Author: Natalie Dragon

More affordable contraceptive, endometriosis and IVF treatment welcomed

New PBS listings have been welcomed as a major step forward in providing much-needed financial relief for women living with endometriosis, as well as those undergoing fertility treatments and using contraceptive methods. Thousands of women are expected to benefit from cheaper contraceptive and fertility treatment with the federal government announcing further commitment to women’s health […]

Regular eye tests could help identify risk of dementia

Regular vision tests may help predict the risk of developing dementia with research showing a link between deterioration in vision and cognitive decline. Dementia rates are rapidly increasing in Australia and globally, with vision problems contributing to an estimated 4.7% of the burden. The research, conducted by Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA), highlights the importance of […]

Reducing the systemic use of restraints in aged care

Nurse practitioners with aged care expertise and specialist mental health nurses may help reduce the systemic use of restraints in residential aged care. Systemic issues within residential aged care are enabling the use of restraints, despite the practice being illegal in any other age group, highlights CQUniversity research. “Older people appear to have less rights […]

Physical activity could help combat shift worker fatigue, finds research

Physical activity has been proposed as a novel way for shift workers to adapt to changing rosters and be more alert at work. Strategic timing for exercise, light exposure, and sleep, may help with performance, mood and emotional regulation for shift workers, according to Central Queensland University (CQU) sleep research institute researchers. Previous research has targeted […]

From graduate nurse to CEO: the drive to make a difference 

Adeney Private Hospital in Kew, Melbourne offering no out-of-pocket costs for eligible patients insured with participating health funds opened its doors this week. At the helm CEO and registered nurse Louise O’Connor, talks to the ANMJ. “I said to the ANUMs and the nurse managers, ‘you need to just stop and appreciate what you’re doing […]

Nurse CEO leads first private hospital with no out-of-pocket costs 

Australia’s only private hospital offering no out-of-pocket costs to eligible patients insured with participating health funds officially opened its doors this week. Groundbreaking agreements with Medibank and other funds mean that eligible members will not be charged out-of-pocket costs during their hospital stay at the new Adeney Private Hospital in Kew, Melbourne. Out-of-pocket costs for […]

Advertising blitz to boost primary healthcare workforce welcomed  

The ANMF has welcomed the first ever Australian government advertising campaign to showcase the diverse and rewarding careers available in primary healthcare which launched today. The new national campaign will be delivered via television, social media, digital video and ‘out-of-home’ ads like billboards around TAFEs, universities and hospitals. The campaign highlights promotes nursing, midwifery and […]

Detecting hidden concussion in intimate partner violence

For the first time, researchers have used blood tests to identify concussion caused by intimate partner violence (IPV) in patients, including some who also experienced non-fatal strangulation. It is hoped the findings may help inform clinical care and management by health professionals of patients who present with IPV in future. The Monash University-led study in […]

Heat linked to increased suicide risk for men    

As temperatures rise this summer, so does the risk of suicide for older Australian men, research shows.  Around 0.5%, or approximately 260 suicide deaths in Australia over a two-decade period correlated with unusually higher temperatures caused by climate change, according to new Curtin University researchers.  The increased risk was observed among men aged 55 and […]