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Study finds fish oil does little for mum and bub

New study contradicts existing recommendations on the benefits of fish oil capsules. There is no evidence that taking fish oil capsules during pregnancy can help reduce the risk of post-natal depression, contrary to international recommendations. So found a University of ...

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Forewarned is forearmed

If used properly, early warning systems have proved successful in helping nurses respond to deteriorating patients. Outcomes for patients are often dependent on nurses’ ability to identify and respond to signs of increasing illness and initiate medical intervention. In an ...

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The hidden epidemic

Professional understanding of dementia within indigenous populations is still in its infancy. Linda Belardi examines the current evidence. The early identification of dementia in indigenous populations is an emerging public health concern with studies revealing a prevalence rate nearly five ...

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A new era begins

Rebates have been set for nurse practitioners and midwives. By Annie May The first day in November will be remembered as a big step for nurses – the day when Medicare starts offering rebates for services provided by nurse practitioners ...

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Real reform requires realistic staffing

Proper health reform can’t be achieved while many issues remain unresolved, says NSW nursing union. The national health reform process cannot proceed with financial certainty in NSW while the issue of mandated minimum nurse-to-patient ratios remains unsettled, says the state’s ...

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NSW first to move on health reforms

Eighteen networks are set to replace eight existing area health services in NSW. The NSW government has moved to implement the commonwealth’s health reforms by introducing a bill into Parliament to establish its new local hospital networks. State Health Minister ...

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