New wetsuit material protective vs shark attack
19 November, 2019Flinders researchers have tested wetsuit material that can help reduce blood loss resulting from shark bites, reduce injuries and prevent the leading cause of death from shark bites.
Model predicts chance of septic shock in children
18 November, 2019Researchers have developed a novel method for predicting which children arriving in emergency departments are most likely to go into septic shock.
Global warming's threat to health
11 November, 2019Monash University researchers warn that global warming is likely to increase illnesses caused by undernutrition, due to the effects of heat exposure.
E-scooter injuries drive up Auckland hospital costs
22 October, 2019 by Jane AllmanA University of Auckland study has discovered that injuries from electric scooters (e-scooters) in the Auckland region have cost the health system more than NZ$1 million in less than one year.
A Day in the Life of a LifeFlight Critical Care Doctor
16 October, 2019A Day in the Life of RACQ LifeFlight Rescue Critical Care Doctor Ola Sorensen.
Opioid-related harm increasing in Victoria
25 September, 2019Opioid-related emergency department (ED) presentations in Victoria increased annually by an average of 3.1% during the 10-year period of 2008–09 to 2017–18.
New epileptic seizure treatment for kids to impact globally
24 April, 2019A new treatment for severe epileptic seizures in children will halve the number of kids being ventilated and sent to intensive care.
1 in 5 strokes in under 45-year-olds due to drugs
05 April, 2019A new Australian study has found that a fifth of fatal strokes in people aged under 45 years are due to psychostimulant use.
The simulation-based first aid training revolution
02 November, 2018First aid is a big deal in today's society. The potential to develop a ground-force of trained first aiders for response to accidents and emergencies has never been greater, and industry experts are taking notice.
Dramatic increase in cardiac implants
30 July, 2018Implantable cardioverter defibrillator procedures have risen significantly, with over 75% of recipients being men.
New drug tames violent patients
03 May, 2018Queensland paramedics have introduced a drug that is sedating violent patients 70% faster.
30% of emergency patient cannulas unnecessary
27 February, 2018Following research into cannula use in emergency departments, a new program being adopted by hospitals could save the nation's healthcare system $13 million annually.
Immediate use of clot-stabilising drug could save thousands more lives
10 November, 2017A study shows that every minute counts when it comes to treating severe bleeding after trauma or childbirth.
Bone fractures costing Aust. more than $3.1 billion a year
30 October, 2017Checking for undiagnosed osteoporosis the first time a bone is broken is essential.
Sci-fi smart bandage promotes healing
14 October, 2017Laced with electronic fibres coated with medication, this futuristic bandage can be activated by a smartphone.
