The role of culture and connection in improving Aboriginal health
13 November, 2024Researchers are calling for a rethink of the health system's approach to closing the gap.
COP29: positioning health at the core of climate negotiations
11 November, 2024The WHO is calling for an end to reliance on fossil fuels, instead advocating for people-centred adaptation and resilience.
Camfil CleanSeal Extract Return Air Housing
07 November, 2024 | Supplied by: Camfil Australia Pty LimitedThe Camfil CleanSeal Extract Return Air Housing is designed for efficient air filtration systems.
Review proposes major health system changes
05 November, 2024The review found that removing barriers would make it easier for Australians to get high quality care, when and where they need it, without waiting weeks for an appointment.
Private Health CEO Forum to tackle financial viability issues
04 November, 2024The forum will bring together independent experts as well as leaders from private hospitals, private health insurers and medical groups to develop options and reforms.
Lumia Care expands national network with SA acquisition
01 November, 2024Australian healthcare group Lumia Care has expanded its presence to South Australia with the acquisition of Pop-Up Health, adding 330 nurses and care workers to its national network.
New centralised health operations centre opens in WA
28 October, 2024The new facility sees key health emergency services come together under one roof in the State Health Operations Centre (SHOC).
Insurers' push for vertical integration a threat to patient care: APHA
25 October, 2024A new KPMG report, commissioned by Medibank, examines the potential economic benefits of expanding hospital care in the home.
New health-based guidelines for PFAS in drinking water
22 October, 2024The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has released updated draft guidelines for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water.
Medibank partners with 36 Months
17 October, 2024Medibank has become the official health partner of 36 Months, as part of its commitment to improve mental health in Australia.
Solutions to enhance cultural safety in hospital care
16 October, 2024A new study reveals that poor communication has led to experiences of racism, and poorer health outcomes in First Nations people.
WHO nutrition guidelines: 43% of baby, toddler foods in supermarkets exceed sugar limits
14 October, 2024In 2023, commercial baby food sales in Australia — including prepared baby food, cereals and snacks — generated over $370 million in revenue.
Angel Flight, Rural Doctors Foundation partner to improve care access
11 October, 2024Angel Flight has partnered with Rural Doctors Foundation to provide cost-effective air transportation enabling GPs to access hard-to-reach communities.
Clinician burnout: evidence-based strategies to improve wellbeing
11 October, 2024 by Dr Jo Braid, Rehabilitation Physician and Certified CoachRecent surveys in Australia show clinician rates of burnout around 60% with higher rates in the specialities of ED and psychiatry, and more likely in women and younger clinicians.
Newcastle Permanent, HMRI launch health innovation partnership
10 October, 2024The partnership will include an Innovation Accelerator to progress cutting-edge research concepts while the Newcastle Permanent Emerging Innovator Award will recognise promising researchers in the ecosystem.
