'Spider web' mechanism traps and kills viruses
12 July, 2021Immunologists at Canada's McMaster University have discovered a mechanism that acts like a spider web — trapping and killing pathogens such as influenza or SARS-CoV-2.
The pitfalls of using multiple products for cleaning and disinfection
08 July, 2021It is critical that different products are not used in the same environment, as some may react with each another, having unwanted and sometimes very hazardous effects.
Whiteley Surfex dry-surface biofilm remover and disinfectant
01 July, 2021Surfex from Whiteley Medical is a dry-surface biofilm remover and disinfectant, intended for use on environmental surfaces and for non-critical medical devices such as hospital beds and theatre trolleys.
CleanSpace Technology CleanSpace Respirators
01 July, 2021CleanSpace Technology's CleanSpace Respirators are designed to protect healthcare workers from airborne contaminants.
What's Australia's first local Pfizer-style COVID vaccine? And when might it be in our arms? An mRNA expert explains
25 June, 2021 by Archa Fox Associate Professor and ARC Future Fellow, The University of Western AustraliaA research team at Monash University hopes to develop a new mRNA vaccine, which works by the same principles as the Pfizer vaccine and could be manufactured locally.
Fish oil's role in stopping superbugs
22 June, 2021Australian scientists have discovered that regular fish oil has the potential to break down superbugs' ability to become resistant to antibiotics.
Increased options for infection prevention and bed flow managers
18 June, 2021 by Kate Smith (RN/RM, CRNI, GCertNurs, Cert IV TAA), Head of Clinical Solutions, Training and Support, GAMA HealthcareRediroom provides an instant and mobile patient isolation solution increasing bed management options for Infection Prevention Teams and Bed Flow Managers.
Promising results from Novavax Phase 3 vaccine trial
18 June, 2021Novavax's COVID-19 vaccine demonstrated 100% protection against moderate and severe disease, with 90.4% efficacy overall, in the PREVENT-19 Phase 3 trial.
New shingles vaccine now available in Australia
10 June, 2021GSK Australia has announced that a new vaccine to help protect against shingles in adults aged 50 years and older is now available on the private market in Australia.
Health care partners with Tennant's autonomous T7AMR
01 June, 2021Robotic floor cleaning can support enhanced cleaning performance and protocols, helping healthcare organisations unlock consistent cleanliness and operational efficiencies.
COVID-19 antiviral treatment developed in Qld
18 May, 2021Australian and US researchers have developed an experimental direct-acting antiviral therapy to treat COVID-19.
Kirby Institute modelling could assist pandemic exit strategy
13 May, 2021UNSW's Kirby Institute has used mathematical modelling to test the effectiveness of different vaccination strategies for controlling the COVID-19 pandemic.
What's happening in workplace washrooms?
04 May, 2021In the washroom, Australians are most concerned about their co-workers not washing their hands, touching door handles and taps, and the cleanliness of the air.
Could real-time PCR testing rekindle the travel dream?
03 May, 2021 by Abel Ang, Group CEO of Advanced MedTechA Singapore–Australia travel bubble may be possible with fast and accurate ways to test and clear incoming visitors.
Pharmacists and GPs welcome changes to vaccine rollout
26 April, 2021The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia and Royal Australian College of General Practitioners have welcomed changes to the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
