Australia
Australia to invest $20.1m in rural and regional aged care workforce
Australia to invest $20.1m in rural and regional aged care workforce
The initiative aims to support over 6,000 workers.
Royal Melbourne Hospital trials machine learning to predict ED stays
The models are designed to adapt across various healthcare settings.
Contractor named for Westmead supportive and palliative care unit
The unit will feature 15 bedrooms with en-suite facilities.
New cancer trial platform launched in Victoria, Australia
The first clinical trial has started at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre.
Trust in doctors crucial for AI acceptance in Australian healthcare
The majority were comfortable receiving AI information from their doctor.
Australia’s RBWH offers NanoKnife treatment for prostate cancer
Electrical pulses are delivered to damage cancer cells.
Australia funds $1.04m cervical screening boost for priority groups
The funding will be used by 11 organisations.
New $588m Rouse Hill Hospital to open in northwest Sydney
It will feature a primary access clinic and comprehensive birthing services.
Australia invests $77.8m in Blacktown and Mount Druitt Hospitals upgrade
The project focuses on expanding acute inpatient capacity.
Australia unveils new rules to support incoming Aged Care Act
The rules cover issues from residential care to home support packages.
7MM treatment-resistant hypertension market to grow 5% annually until 2034
Better diagnostic practices and combination therapy developments drive the sector.
Redevelopment begins at Port Macquarie Private Hospital
It is expected to be completed by April 2026.
Builder appointed for $61.3m Temora Hospital redevelopment
The project is expected to be completed in 2028.
Upgrades underway for Australia’s Maryborough Hospital
A new forecourt and patient drop-off zone are being built.
Australian gov’t launches new virtual women’s health clinic
It offers free medical advice and treatment via phone or online.
SVHM adopts automated track system for pathology
The system moves samples using small motorised carriers known as “CARs”.
Western Australia Health, Baret to roll out state-wide messaging system
The platform supports secure communications amongst clinical and frontline staff.