Industry News
New COVID-19 vaccine completely blocks viral transmission
An Adelaide-based company has developed a COVID-19 vaccine that completely blocks viral transmission to individuals who lack immunity, as well as offering protection for those inoculated. [ + ]
Tech restores lives of those in chronic pain
The Avalon Study has demonstrated the life-changing benefits of a closed-loop spinal cord stimulation system in patients with chronic, intractable pain. [ + ]
COVID-19 antiviral treatment developed in Qld
Australian and US researchers have developed an experimental direct-acting antiviral therapy to treat COVID-19. [ + ]
To transform aged care, workers need better wages and conditions
Without improvements for the aged-care workforce, Australia could miss the opportunity to build the workforce needed to meet future demand. [ + ]
New cancer centre to offer cutting-edge radiation therapy services
A state-of-the-art cancer centre is scheduled to open within Holmesglen Private Hospital in September this year, offering the latest in advanced radiation therapy. [ + ]
Genomics industry making headlines at HealthData21
Genomics is the focus for the first day of the annual health data conference of the Australasian Institute of Digital Health (AIDH), HealthData21. [ + ]
Kirby Institute modelling could assist pandemic exit strategy
UNSW's Kirby Institute has used mathematical modelling to test the effectiveness of different vaccination strategies for controlling the COVID-19 pandemic. [ + ]
How are large, corporate GP clinics impacting patient care?
A shift towards larger general practices may impact future patient care in Australia, according to the authors of a Perspective piece published in the Medical Journal of Australia. [ + ]
On International Nurses Day, NMBA says thank you
The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) has thanked nurses for their professionalism and commitment to their communities this International Nurses Day. [ + ]
Breast implant cancer risk warning
Victorian women who have undergone breast implant or breast reconstructive procedures are being encouraged to watch for early symptoms of a rare form of cancer. [ + ]
When survival comes down to the hospital food
When hospitalised with chronic heart failure, survival could come down to the hospital food. [ + ]
Historic PBS listing of cannabis for Dravet syndrome
Epidyolex has been added to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) for the treatment of Dravet syndrome, a rare and drug-resistant form of epilepsy. [ + ]
2021 HESTA Awards celebrate Australia's nurses and midwives
Last night's HESTA Australian Nursing & Midwifery Awards celebrated the critical contributions of Australia's nurses and midwives. [ + ]
Softmed begins sterilisation wrap production to ensure local supply
One million sterilisation wraps will be produced each month in response to a critical worldwide shortage that threatens surgery cancellations in Australia. [ + ]
Real-world data critical to study of COVID vaccine in pregnant women
Researchers at the CDC have used patient data stored in the Oracle-developed v-safe system to understand the impact of COVID-19 vaccinations on pregnant women. [ + ]
