Industry News
Uterus from deceased donor results in live birth
This is the first case of a uterus from a deceased donor resulting in a live birth, suggesting more options may soon be available for infertile women. [ + ]
Atlas investigation reveals caesarean concerns
The Third Australian Atlas of Healthcare Variation has identified a number of concerning trends, including women having caesareans unnecessarily early. [ + ]
Neonatal vitamin D deficiency link to schizophrenia
Babies born with a vitamin D deficiency are at a 44% higher risk of being diagnosed with schizophrenia later in life, highlighting neonatal care opportunities. [ + ]
Personal care products linked to early puberty in girls
A new study has found that common grooming and household products could be behind the increasingly early onset of puberty in girls. [ + ]
New alliance tackles fragility fractures
Fragility fractures are a significant risk for the elderly, and a huge burden on healthcare facilities and the economy. A new APAC alliance seeks to tackle this. [ + ]
New Aged Care Quality Standards go live
The new standards will be enforced by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission when it comes into being from 1 January 2019. [ + ]
Doctors poop Lego
Six Aussie doctors swallowed Lego heads in the name of science — and retained their sense of humour. [ + ]
Data breach? Probably not hackers...
A new study has found that most healthcare data breaches are due to internal issues rather than sophisticated hackers. But there is a way to plug the gap. [ + ]
5000 volunteers wanted for bipolar disorder study
Australian researchers are seeking volunteers for a study that will improve early diagnosis and treatment for bipolar sufferers and help support their families. [ + ]
Off-label meds impacting autistic adults
Some 14% of mental health medications being taken by adults on the autism spectrum were given without a relevant diagnosis, and could be causing harm. [ + ]
One-third diabetes patients to develop kidney disease
One-third of type 2 diabetes sufferers will develop chronic kidney disease, creating a high risk of cardiovascular mortality, especially in young people. [ + ]
Young man dies from inhaling deodorant
Deodorant contains substances that can be used for inhalant abuse, and is a risk for the vulnerable. [ + ]
Childhood obesity linked to antibiotics, antacids
Children who are given antibiotics or antacids in their first two years of life are more likely to become obese during their childhood. [ + ]
Appendix removal reduces Parkinson's risk up to 25%
Scientists have found that having your appendix removed early in life significantly reduces the risk of developing Parkinson's disease. [ + ]
Gluten-free food contains gluten
A new study found that almost 3% of commonly purchased food items that were labelled 'gluten-free' contained gluten. [ + ]