First-ever Chief Remote Area Nurse (RAN) appointed
The Congress of Remote Area Nurses of Australia (CRANAplus) has appointed its first Chief Remote Area Nurse (RAN) – a landmark move aimed at strengthening the voice and visibility of the specialty nationwide. Distinguished nursing leader and educator Heather Keighley will step into the newly established senior leadership role, spearheading national advocacy efforts, shaping evidence-based […]
Sleep apnea incidence and severity to double with climate change
Sleep apnea will become more common and severe due to global warming, leading to increased health and economic burdens across the world, warn Australian scientists. Rising temperatures increase the severity of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and under the most likely climate change scenarios, the societal burden of OSA is expected to double in most countries […]