Industry News
SHPA creates new resources and publishing opportunities
The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia has introduced resources and publishing opportunities for Residents, Technicians and Early Career Pharmacists. [ + ]
TGA makes final decision on paracetamol pack sizes
The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has published a final decision to reduce the maximum size of packs for various paracetamol products. [ + ]
Yale study: Insights into myocarditis and COVID vaccines
In a new study, Yale scientists have identified the immune signature of heart inflammation cases related to the mRNa vaccines. [ + ]
Digital Health CRC appoints Berne Gibbons as board member
Berne Gibbons has been appointed to the board of the Digital Health Cooperative Research Centre (DHCRC). [ + ]
New virtual home care trial for chronic conditions
A new digital health project, safe@home, led by Flinders University, aims to provide affordable and effective primary care services to people living with chronic diseases. [ + ]
$7.9 million investment in collaborative health research
Projects aiming to improve leadership equity, mental health, children's wellbeing and patient safety are among those awarded $7.9 million in grants. [ + ]
SHPA seeks more information on impact of 60-day dispensing
The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA) has called on the Health Minister to further engage with all pharmacy stakeholders. [ + ]
Self sign-up for cancer software allows 'try before you buy'
Australian digital health company EpiSoft has announced the launch of a new self sign-up option for its EpiSoft Cancer software. [ + ]
AIHW presents scenarios to reduce disease burden by 2030
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has provided data analysis and scenarios on the burden of disease due to overweight and physical inactivity. [ + ]
Single iron infusion could beat daily tablets in pregnancy
In developing nations, a single iron infusion can significantly reduce iron deficiency in pregnant women when compared with daily tablets. [ + ]
Skilled migration change to attract global health workers
Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neill has announced a simplification of Australia's skilled migration system in a bid to attract more health workers. [ + ]
Suicide Prevention Conference comes at critical time
Suicide Prevention Australia, the national peak body, is hosting the National Suicide Prevention Conference from 1–4 May in Canberra. [ + ]
Beta-blockers and chemotherapy could reduce metastasis
A new study suggests that beta-blockers could enhance the effect of anthracycline chemotherapy in triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) by reducing metastasis. [ + ]
St George Private Hospital unveils new cardiac care technology
The new technology in the cardiac catheterisation lab is designed to provide a clearer picture for doctors and lessen the amount of radiation present. [ + ]
Clinic cuts 'hidden waitlist' with digital patient pathways
A South Australian industry and public health collaboration is tackling the long wait periods for outpatient appointments — referred to as the 'hidden waitlist'. [ + ]
