Industry News
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. [ + ]
Bullying doctors a threat to patient safety
Bullying and unprofessional behaviour in the medical profession not only impact the target, but patient safety, too. [ + ]
Herpes link to bipolar, depression
Researchers have found that Herpes viruses are capable of infecting neurons and possibly causing cognitive disturbances leading to mood disorder. [ + ]
Eye scan detects early Alzheimer's
Two studies have shown that the small blood vessels in the retina at the back of the eye are altered in patients with Alzheimer's. [ + ]
Unregistered dentist convicted, receives $50K in fines and costs
A NSW man pretending to be a qualified dentist has received $49,950 in fines and costs after pleading guilty to all charges. [ + ]
Midwife banned from practising
A Bacchus Marsh Hospital midwife has been banned from practising. She is one of 38 practitioners at the hospital who have been, or are being, investigated. [ + ]
