In the study of more than 1.6 million adults, the scientists found that a bone fracture was associated with a loss of one to seven years of life. [ + ]

Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, has launched a free program to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to develop new products and services. [ + ]

A nurse providing compassionate and culturally safe care to First Nations Communities and a midwife who implemented an innovative care model are among the winners. [ + ]

Melbourne-based Eyetelligence, which uses AI technology and retinal imaging to screen for eye diseases, has received an AU$18 million investment from Ascertain. [ + ]

The reforms will allow Ahpra and the National Boards to warn the public about serious risks posed by individuals, including registered and un-registered practitioners, who are the subject of investigations or disciplinary proceedings. [ + ]

The University of Sydney has launched a new clinical school to enhance general practice as a preferred career choice among medical students. [ + ]

Australian researchers have invented an endovascular implant that could help people living with severe paralysis or neurological disorders to communicate. [ + ]

Postpartum haemorrhage (PPH) — defined as the loss of more than 500 mL of blood within 24 hours after birth — is the leading cause of maternal mortality worldwide. [ + ]

People with OSA often snore loudly, their breathing starts and stops during the night and they may wake up several times. [ + ]

Mater nurse Alison Tritton has always known that her colleagues are special people. [ + ]

A University of Queensland study has found skin with few visible freckles or blemishes may still carry sun-damaged DNA mutations that can trigger cancer. [ + ]

One in every eight of the 20- to 39-year-old participants were found to have some kind of mental illness, including depression, anxiety and insomnia. [ + ]

Queensland Health has issued a warning against taking illegally sourced drugs following the seizure of counterfeit medications containing life-threatening substances. [ + ]

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has announced a $5.7 billion funding boost to Medicare, $951.2 million for digital health and $737 million to combat smoking and vaping as a part of the Federal Budget 2023. [ + ]

Children with an inoperable type of brain cancer may benefit from an advanced immunotherapy treatment, according to new research. [ + ]