Archive: 23/09/2014
Everyday activities focus of healthy ageing study
New research aimed at better understanding healthy ageing among older South Australians is due to begin next month thanks to a new partnership with an aged care services provider.
Sep 23, 2014
New measure provides more data on oxygen levels during sedation
The "area under the curve of oxygen desaturation" (AUCDesat) may provide a more sophisticated approach to monitoring blood oxygen levels during procedures using sedation, according to a study published in Anesthesia & Analgesia.
Sep 23, 2014
AWHONN recommends reducing overuse of labor induction
The Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) is calling upon healthcare providers and pregnant women to avoid induction of labor at any time during pregnancy unless it is medically necessary.
Sep 23, 2014
Clinical relationships key to treatment of alcohol abuse
New research from the University of Adelaide highlights the complex needs of people being treated for alcohol problems, in particular the value they place on long-term relationships with trusted healthcare professionals.
Sep 23, 2014
Lifestyle changes and new technology can ease elders' lives
If we embrace lifestyle changes and new technology, we improve our prospects of staying healthy in old age, getting good care and reducing our dependence on others. This is the message of a new report summarizing the conclusions ...
Sep 23, 2014