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Listeria has been found in a brand of ham produced locally in South Australia
Last Updated: 20-01-2021
SA Health says Listeria has been found in a brand of ham produced locally, prompting a warning to consumers and efforts to remove affected products from supply. Listeria has been found in ham produced in South Australia, prompting a warning to con Read More...
Australian Open linked to more COVID-19 cases
Date of Posting: 19-01-2021
Victoria has had no local cases of coronavirus for a 13th consecutive day, although there are four in hotel quarantine, three linked to the Australian Open. Victoria has recorded no new locally acquired cases of coronavirus for a 13th consecutive Read More...
Time to act on autism diagnosis deficiencies
Date of Posting: 19-01-2021
Identification of autism, followed by appropriate intervention, has the potential to improve outcomes for autistic individuals – but Flinders University experts say that presently not enough qualified people can diagnose. Professor Robyn You Read More...
Scientists are a step closer to developing 'smart' stem cells - and they're made from human fat
Date of Posting: 19-01-2021
These new, adaptive stem cells can lie dormant until needed, a new animal study using human cells shows. A new type of stem cell – that is, a cell with regenerative abilities – could be closer on the horizon, a new study led by UNSW Sy Read More...
NSW government is considering barring those who decline the COVID-19 vaccine
Last Updated: 18-01-2021
NSW may permit private venues to bar those not vaccinated for COVID-19, while the state has recorded zero new local cases of the virus. NSW has recorded no new locally acquired cases of COVID-19, as Premier Gladys Berejiklian suggests the governme Read More...
Australia investigates Norway Pfizer concerns
Last Updated: 18-01-2021
Health Minister Greg Hunt is investigating concerns in Norway over the Pfizer vaccine after some elderly people died after being inoculated. Australia is investigating reports Norwegian authorities are concerned about the safety of the Pfizer COVI Read More...
Dangers in vaping e-liquids confirmed
Date of Posting: 15-01-2021
A new study has confirmed fears that over-the-counter, flavoured e-liquids contain nicotine and other harmful chemicals, sparking renewed calls for tighter regulation of these increasingly popular products. CEO of Lung Foundation Mark Brooke said Read More...
Western Australia is considering easing border restrictions for Victoria
Last Updated: 15-01-2021
Western Australia could soon welcome back Victorian travellers, with the government to consider easing restrictions at an emergency committee meeting. Western Australia is close to easing border restrictions for Victoria after the state extended i Read More...
Study shows low carbs may put diabetes in remission
Last Updated: 15-01-2021
An international study suggests a low carbohydrate diet could help put type-two diabetes into remission. Low carbohydrate diets could help put type-two diabetes into remission, an international study suggests.[subscribe] After a six month perio Read More...
COVID-19 generally 'mild' in young children
Date of Posting: 15-01-2021
Babies and asymptomatic cases account for up to half of COVID-19 infections in the under-five age group, which has implications for vaccination programs, a new UNSW study has found. A systematic review and meta-analysis of international COVID-19 l Read More...
New service keeps families together during high risk pregnancies
Date of Posting: 15-01-2021
A new Gold Coast Health maternity service is allowing expectant mothers who need extra care to remain in their homes instead of spending days or even weeks in hospital. In the Maternity Hospital in the Home model of care, midwives attend the homes Read More...
In Victoria workplaces will return and mask rules eased
Last Updated: 14-01-2021
With Victoria recording no new COVID-19 cases for an eighth day, Premier Daniel Andrews has announced details of workplace returns and an easing of mask rules. The Brisbane hotel quarantine scare has Victorian health authorities on high alert, eve Read More...
NSW not moving hotel quarantine from Sydney to the regions
Last Updated: 14-01-2021
NSW will not consider shifting its hotel quarantine venues from Sydney to the regions, with the state's health minister saying such a move would not be logical. The NSW government has shot down suggestions it follow Queensland's lead by co Read More...
South Australia will lift coronavirus restrictions from regional NSW
Last Updated: 13-01-2021
South Australia has moved to lift some virus restrictions for travellers from regional NSW but will keep other measures in place. South Australia will lift COVID-19 restrictions for travellers from regional NSW but continue to block visitors from Read More...
Queensland Premier called for a quarantine review after outbreak
Last Updated: 13-01-2021
Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says an outbreak of the highly contagious UK strain of coronavirus in a quarantine hotel has grown to six cases. Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has called for a review of Australia's quarantin Read More...
How medicinal cannabis may benefit an increasing number of Australians
Date of Posting: 13-01-2021
At the end of last year, the Australian Department of Health Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) announced they would down-schedule low-dose medicinal cannabis products. This change will allow approved products to be sold to customers without a pr Read More...
3 things we can do now to help people with disability prepare for disaster
Last Updated: 13-01-2021
People with disability are disproportionately affected by disasters, but have fewer choices when emergencies unfold. Our previous research showed how, for people with disability, natural hazard disasters can mean:[subscribe] los Read More...
NSW supports virus suppression strategy than elimination
Date of Posting: 12-01-2021
NSW has recorded five new local COVID-19 cases as the state's premier reiterates her support for a virus suppression strategy, rather than elimination. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian says West Australian counterpart Mark McGowan should reacqua Read More...
Northern Territory lifted coronavirus measures for some in Sydney
Date of Posting: 12-01-2021
The Northern Territory has lifted coronavirus restrictions on some people coming from Sydney. The Northern Territory has reduced the areas in Sydney covered by its coronavirus hotspot declaration.[subscribe] The order covering Greater Metropoli Read More...
Victoria will reopen to regional NSW
Last Updated: 11-01-2021
Victorians in regional NSW will be able to return from Monday night, with the government introducing a new "traffic light" system for interstate travel. Victoria will reopen to regional NSW, with the introduction of a new "traffic l Read More...
