiative
The initiative is designed to improve the accuracy of healthcare service and practitioner information, while reducing duplication and streamlining notifications. [ + ]
2024 ACIPC conference — registration, abstract submissions open
The 2024 ACIPC International Conference will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and online from 17–20 November 2024. [ + ]
WHO launches AI-powered digital health promoter prototype
The prototype, called S.A.R.A.H, represents an evolution of AI-powered health information avatars, using new language models. [ + ]