The existing prostheses application process will be updated with the new Medical Devices and Human Tissue Advisory Committee (MDHTAC). The Australian Government will modernise the existing committee process for prostheses applications through the new Medical ...
A new survey shows Australians’ mental health is negatively impacted by more frequent and intense climate-related disasters. The survey of 2,032 Australians by the Climate Council, supported by Beyond Blue, has found that since 2019, ...
The number of individuals waiting for elective surgery in Australia is expected to reach over 500,000 by June 30th if no action is taken by the government. The number of people waiting for elective surgery ...
A new light therapy technology developed by the University of South Australia scientists can eliminate antibiotic-resistant superbugs by up to 500,000 times. It’s ‘lights out’ for antibiotic-resistant superbugs as next-generation light-activated nanotech proves it can ...
The Murray Valley encephalitis (MVE) virus was found in mosquitoes in northern Victoria for the first time in over 10 years. Murray Valley encephalitis (MVE) virus has been detected in mosquitoes in northern Victoria this ...
Medlab Clinical Ltd is pleased to announce the interim results of its research on NanaBis™, a pharmaceutical-grade cannabis medicine for managing cancer-related and non-cancer related pain. Medlab Clinical Ltd (ASX:MDC) (Medlab, the Company) is very ...
Public health experts are calling for updated advertising laws to stop the promotion of vaping products to young people on social media. Public health experts are urging changes in advertising laws to prevent the targeting ...
South Australians are urged to protect themselves from mosquito bites due to the increased population due to floods and heat. South Australians are being urged to fight the bite, as a perfect storm of floods ...
The government is investing in improving healthcare services for Indigenous communities with Peak Hill Aboriginal Medical Service receiving $250,000 in funding. Local Aboriginal communities will have access to improved and upgraded health services with the ...
The Australian Medical Association is calling for payroll tax exemptions for general practitioners to prevent clinics’ financial struggles. The Australian Medical Association has called on National Cabinet to tackle payroll tax for general practitioners working ...
Potassium could be the key to developing a powerful early detection tool for people affected by the debilitating brain condition Alzheimer’s disease. New research from a James Cook University-led study has proposed a hypothesis that ...
As the number of elderly Australians living alone continues to grow, more and more older Aussies are choosing to stay at home rather than move into an aged care facility. Care Calling Now, an Australian ...