International Nurses Day Celebrates Profession

As nurses celebrate International Nurses’ Day across Australia today, the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) says it’s an opportunity  to congratulate nurses and to commend their vital contribution to the health of our community.

Budget Needs to Ensure Expansion of General Practice Workforce

General Practice Registrar's Australia (GPRA) is urging the Federal Government to use next week's budget to ensure the sustainability and expansion of Australia's future General Practice workforce.

World Asthma Day Highlights Need for Education on Inhaler Use

Research released on World Asthma Day (today, May 6) shows most Australian asthmatics are using their inhalers incorrectly, damaging their health and hitting the country in the hip pocket.

Tenders Called for Esperance Health Campus Redevelopment

The $31.3 million redevelopment of the Esperance Health Campus has reached a major milestone with builders being invited to tender for the project.

International Day of the Midwife

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) says International Day of the Midwife today allows us all to recognise the dedication and commitment of Australia’s hard-working midwives.

AHPRA – Working to bring the national scheme to life

Researchers Successfully Grow Heart Muscle Cells

Australian Researchers Receive $11.4 million in Federal Government Funding

[caption id="attachment_6263" align="alignright" width="160"] Minister for Health Peter Dutton[/caption]

New Test to Diagnose TB in Children on its Way

[caption id="attachment_7662" align="alignright" width="200"] Dr Lachlan Coin[/caption]

NSQHS Standards – Implementation Feedback

Gene Signatures predict Survival Rates in Breast Cancer Cases

A Queensland scientists has discovered new gene signatures which can predict survival rates in all breast cancer cases, give a more accurate prognosis and ensure the most effective treatment is prescribed.

Australian Nursing Awards Finalists Announced

[caption id="attachment_7632" align="alignright" width="200"] Anne-Marie Corboy[/caption]

Queensland Researcher Joins World's Largest Genomics Company

The world’s largest genomics company, Illumina, has chosen a researcher from The University of Queensland to join as Director of Scientific Research.

Using technology to improve patient experience and outcomes

St Andrew's Opens New Hybrid Theatre

St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital’s new state-of-the-art Hybrid Theatre, the first such theatre in a private hospital in Queensland, is now fully operational.