Australia
Australia invests $3.6m to develop newborn screening platform
Australia invests $3.6m to develop newborn screening platform
The new platform is set to undergo a 12-month research trial.
Australia’s Cairns Hospital opens expanded emergency department
The upgraded facility includes additional bed capacity and a dedicated X-ray suite.
Alfred Health integrates EHR solutions into oncology care
One of the technology’s features includes access to existing clinical trials.
Australia invests $2.5m for enhanced infection prevention in aged care
Four research projects will each receive funding to provide insights into effective IPC programmes.
$298m Bunbury Regional Hospital redevelopment works to start in 2025
One of the project’s key features is a centre dedicated to upskilling and training pathways.
Gold Coast Health trials virtual scribe in outpatient departments
Over 70 medical specialists will participate in the trial’s first stage.
Australia forms Hospitals Victoria to enhance hospital care
The agency will streamline hospital back-office functions, including payroll and IT.
Canberra Hospital enhances imaging with new PET/CT and SPECT/CT scanners
These additions are part of Canberra Hospital's $10.4m imaging upgrade.
Australia forms new advisory body to guide the medical workforce
It will oversee the implementation of the National Medical Workforce Strategy.
Australia introduces new healthcare service for streamlined elderly care
The facility includes an inpatient unit with 15 beds.
New Laverton Hospital site works to commence in early 2025
The establishment will feature specialist facilities, along with emergency and outpatient support.
Australia to unveil $39m research translation centre at St. Vincent’s Hospital
Its key features include specialised 3D printing and clinical simulation labs.
RMH and WEHI collaborate on study to reduce kidney rejection
Researchers leverage mass spectrometry to test up to 2,000 proteins related to kidney rejection.
Royal Hobart Hospital's pharmacy redevelopment 30% complete
One of its key facilities includes a dedicated space for research, education, and clinical trials.
Australia invests $522m for expanded aeromedical services
The funding is set to increase frontline staffing and capacity over a decade.
Australia unveils $5.2m upskilling programme for dementia respite care
The government aims to train 5,200 workers under the DREAM projected by the end of the financial year 2026.
Australia establishes six Medicare UCCs in the Northern Territory
These facilities are part of the extra 29 clinics announced and funded through the 2024-25 budget.
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