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ACCC Re-authorises Collective Bargaining Arrangements by the AMA

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)  has issued a determination re-authorising a collective bargaining arrangement put forward by the Australian Medical Association (AMA) for ten years.

Message from the consumers health forum of Australia

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USP9X Gene Critical to Human Brain Development

New research from the University of Adelaide has confirmed that USP9X, the gene linked to intellectual disability, is critical to the earliest stages of the development of human brains.

Primary Health Care Nursing: Where To Next?

[hr]The contribution nurses make in general practice and primary health care will be critical to ensuring our healthcare system can meet the growing needs of an ageing and ever sicker population into the future. Kathy Bell, CEO of Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) explains how an education and career framework will help ensure the profession’s sustainability[hr]

Health Professionals Can Make NDIS A Success

[hr]The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is one of the biggest economic and social reforms this country has seen, says NDIS chairman Bruce Bonyhady. He knows the vital role health professionals play in this landmark reform and believes your help will ensure its success.[hr]

World Heart Federation : World Heart Federation’s World Congress of Cardiology 2014

QUT : Early warning - Internet surveillance predicts disease outbreak

In a new study published in Lancet Infectious Diseases, internet-based surveillance has been found to detect infectious diseases such Dengue Fever and Influenza up to two weeks earlier than traditional surveillance methods.

Smith & Nephew : Preventing and managing pressure injuries

Pressure injuries are changes in the skin seen in people who are generally immobile (e.g. after CVA or spinal injury) or are unable to mobilise themselves in a normal manner (e.g. following surgery). Usually, when someone is sitting or lying in the same position for too long, pressure is relieved by changing position, or perhaps even getting up and going for walk. This takes away the discomfort, and also ensures that the blood supply to that part of the skin is returned to normal.

AMCLA Medical : Sorbact® - Physical attraction

Acute wounds

Telehealth : Telehealth education and support for nurses and midwives

In 2012-13, the Federal Government funded a major education and support initiative to develop the capability of nurses and midwives in Australia to deliver care using telehealth.

Researchers Identify Steps to Prevent Liver Failure Caused by Paracetamol

University of Adelaide researchers have identified a key step for the future prevention of liver failure resulting from taking too much of the everyday painkiller paracetamol.

Possible Risks Associated with Medical Staff Using Mobile Digital Technologies

Possible risks associated with medical staff using mobile digital technologies for professional purposes have been raised in a leading study at Monash University.

New Guidelines for Prescribing and Treating Acne Patients Now Available

A University of Queensland researcher has developed new guidelines for psychiatrists and dermatologists prescribing and treating acne with a drug linked with suicide and depression.