WEHI, MSD's antimalarial drug candidate enters Phase 1 trial
11 April, 2023A new antimalarial drug candidate, discovered by WEHI and global biopharmaceutical company MSD, has entered Phase 1 clinical testing in healthy participants.
Therapy for babies with autism signs cuts long-term costs
11 April, 2023New research evaluating the potential cost savings of a therapy for babies displaying early autism signs has predicted a three-dollar return to Australia's National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) for every dollar invested in therapy.
OSA may directly cause cognitive decline
11 April, 2023Patients with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) often show cognitive deficits, but these have traditionally been attributed to comorbidities such as systemic hypertension, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, and type 2 diabetes.
INOVA Air Purifiers INOVA-E300H air purifier
06 April, 2023 | Supplied by: INOVA Air PurifiersINOVA Air Purifiers has been providing clean air solutions since 2003. The INOVA range of medical-grade air purifiers is used in Australia's leading hospitals.
Paediatrician expresses concern for kids as flu cases rise
03 April, 2023The rising number of flu cases across the country is set to put further pressure on our healthcare system, which is already thought to be close to breaking point.
In Conversation with Anna Peeters
03 April, 2023 by Mansi GandhiAnna Peeters from Deakin University reflects on the challenge of obesity — her current focus — and the role of health systems and environments in improving outcomes.
S-7XTRA disinfectant cleaner wipes
01 April, 2023 | Supplied by: Anaeron Pty LtdThe S-7XTRA cleaner disinfectant kills 52+ pathogens including bacteria, COVID-19, norovirus, mould, fungi, yeast, TB and spores such as C. difficile.
Shifting boundaries
29 March, 2023 by Tom Simpson*The boundaries of the pharmacy profession are shifting in Australia, which presents a fantastic opportunity.
AI tool aims to improve safe use of IV heparin
24 March, 2023An artificial intelligence (AI) tool to improve the safe use of intravenous heparin is being developed by researchers at Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH).
Endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics expanded
24 March, 2023The federal government has increased the commitment for endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics across all states and territories from 16 to 20.
"We can't make the same mistake twice"
21 March, 2023 by Victoria Keays, Partner at Gordon LegalA painful lung disease caused by inhaling harmful levels of silica dust, silicosis is costing Australian tradies their jobs and, ultimately, their lives.
Robotic-assisted bronchoscopies could help reduce cancer deaths
17 March, 2023 by Georgia GowingA trial of robotic technology that allows doctors to access nodules in the farthest reaches of the lungs is showing promising results.
Concern over paracetamol access for Australians in pain
17 March, 2023Painaustralia has expressed disappointment at the TGA's interim decision to reduce the available pack sizes of paracetamol in Australia.
Sex hormones may affect women with rheumatoid arthritis
17 March, 2023A study of women with rheumatoid arthritis has found that those taking oral contraceptives or HRT had a greater chance of achieving remission.
New study highlights telehealth struggles in cancer care
17 March, 2023Cancer patients suffered added stress during the pandemic due to rules preventing a support person from attending appointments with them, a new study has found.
