SHPA seeks more information on impact of 60-day dispensing
02 May, 2023The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia (SHPA) has called on the Health Minister to further engage with all pharmacy stakeholders.
Whiteley Bactol 90% Alcohol Surgical handrub
01 May, 2023 | Supplied by: WhiteleyBactol 90% Alcohol Surgical handrub is a fast-acting antiseptic hand rub for surgical-grade hand disinfection from Whiteley.
Single iron infusion could beat daily tablets in pregnancy
28 April, 2023In developing nations, a single iron infusion can significantly reduce iron deficiency in pregnant women when compared with daily tablets.
Beta-blockers and chemotherapy could reduce metastasis
27 April, 2023A new study suggests that beta-blockers could enhance the effect of anthracycline chemotherapy in triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) by reducing metastasis.
$50 million funding for long COVID as inquiry report released
26 April, 2023The federal government has announced $50 million in funding for research into post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC) — commonly known as long COVID.
Malawi trial boosts iron levels in pregnant women
26 April, 2023A study exploring new ways to fight anaemia in developing nations has found a single iron infusion can significantly reduce iron deficiency in pregnant women, compared with daily tablets.
St George Private Hospital unveils new cardiac care technology
26 April, 2023The new technology in the cardiac catheterisation lab is designed to provide a clearer picture for doctors and lessen the amount of radiation present.
AI potentially detects 72% more heart disease patients
21 April, 2023A recent study suggests the artificial intelligence (AI) decision support software EchoSolv could help cardiologists diagnose aortic stenosis (AS).
New oral drug could replace diabetics' insulin injections
21 April, 2023Scientists in Melbourne have designed a new type of oral capsule that could mean pain-free delivery of insulin and other protein drugs.
New test aims to revolutionise preeclampsia detection
18 April, 2023A new rapid test for the early diagnosis of preeclampsia can reportedly produce results in 15 minutes and has been developed by researchers at UTS.
NAC releases new First Aid for Asthma Chart
14 April, 2023The National Asthma Council Australia (NAC) has released a significant new chart that provides guidance for the use of preventer and reliever combinations in an emergency.
GAMA launches campaign to minimise winter HAIs
14 April, 2023 | Supplied by: GAMA HealthcareGAMA Healthcare, supported by the Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control (ACIPC), has launched a ‘Be a Winter Champion’ campaign.
Disparity in rare cancer rates, treatment across Australia
14 April, 2023New research, released by Cancer Council, has highlighted the immense collective health impact of rare cancers on the Australian population.
Is there an optimal blood pressure drug for every person?
13 April, 2023The number of people with hypertension has doubled, and around a third of adults aged 30–79 have the condition — 1.28 billion people worldwide.
Whiteley Bactol Range Hand Sanitisers and Moisturisers
13 April, 2023 | Supplied by: WhiteleyIncreased hygiene frequency can cause dry, cracked skin which compromises skin integrity. Bactol Sanitisers can help alleviate this problem in two ways.
