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US case highlights dangers of fentanyl inhalation
01 May, 2024The lead author of the study said it should be taken as a warning about the danger of a substance that is cheap, readily available and 50 times more potent than heroin.
Project to review virtual EDs across five states
30 April, 2024As hospitals battle ramping challenges, alternative virtual EDs have been seen as one solution to reducing the number of people presenting to hospital.
ACT Ambulance deploys 'ultracompact' defibrillators
03 April, 2024The deployment will enable remote access paramedics to carry life-saving defibrillators to inaccessible locations.
Study reports rise in use of 'designer' drug substitutes
26 March, 2024An alert has been issued on the use of designer drug substitutes, following a 75% increase in detection of synthetic stimulant pentylone across Australia.
Qld symposium examines ED blockages and more
07 March, 2024Close to 100 delegates travelled from across Queensland to attend the 2024 Emergency Medicine Foundation (EMF) Symposium, which showcased the latest research tackling ED congestion.
Extreme weather injuries on the increase
03 November, 2023New research shows that Australian hospital admissions for injuries resulting from extreme weather have increased — especially those relating to heat.
Calls to standardise allergy tests to improve reliability
05 September, 2023Scientists are calling for standardisation of allergy tests after laboratory trials showed commercially available tests are not uniformly reliable.
Could a dose of hookworms help manage IBD?
21 June, 2023A trial by the Malaghan Institute's Hookworm Therapy team suggests so.
Patients skip medical care, scripts due to cost concerns: report
31 May, 2023The Australian Healthcare Index June 2023 report found a continuing decline in satisfaction with Australia's health system as it continues to be under strain.
Tool aims to reduce premature death from bone fractures
19 May, 2023In the study of more than 1.6 million adults, the scientists found that a bone fracture was associated with a loss of one to seven years of life.
Technology helps treat stroke patients up to 30 min faster
24 February, 2023An innovative telehealth platform aims to deliver faster diagnosis and treatment to stroke patients in regional South Australia.
NSW Paramedics begin high-visibility campaign for more pay
17 February, 2023NSW Paramedics have launched a campaign of 'surprise tactics and actions' as they seek better pay that reflects their work conditions and skills.
New service to reduce pressure on Vic hospitals
14 February, 2023A chronic care coordination service, launched by in-home care specialist Silverchain, aims to reduce pressure on hospitals in Frankston and Greater Dandenong.
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