New cell-based flu vaccine to be rolled out this month
07 April, 2021 by Amy SarcevicThis winter, for the first time, a new cell-based flu vaccine will be introduced in Australia, in a bid to boost the efficacy rates of national immunisation programs.
Oxair addresses global oxygen supply shortage
01 April, 2021In response to global shortages, Oxair is spreading the word about its off-the-shelf solution — Oxygen Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) systems.
Callington Netbiokem DSAM+ 黑料吃瓜群网 Grade Disinfectant Cleaner
01 April, 2021 | Supplied by:Callington's Netbiokem DSAM+ 黑料吃瓜群网 Grade Disinfectant is formulated for use in healthcare facilities for broad-scale infection control.
COVID-19 vaccine before surgery to reduce postoperative deaths: study
01 April, 2021Vaccinating surgical patients ahead of the general population has the potential to help avoid thousands of postoperative deaths linked to the virus.
Measuring damage to equipment from cleaning and disinfection products
31 March, 2021 | Supplied by:When choosing a cleaning or disinfection product for a healthcare facility, one of the factors taken into consideration is the compatibility of the product with the equipment or surface.
Identifying concussion from rugby players' spit
29 March, 2021Researchers have identified distinct chemical 'signatures' for concussion in the spit of elite male rugby players.
Pandemic maternity care leaves partners and midwifery students most isolated
29 March, 2021Curtin University research has documented the varied experiences of people involved in receiving and providing maternity care during the pandemic.
National Asthma Council Australia urges asthmatics to get vaccinated
29 March, 2021Updates to the Australian Asthma Handbook will help health professionals advise patients with asthma during the COVID-19 vaccine rollout.
Report reveals room for improvement in care after abdominal surgery
26 March, 2021The report reveals that almost half of abdominal surgery patients in Australia feel they were not given adequate, helpful or accurate information for post-operative recovery.
Australian Cancer Atlas update highlights geographical disparities
24 March, 2021The update means the resource now includes latest national data on how cancer diagnosis and excess death rates vary by geographical area across Australia.
UQ discovery could reduce chemo side effects
23 March, 2021University of Queensland pain researchers have made a discovery that could let future cancer patients avoid chemotherapy's worst and most debilitating side effects.
Pausing the vaccine rollout will claim, not protect, lives, says Professor
22 March, 2021 by Amy SarcevicCountries that have opted to pause the AstraZeneca vaccine amid unsubstantiated blood clotting fears are actively choosing to end lives, according to Professor Bruce Thompson.
Little lungs breathe easier thanks to Melbourne neonatal nurse
17 March, 2021Neonatal intensive care nurse Seona Emanuelli developed the Bidibots nasal cannula for premature and sick babies.
Exploring medicinal cannabis in endometriosis
17 March, 2021 by Jane AllmanApplied Cannabis Research is conducting an observational study through CA Clinics, investigating medicinal cannabis for the treatment of endometriosis.
Study reports more twins than ever
16 March, 2021A global review of twinning rates finds that humans are giving birth to more twins than ever before.
