Nursing Review The latest in heathcare news for nurses

Scientists at UNSW Sydney have made a breakthrough discovery that could better protect older people from gastroenteritis, an illness causing vomiting and diarrhoea. The study examined over 300,000 patient samples, identifying the bacterium Aeromonas as the second most prevalent pathogen associated with bacterial gastroenteritis. ...

According to Monash University 2021, ‘Vicarious trauma’ (VT) describes the cumulative effects of exposure to information about traumatic events and experiences, potentially leading to distress, dissatisfaction, hopelessness and serious mental and physical health problems.  VT can directly impact a person’s ...

Women from disadvantaged backgrounds in rural Australia are facing significant barriers to accessing quality maternity care, new research shows. A recent study from Victoria's La Trobe University found women living in remote areas are to be at a far higher ...

The University of Adelaide has incorporated a new medical record system into practical exams for fifth-year students.  The move aims to provide a more authentic learning experience and better prepare students for real-world clinical practice.  Professor Adam Montagu, Director of ...

Australia will hold a first-ever public consultation exclusively for the LGBTIQA+ community to identify the greatest disparities affecting access to healthcare. Last Friday, a newly established expert advisory group for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer/questioning, ...

A leading academic in domestic violence prevention has underscored the influence of stigma towards abuse among people seeking healthcare support. In Australia, nearly eight women and two men are hospitalised daily due to spousal or partner assault. Chair in Family Violence ...

A recent study has revealed a potential link between Covid-19 and neurological symptoms, such as brain fog, raising concerns about the long-term health implications. Research conducted by scientists at Macquarie University uncovered that the SARS-CoV-2 virus could fuse brain cells ...

Hundreds of nurses and midwives from two prominent private hospitals in Sydney have voted against a new enterprise agreement. Over the past six months, the NSW Nurses and Midwives' Association (NSWNMA) pleaded with St Vincent's Health (SVHA) to address the ...

Peta Marks, a renowned mental health nurse, has dedicated over 20 years to improving the quality of care for people living with eating disorders.  Peta specialises in psychological therapy for people with Anorexia Nervosa (AN), a mental illness characterised by ...

In the face of climate change-induced health challenges, nurses could emerge as vital healthcare providers by drawing from their unique perspective and experiences. Global warming is one of the greatest challenges of our time, with projections indicating it could lead ...