A new blood test that can identify melanoma in its early stages could save thousands of lives — and dollars. [ + ]

A Victorian man pretending to be a gynaecologist or obstetrician has been sentenced to almost 10 years' jail. [ + ]

Advantech was very pleased, but not surprised, to find itself on the 2018 Healthcare Informatics 100 list. [ + ]

Hand hygiene levels in hospitals drop dramatically when no-one is watching, according to a new UNSW study. [ + ]

Common chemicals are causing many Australians to develop debilitating sensitivities. [ + ]

Obstructive sleep apnoea may be contributing to dementia, and screening older patients could reduce this risk. [ + ]

Removing inhibitory antibodies from plasma has resulted in immediate health improvement for some sepsis patients, and offers an alternative sepsis treatment. [ + ]

A surge in healthcare innovation has contributed a windfall to the Australian economy in the past year. [ + ]

Researchers have found that up to one-third of country-based mental health sufferers are in denial about having a problem. [ + ]

With 1700 Australians being diagnosed with dementia weekly, a new initiative has been launched to turbocharge the search for a cure. [ + ]

Human herpesviruses are more abundant in the brains of Alzheimer's patients, according to a new study. [ + ]

Marriage may protect against the development of heart disease/stroke, as well as influence who is more likely to die of it. [ + ]

A UQ study finds strong evidence that the triclosan, used in personal care products, is accelerating the spread of antibiotic resistance. [ + ]

With the number of drug-related deaths reaching an all-time high among men, identifying signs of dependence and facilitating treatment is essential. [ + ]

Selectively editing reviews or testimonials about your organisation may break the law. [ + ]