Industry News
Updated hip fracture standard released
The ACSQHC has launched the updated national clinical care standard for hip fracture at the binational Hip Fest 2023 conference. [ + ]
Partnership to enhance patient data integrity
Hospital Products Australia and Harris Data Integrity Solutions have come together to address the challenge of duplicated patient records within Australia's evolving electronic health records landscape. [ + ]
Nicola Roxon appointed AIHW Chair
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare's report has shown that while Australians benefit from record high employment and continued flexibility to work from home, the global cost of living shock is having an impact on households. [ + ]
Three South East Qld satellite hospitals commence services
Three of seven satellite hospitals across South East Queensland have commenced the provision of outpatient community-based health services across their regions. [ + ]
Mater launches new model of care for diabetic pregnant mums
Mater Mothers' Hospital has launched a new hybrid care model that combines a traditional midwifery group practice with an extra layer of obstetric care. [ + ]
Device to improve pacemaker surgery efficiency
South Australian company C.tech (Cardiovascular Technology Pty) has developed the OnePoint Junction Box with an aim to improve pacemaker surgery. [ + ]
SA boosts midwifery numbers with re-entry program
A re-entry program is assisting qualified midwives in South Australia rejoin the midwifery workforce by refreshing vital skills and knowledge. [ + ]
Burnside Hospital on recruitment drive after Stepney acquisition
Burnside Hospital has completed acquisition of the Sportsmed Hospital business now rebranded as Burnside Hospital Stepney. [ + ]
Calls to standardise allergy tests to improve reliability
Scientists are calling for standardisation of allergy tests after laboratory trials showed commercially available tests are not uniformly reliable. [ + ]
Cross-border initiatives key to advancing digital health: policy forum
Healthcare, industry and research professionals have cited the importance of international collaboration on new and disruptive technologies to advance digital health for citizens. [ + ]
Report examines overuse and misuse of antibiotics given to children
A study by Charles Darwin University found that parental decision on antibiotic use comes based on factors of personal advice, fear and access to healthcare institutions. [ + ]
AHA releases new guidance for patient data use
With the increasing use of analytics and big data in research, the AHA has released new policy guidance for the collection, storage and ethical use of data. [ + ]
Study examines strategies for reducing hip fractures
A study by UTD has examined how bone-strengthening exercises could lead to a decrease in hip fractures, including for those outside of the high-risk category. [ + ]
TGA seizes 40,000 vapes in Qld
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has seized over 40,000 vaping products, with an estimated street value of over $1.2 million, in Brisbane. [ + ]
Digital stethoscope to detect early signs of heart valve disease
A new artificial intelligence stethoscope could assist patients and health workers by detecting early signs of heart valve disease. [ + ]