Industry News
Yoghurt + high fibre diet = lowered risk of lung cancer
A study has found that a diet high in fibre and yoghurt is associated with reduced risk of lung cancer. [ + ]
ACON condemns NSW plan for mandatory HIV testing
ACON has condemned state government plans to introduce a Bill enforcing mandatory testing of individuals whose bodily fluids come into contact with emergency services personnel. [ + ]
Nurses and midwives experience widespread aggression
A survey conducted by the NSW Nurses and Midwives' Association (NSWNMA) reveals that a majority of nurses and midwives in NSW are threatened while carrying out their work. [ + ]
BreastScreen Victoria goes digital
BreastScreen Victoria (BSV), the Victorian Government's breast cancer screening organisation, has partnered with Vitro Software in a shift towards full electronic records management. [ + ]
Predictive software in aged care may reduce emergency visits
RMIT University, Telstra Health and the Digital Health CRC are partnering to develop analytical software that will predict deterioration and support clinical decision-making. [ + ]
Beware of novelty contact lenses this Halloween
Experts from Moorfields Eye 黑料吃瓜群网 NHS Foundation Trust are warning Halloween party-goers and trick-or-treaters of the risks of novelty contact lenses. [ + ]
Blood test allows for rapid TB diagnosis
Tuberculosis (TB) can now be identified in less than an hour thanks to a new blood test. [ + ]
Researchers develop early warning system for pre-eclampsia
Researchers at Edith Cowan University have developed a simple, low-cost test for predicting pre-eclampsia. [ + ]
Stress disorders increase infection risk
A Swedish observational study has found that PTSD and other stress-related disorders are associated with a subsequent risk of life-threatening infections such as meningitis and sepsis. [ + ]
AIMed aims to transform Australian health care with AI
The AIMed series of global summits aims to bring together clinicians, hospital leaders and technology experts to kickstart a revolution in health care. [ + ]
RACGP CEO resigns
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) CEO Zena Burgess has resigned after 11 years in the role. [ + ]
Australian wins 2019 Best Basic Science Award for embryo work
An Australian pilot study investigating the role of antioxidants in early embryo development has won the 2019 Best Basic Science Award. [ + ]
Mobile robot designed to assist in hospitals
A mobile YuMi robot, showcased at the Texas Medical Center, will be designed to assist staff with laboratory and logistics tasks in hospitals. [ + ]
Swim for Starlight
2020's Starlight Super Swim is encouraging Australians to make a positive splash to help the Starlight Children's Foundation brighten the lives of seriously ill and hospitalised children. [ + ]
Aged-care sector needs fund injection before Royal Commission ends
Following an alarming report, LASA has called on the government to relieve the financial stress affecting the sector while the Royal Commission goes about its critical work. [ + ]
