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Cancer Institute NSW grant brings advanced genomics technology to Aus 9/20/2016

Researchers across NSW will be able to explore genomic changes in cancer cells more comprehensively than ever before, following Garvan’s acquisition of the ‘Chromium Genome Solution’ ...

Medical trials that failed miserably 9/13/2016

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More admissions and surgeries at NSW hospitals 9/13/2016

NSW hospitals are admitting more patients and performing more elective surgeries than ever before, according to the latest Bureau of Health Information (BHI) report.

Investing in rural doctor training pays off for rural communities 9/13/2016

The AMA has intensified its call for increased Federal Government investment in rural training opportunities for doctors amid mounting evidence that it would improve access to health ...

New evidence showing increased patient out of pocket costs: RACGP 9/13/2016

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has re-activated and re-energized its campaign against the Federal Government’s Medicare rebate freeze with new evidence showing ...

4 Innovations Helping to Provide Better Health Care 9/6/2016

The healthcare industry has a massive daily responsibility to manage the lives of entire communities and see them through all manner of health-related crises.

Reports show that GPs are working harder than ever 9/6/2016

Two reports released 31 August 2016 show that GPs are working harder than ever.

GP support key to success of Health Care Homes 8/30/2016

Welcoming the announcement of the 10 Primary Health Network Regions to conduct the Government’s trial of the Government’s Health Care Homes initiative, AMA President, Dr Michael ...

Doctor workforce increasingly specialised: AIHW report 8/30/2016

The last decade has seen a shift toward a medical workforce with more specialist roles, according to a report that explores the characteristics of medical practitioners, released 24 ...

Sleep apnea treatment improves wellbeing, no cardiovascular benefit 8/30/2016

The largest sleep study ever undertaken has found that the leading therapy for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP), does not reduce recurrent ...

Queensland Health moves to notify cardiac patients about bacteria 8/30/2016

The Department of Health will begin contacting public patients who have undergone certain types of open-heart surgery, particularly heart valve replacement, and may have been exposed ...

Protect vulnerable people as flu cases rise: NSW Health 8/23/2016

NSW Health is urging people with flu symptoms to stay away from aged care facilities and vulnerable groups following a spike in influenza presentations to emergency departments and ...

RACGP calls for urgent action to support health of Australia’s youth 8/23/2016

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander males are experiencing the highest rate of youth suicide in the world and health outcomes for all young Australians - particularly the disadvantaged ...

Medical Board consults on revalidation in Australia 8/23/2016

Strengthened continuing professional development and screening for at-risk doctors should underpin future approaches to revalidation in Australia, according to an expert report to ...

Navigating the human genome with Sequins 8/23/2016

Australian genomics researchers have announced the development of Sequins – synthetic ‘mirror’ DNA sequences that reflect the human genome.

Medicinal cannabis one step closer for Victorian patients 8/16/2016

Victorian patients are one step closer to accessing medicinal cannabis with the Andrews Labor Government’s horticultural trial entering its second phase and a new Independent Medical ...

Burden of Disease Study: poor diet higher than previously thought 8/16/2016

The Australian Burden of Disease Study: impact and causes of illness and death in Australia 2011- summary report was released on 5 August 2016 by the Australian Institute of Health ...

Avoid recalled rockmelon after Salmonella outbreak: NSW Health 8/9/2016

NSW Health is warning people to not consume rockmelon that is being recalled while an investigation into the source of a national outbreak of a rare strain of Salmonella is underway. ...

Time to match healthcare with 21st Century consumer needs: RACGP 8/9/2016

Health and consumer leaders have released a blueprint for 21st Century Medicare aimed at giving patients greater say in a team-based health care system.

Vic hospital waiting lists at six-year low 8/9/2016