Advancing Nurse Leadership at the 2015 National Nursing Forum
09 October, 2015 by ahhbChinese Medicine researcher wins Nobel Prize
08 October, 2015 by Sharon SmithI’m sure I’m not the only one surprised by the announcement that half of the 2015 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has gone to a researcher who spent her entire career researching traditional Chinese medicine. Based at the Chinese Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Beijing (now the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences) since 1965, scientist Youyou Tu, her colleagues, and home institution may well be just as stunned today as I am.
Explainer: Myriad Genetics and BRCA1 Patent Ruling
08 October, 2015 by Sharon SmithYou have almost certainly heard the news by now: Queensland cancer survivor Yvonne D’Arcy has won an extensive battle against US biotech company Myriad Genetics. The Australian High Court ruled that the BRCA1 genetic mutation patent could not be owned by Myriad or any other company, allowing breast cancer sufferers access to diagnostic tests without exorbitant fees from private companies.
Lung disorder genetic link identified
07 October, 2015 by Sharon SmithWhy do some smokers avoid lung disease and some non-smokers develop it? Researchers in the UK have found the genetic link to cardio-pulmonary disorders (COPD) incuding bronchitis and emphysema which indicates the way lungs grow and respond to injury.
Aspirin claims another title: Cancer Fighter
07 October, 2015 by Sharon SmithNew research presented at the 2015 European Cancer Congress has found that in a study of cancer patients in the Netherlands, a daily dose of aspirin can improve the life expectancy of those experiencing cancers of the gastrointestinal tract.
Improving burn care across the nation
01 October, 2015 by ahhbThe PCEHR arrives in the last chance saloon
29 September, 2015 by ahhbNursing Home Funding
28 September, 2015 by Sharon SmithAged-care funding creates dependency and lowers well-being of residents
Breast Imaging – The way forward
28 September, 2015 by ahhbEmergency Care in Papua New Guinea - A Volunteer’s Perspective
23 September, 2015 by ahhbIdentification and risk assessment of hazardous medicines
19 September, 2015 by ahhbThe Big Deal About Biologics
15 September, 2015 by Ryan MccannDr Deborah Gleeson is a lecturer in public health at La Trobe University. Her research focuses on the impact of trade agreements on healthcare and public health policy. She is convener of the Political Economy of Health Special Interest Group of the Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA), and represents PHAA on matters related to trade agreements, including the TPP.
