Industry News
9 million Australians take prescription medicines daily
More than 9 million people take a prescribed medicine daily, with 8 million taking two or more prescribed medicines a week, according to a new survey. [ + ]
Parkinson's diagnosis — the eyes have it
A new link between a thinning eye retina and dopamine means doctors may soon be able to diagnose Parkinson's disease with a simple eye scan. [ + ]
Anti-racism training required for nurses
A new study has found that nurses, in particular child health nurses, would benefit from anti-discriminatory education and training. [ + ]
1 in 5 catheters unnecessarily painful or malfunctioning
A global study of short peripheral catheters uncovered major problems with their management. [ + ]
Changes to assessment against NSQHS standards
A new report has identified opportunities to improve how assessments against the NSQHS standards are undertaken, commencing January 2019. [ + ]
Male, over 50 and running to the loo?
With 50% of men in their 50s experiencing symptoms related to an enlarged prostate, health practitioners should encourage middle-aged men to have a check-up. [ + ]
Epidurals could be halved with remifentanil
A new study finds that the number of women in labour requiring epidurals could be halved if treated with remifentanil instead of pethidine. [ + ]
Bring the pressure down: new pill reduces hypertension
A new three-in-one pill to reduce high blood pressure could change the way hypertension is treated globally. [ + ]
It's ok to enjoy salt with your meal
New research has found that unless you're consuming more than 5 grams of salt a day — or 2.5 teaspoons — health risks are minimal. [ + ]
Inducing at 39 weeks reduces risk of caesarian
Contrary to existing perceptions, inducing healthy first-time pregnant mothers at 39 weeks reduces the risk of caesarian and pre-eclampsia. [ + ]
Antimicrobial resistance remains a threat in Aus hospitals
CPE and Neisseria gonorrhoeae continue to be the most commonly reported organisms with critical resistances to antimicrobials across Australia. [ + ]
Boxer shorts are best for male fertility
In the largest study of its kind, men who wear boxer shorts have been found to have significantly better chances of conceiving than men who wear tight-fitting underwear. [ + ]
Better education required to bust dementia myths
According to new research from Flinders University, the general public still tends to believe dementia is a normal and non-preventable part of ageing. [ + ]
Domestic violence rife in gay couples
Nearly half the men in a US study about male intimate partner violence reported being victims of abuse. [ + ]
New treatment puts cancer to sleep — permanently
A new class of medication prevents cancer from dividing and proliferating, effectively stopping it in its tracks. [ + ]
