Industry News
New centralised health operations centre opens in WA
The new facility sees key health emergency services come together under one roof in the State Health Operations Centre (SHOC). [ + ]
Electricity zaps could help prevent wound infections
Researchers have designed a skin patch that can create the environment to allow electrical stimulation to reduce bacterial activity. [ + ]
Insurers' push for vertical integration a threat to patient care: APHA
A new KPMG report, commissioned by Medibank, examines the potential economic benefits of expanding hospital care in the home. [ + ]
'Digital twins' to predict cancer treatment outcomes
Researchers used digital twins to recreate published clinical trials and found that all digital trials accurately predicted the outcome of the actual trial. [ + ]
Common antibiotic linked to rise of almost untreatable superbug
The eight-year study highlights the critical need for a deeper understanding of the negative impacts of antibiotic use. [ + ]
Report makes 30 recommendations to tackle midwifery crisis
The midwifery workforce is in crisis, with a new report identifying widespread staffing shortages and not enough students in the pipeline to meet future needs. [ + ]
Financial stress and bariatric surgeries raise the risk of scurvy
Scurvy is caused by vitamin C deficiency and was first linked to sailors during the Renaissance era, but it could be mistaken for other conditions, especially inflamed blood vessels (vasculitis). [ + ]
Medibank partners with League to improve customer experience
This collaboration hopes to enable a more personalised and engaging healthcare experience for Medibank's 4.2 million customers. [ + ]
New health-based guidelines for PFAS in drinking water
The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has released updated draft guidelines for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water. [ + ]
Cancer clinical trials receive $22m funding boost
The Australian Cancer Plan will guide this round of the program and ensure targeted and innovative research investment. [ + ]
Medibank partners with 36 Months
Medibank has become the official health partner of 36 Months, as part of its commitment to improve mental health in Australia. [ + ]
New COPD standard to improve diagnosis, care outcomes
While one in 13 Australians over the age of 40 have COPD, alarmingly only half of them know they have it. [ + ]
Survey explores impact of climate change on emergency services
Climate change is likely to have a severe impact on emergency services around the world, according to international emergency medicine professionals. [ + ]
HealthShare and HCF partner for dental offering
BookNow is a tool designed for dental providers to streamline and increase bookings. [ + ]
Solutions to enhance cultural safety in hospital care
A new study reveals that poor communication has led to experiences of racism, and poorer health outcomes in First Nations people. [ + ]
