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Research Centre wins funding for clinical collaboration 8/23/2007

CSIRO scientists at the e-Health Research Centre will work with their counterparts in Europe and the USA to develop technologies to support effective communication in clinical teams. ...

Report highlights cancer diagnosis, mortality across NSW 8/21/2007

Men in regional NSW have a higher than average chance of being diagnosed with largely preventable cancers, including those of the head, neck, lung and oesophagus, and in some areas ...

Institute of Obesity, Nutrition and Exercise launched 8/21/2007

The University has announced the formation of a new high level research centre, which will tackle the obesity epidemic with an unprecedented expert collaborative group based in Sydney. ...

Clever Networks funding for health care in remote QLD 8/14/2007

The Minister for Communications, Information Technology and Arts, Senator the Hon Helen Coonan has announced funding of $5 million to provide high-capacity broadband services to ...

New education and training for better mental health care 8/14/2007

New education and training packages launched recently by the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Health and Ageing, Senator Brett Mason, will help GPs and other health ...

Is inexorable cancer growth driven by most tumour cells ? 8/9/2007

Research in recent years has suggested that the relentless growth of many cancers is sustained by a rare population of cells termed “cancer stem cells.”

Nanocomposite can be used to destroy cancerous tumours 8/9/2007

Iron/iron oxide nanocomposite particles could be used to heat tumours and destroy them say scientists in the US.

$2 mln boost for Tamworth region mental health services 8/2/2007

Mental health services will increase in the Tamworth region, following a $2 million boost in funding from the Australian Government, the Parliamentary Secretary for Health and Ageing, ...

Cancer Council lauds preventative healthcare commitment 7/31/2007

The Cancer Council Australia has welcomed the Federal Opposition's plan for a new national preventative healthcare strategy aimed at reducing the impact of chronic disease in Australia. ...

New predictive tool created specifically for heart failure 7/31/2007

Melbourne based biotechnology company HD Medical Group Limited is moving rapidly towards international application of its world first, non-invasive heart failure prediction device, ...

Discovery of mechanism for killing cells that are stressed 7/19/2007

One of the essential functions of cells is the manufacture of proteins, which are important in determining the structure, function and regulation of the body’s tissues and organs.

Psychological needs of prostate cancer patients overlooked 7/17/2007

Men with prostate cancer feel that they are not getting enough support to address their sexual and psychological needs after diagnosis or treatment, according to a new study by The ...

Obese Australian operated in India for lap band surgery 7/3/2007

India continues to draw American patients for affordable obesity surgery. Recently a patient Abigail from Sydney underwent a lap band by Forerunners Healthcare Consultants.

Monash University scientists unveil immune system working 6/26/2007

Monash and Melbourne University scientists have helped unlock a 15-year mystery and advanced understanding of how the human immune system fights disease.

Pioneering biochemistry prof explores ageing of the body 6/21/2007

An internationally renowned biochemist has revealed new research to a Monash University audience that shows severe emotional stress can lead to premature ageing of the human body.

Vic: New extra funds enhance care for older and disabled 6/19/2007

The value of volunteers in community organisations across Victoria has been recognised, with additional funding of $508,000 being provided by the Australian Government and Victorian ...

Ethical guidelines released on organ and tissue donation 6/14/2007

The National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) has publicly released the National Ethical Guidelines on Organ and Tissue Donation.

Australians spent 24.3 mln days in hospital last year -report 6/7/2007

Hospital admissions are up again according to a report released by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).

Groundbreaking new technology for cardiac illness diagnosis 6/7/2007

Cardiovascular disease is a major international health problem, which accounts for 38% of all deaths worldwide.

Aust scientists identify core enzyme inside 85% of cancers 5/24/2007

Research into cancer, anticancer treatments, and ageing has been advanced through the identification of the composition of human telomerase - an enzyme integral to 85% of all cancers. ...

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