Rules in place for Brisbane after lockdown
Last Updated: 11-01-2021
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has lifted Brisbane's three-day coronavirus lockdown, but people will have to carry and wear face masks for another 10 days. Greater Brisbane's lockdown will end on Monday night, but face masks will remain man Read More...
South Australia balances vaccine speed and safety
Last Updated: 11-01-2021
South Australian Premier Steven Marshall says the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines is a balancing act between speed and ensuring its safety. Rolling out COVID-19 vaccines in Australia is a matter of balancing speed with safety, South Australian Premie Read More...
Exercise for low back pain beneficial but no one agrees on why
Date of Posting: 11-01-2021
A new UNSW evidence review has found there is still no consensus between researchers about why exercise works for low back pain patients – despite decades of studies on the topic. Exercise is scientifically proven to provide relief from chro Read More...
Breaking the cycle of elder abuse with a frontline response
Date of Posting: 11-01-2021
Researchers at the University of Queensland are working with social workers and international experts to develop a national, unified framework for identifying victims of elder abuse who present to hospitals. Project leader and social worker, Profe Read More...
Researchers say dementia heightens COVID-19 death risk
Date of Posting: 08-01-2021
Dementia sufferers are more likely to catch COVID-19 and die from it as many live in high-risk transmission settings, Australian researchers say. Australians with dementia are more likely to catch COVID-19 and die from the infection or suffer seve Read More...
Four million Australians to be vaccinated for COVID-19 by March
Date of Posting: 08-01-2021
Australia's medicines regulator is set to give the green light to a coronavirus vaccine this month, ahead of a national rollout. Four million Australians including the elderly and health care workers are expected to be vaccinated for COVID-19 Read More...
Australian study shows lifting weights works for women too
Last Updated: 08-01-2021
Older men and women make similar muscle gains relative to their body size from resistance training, a new Australian study shows. Men might get bigger muscles, but lifting weights at the gym benefits women just as much, a new Australian study show Read More...
Time to take risks - school holidays the perfect time to get active
Date of Posting: 07-01-2021
It’s been a year like no other. Lockdowns and isolation have seen the cancellation of children’s sport, reduced time in school, and more time indoors – resulting in significantly less physical activity for everyone, especially ch Read More...
2021 HESTA Australian Nursing and Midwifery Awards now open
Last Updated: 06-01-2021
HESTA is calling on Australians to show their appreciation and support for the nation's nurses and midwives by submitting a nomination to the 2021 HESTA Australian Nursing and Midwifery Awards. Colleagues, patients and employers have until 7 F Read More...
Bone Clinic leading the world in osteoporosis management
Last Updated: 06-01-2021
The Bone Clinic, a world-first Queensland-based research facility and clinical practice, is providing targeted exercise therapy, dietary advice, bone scans and education specifically for osteoporosis. Founder Professor Belinda Beck says until rece Read More...
Junk food linked to sleep problems in teens
Date of Posting: 05-01-2021
Eating too much junk food has been linked with poor sleep quality in teens, a University of Queensland-led study has found. UQ School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences researcher Associate Professor Asad Khan said frequent consumption of soft Read More...
Coronavirus new variant - genomics researcher answers key questions
Date of Posting: 05-01-2021
A new variant of SARS-CoV-2, the virus which causes COVID-19, is thought to be driving increased transmission of the disease in parts of the UK. The government has placed some regions including London under new, stricter coronavirus restricti Read More...
Investing in a frontline response to elder abuse
Date of Posting: 04-01-2021
University of Queensland researchers are working with a team of 50 social workers across south east Queensland to create a uniform, national approach to identifying abuse in elderly people who present to hospitals. Latest national figures say up t Read More...
Three maternity care pathways for local women
Date of Posting: 04-01-2021
Castlemaine women will be able to access locally-based maternity care via three distinct pathways under Castlemaine Health’s new collaborative model of care. The new model of care has been endorsed by the Castlemaine Health Executive Board a Read More...
Australia pioneering 3D printing for bone implants
Date of Posting: 24-12-2020
Ground-breaking Australian research on 3D printing technology is offering new hope to cancer patients who require a bone replacement. The bone implants will be initially created using a national-first 3D printer in the Chris O’Brien Lifehous Read More...
Toolkit for autism diagnosis: connecting families with support, sooner
Last Updated: 22-12-2020
A new resource has been launched to help clinicians implement best-practice guidelines for the diagnosis of autism, with hopes this will lead to earlier access to intervention and support for children and their families. Professor Andrew Whitehous Read More...
NSW Health COVID restrictions for Sydney and beyond
Last Updated: 21-12-2020
NSW Health has imposed restrictions to control the spread of COVID-19 as a cluster on Sydney's northern beaches sparked alarm just days before Christmas. NSW Health restrictions until midnight on Wednesday. NSW Cabinet will review restrictions Read More...
Christmas plans have been dashed around the country due to border bans
Last Updated: 21-12-2020
Plans for Christmas reunions have been dashed around the country after states and territories moved to shut their borders to visitors from Sydney and surrounds. Australians are waiting to see if the NSW government's strategy to "go hard, Read More...
Victoria requested Australian Defence Force personnels to help police the border
Last Updated: 21-12-2020
Victoria has requested hundreds of Australian Defence Force personnel to help police the border, but so far just an additional 50 have been made available. Cars are crossing the NSW border into Victoria without being checked, according to a local Read More...
Travel restrictions come down on NSW
Last Updated: 18-12-2020
States have acted quickly to tighten travel restrictions for NSW residents after a COVID-19 outbreak on Sydney's northern beaches. TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS FOR NSW RESIDENTS[subscribe] Western Australia - Anyone who enters WA from NSW must Read More...
