Sepsis rates dropping in men, but still higher than for women
29 October, 2018With the exception of Australia, Austria and New Zealand, over 30 countries in a sepsis study had higher rates of sepsis mortality in men than in women.
Changes needed to stem self-harm in older adults
24 October, 2018Older adults (aged 65 and older) who self-harm have a higher risk of dying from unnatural causes (particularly suicide) compared to their peers without a history of self-harm.
A new way forward reducing opioid harm
22 October, 2018 by Kristin Michaels*Data, discussion and cooperation are the way forward as health professionals work to leverage promising initiatives.
Tailoring approaches to breastfeeding
16 October, 2018 by Jane Scott*Breastfeeding research from experts from around the world suggests a tailored approach helps both mother and child.
Why do women get more migraines?
10 October, 2018 by Angharad Brewer Gillham*Estrogen and other sex hormones may be responsible for the higher prevalence of migraine in women.
Staffing levels and infection prevention
09 October, 2018 by Brett Mitchell*Increased levels of nurse staffing seem to be associated with a decrease in the risk of acquiring HAIs.
One-third unplanned pregnancies aborted
08 October, 2018New Australian research finds that almost one-third of unplanned pregnancies end in abortion.
Hospital privacy curtains breed bacteria
04 October, 2018A new study finds privacy curtains in patient rooms riddled with resistant bacteria, suggesting they should be changed or laundered regularly.
Low-dose antidepressants ease back pain
03 October, 2018A low dose of antidepressants has been shown to help treat back pain in those for whom narcotics are the remaining option.
MATOS ARIA Refrigerator Range
01 October, 2018 | Supplied by: Rollex MedicalThe MATOS ARIA range of medical and vaccination refrigerators features the latest technology in controllers and compressors for accurate temperature stability.
Improve lifestyle or risk 45,000 cases of bowel cancer
28 September, 2018If Australians don't reduce their smoking, weight gain and excessive alcohol consumption, 45,000 cases of bowel cancer are likely over the next decade.
Reduce HAIs by up to 55%
26 September, 2018Even in high-income countries and in institutions with standard-of-care infection prevention and control measures, improvements may still be possible.
Hand hygiene Q&A
25 September, 2018With nurses making up 50% of the healthcare workforce, do nursing students receive sufficient education on hand hygiene? We find out.
Common antibiotic destroys superbug
24 September, 2018An adjusted antibiotic has successfully stopped superbugs Klebsiella and E. coli in their tracks, and could soon save 30,000 lives per annum.
Automated temperature controls safer for vaccines
24 September, 2018 by Alan Stocker*When materials aren't stored at the correct temperature, they become less effective or can be wasted.
