Violence against nurses is pervasive. They are more likely to experience physical violence than any other health-care professionals. Violence against nurses occurs in the context of violence against women, with 87.5% of Australia's ...
Nov 15, 2023
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A study led by The University of Western Australia has found a simple screening test to identify at-risk prisoners could reduce hospitalizations related to substance use, providing relief for a health system already under ...
Oct 24, 2023
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Mothers vaccinated against whooping cough (pertussis) during pregnancy have babies who are 70% less likely to have a pertussis infection in infancy, compared to the babies of unvaccinated mothers.
Oct 10, 2023
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COVID-19 was the third leading cause of death in 2022, accounting for more than 1 in 20 deaths (9,859 of 190,939 deaths), according to figures released today (Sept. 27) by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
Sep 27, 2023
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Improving food literacy positively influences diet quality and reduces the risk of chronic diseases; however, interpreting the evidence of its effectiveness has been limited. Results of a new study in the Journal of Nutrition ...
Sep 11, 2023
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Many women want a different kind of pregnancy and birth the next time around. Many want to see the same one or two midwives throughout, and want to choose where they give birth. And when the time comes, they want a vaginal ...
Sep 5, 2023
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A national review of primary care workforce regulations is investigating ways to increase Australians' access to quality health care.
Aug 30, 2023
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Over a quarter of people aged 14–17 have used e-cigarettes ("vaped") and one in 10 have done so within the last 30 days, according to a new study published in the Medical Journal of Australia.
Aug 29, 2023
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Australia has experienced an intense surge in severe Strep A cases, similar to the northern hemisphere wave, despite differences in seasons and circulating respiratory viruses, according to a new study.
Aug 22, 2023
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There is a growing momentum for the creation of community-based safe spaces for people experiencing emotional distress or suicidal crises, as an alternative to visiting hospitals and emergency departments.
Aug 16, 2023
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