Archived News for OHS Sector Professionals - July, 2017
The AMA is sceptical about the rise of online doctors and health services.
No timeline for NT PFAS checks
The Prime Minister has defended delays in rolling out important blood tests for the Northern Territory.
ANU opening sexual assault office
Australian National University (ANU) students will soon have access to a full-time on-campus sexual assault counsellor.
Body camera use broadens in QLD
Queensland prison officers are being issued with body cameras to reduce the rate of assault and collect better evidence.
Broad overuse of antibiotics revealed
Australian GPs are prescribing between four and nine times as many antibiotics for certain infections as they should.
Concerns raised on Aldi taps
Taps sold at supermarket chain Aldi could contaminate drinking water with lead at up 15 times the maximum allowable level.
Food bikes highlighted for training
Experts have warned that the growing amount of food delivery cyclists and riders require better safety education.
Hospitals test better rosters
Two Victorian hospitals are trialling a new “body clock” rostering system.
Knowledge needed on topical antibiotics
North Queensland researchers have investigated the effectiveness of topical antibiotics, and want to know more about the adverse effects.
Baby 'nano-scare' criticised
Experts have slammed media reports on the presence of nanoparticles in baby formulas.
Implant case gets underway
More than 700 women have launched a class action against healthcare giant Johnson & Johnson over damage ...
Long term concussion study launched
Queensland scientists have launched a large-scale study of brain changes following a concussion.
States respond to UK blaze
London’s tragic Grenfell Tower fire has prompted regional building reviews across Australia.
Ex-TEPCO heads face court
Three former TEPCO executives are facing trial over their roles in the Fukushima disaster.
SunSmart success measured
The SunSmart program has prevented over 43,000 cases of skin cancer between 1988-2010 and saved $92 million in Victoria alone.