Australia is using surgical solutions for social problems in its efforts to tackle escalating rates of rheumatic heart disease, (RHD)according to paediatric cardiologist Dr Bo [...]
In Australia, only the ACT and Queensland have laws covering the crime of industrial manslaughter, whilst Victoria is considering passing similar legislation. Queensland passed its [...]
Every jurisdiction in Australia has legislation that establishes the role and function of the Coroner and the Coroner’s court. Of particular relevance to healthcare professionals [...]
What drives nurses and midwives to turn whistleblower and report wrongdoing outside their organisation? What ramifications surface personally and professionally in the aftermath? Robert Fedele [...]
Democracy is linked with decreases in mortality caused by cardiovascular disease and road deaths, as well as increases in government health spending. The global study [...]
Why we enter into a profession of our choosing differs for everyone. My motivation to become a nurse was because of my mum. Not only [...]
2019: Celebrating nurse-led models of care The International Council of Nurses (ICN) is highlighting nurse-led initiatives that push the boundaries and showcase the abilities, skills [...]
Earlier this year, the World Health Organization (WHO) released its top 10 threats to global health in 2019 together with a new five-year strategic plan [...]
2019: Defenders of Women’s Rights Midwives often play a pivotal role in standing up and speaking out for the rights of women across a number [...]
