Tag: Health
Mobi Technologies has unveiled a bundled home health kit designed to help adults on GLP-1 medications track routine wellness measurements through a single app. The Mobi GLP-1 Home Wellness …
Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Health has entered discussions with African-led social enterprise, Riders for Health, over a potential partnership aimed at improving ambulance services, emergency referral systems and supply-chain …
Smart wearable brand, Amazfit, is making a concerted push into the Australian market, armed with fresh credentials from one of trail running’s highest-profile events. Amazfit athlete, Ben Dhiman, won …
The majority of Australian women are wearing shoes that do not match their measured foot length, with many sizing up to compensate for footwear that fails to accommodate the …
Researchers at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research have identified a persistent molecular defect in the gut cells of people with inflammatory bowel disease that remains …
Abbott has received US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorisation for its Libre Duo 10 Day system, a wearable sensor that continuously monitors both glucose and ketone levels in …
Australian telehealth provider, Updoc, has confirmed that patient contact information may have been accessed by an unauthorised third party following a security incident affecting one of its external systems. …
The uptake of GLP-1 receptor agonists including semaglutide and tirzepatide is being framed as a growth channel for continuous glucose monitor manufacturers rather than a competitive threat, according to …
Learn how AI smart mattress sleep monitoring tracks heart rhythm, breathing, and movement for better rest. Explore DeRUCCI options today. How AI Smart Mattresses Monitor Sleep Health Waking up …
The number of Australians with private hospital cover has risen by 287,393 people over the course of 2025, according to data from the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority, pushing total …
Global smart wearable brand Amazfit has launched a dedicated Australian online store, marking a formal push into the local market with two products designed to appeal to fitness-conscious consumers …
Australian healthcare provider Partnered Health has confirmed that a malicious actor accessed its systems and stole personal information, including health records, from clinics across its national network. The company …
Patients across Australia, New Zealand and six other countries are open to artificial intelligence playing a role in their healthcare – but only if it comes with human oversight, …
Wearable health technology company WHOOP has appointed Dirk-Jan “DJ” van Hameren as its new Chief Marketing Officer, as the company’s global membership base surpasses three million. Van Hameren (pictured …
One week after the Share by Default reforms took effect, more health information is flowing into My Health Record and more Australians are using the system to stay informed …
Technology has changed almost every aspect of modern life, from the way we communicate and work to how we shop for everyday essentials. Over the past decade, Australians have …
Technology has a way of quietly reshaping entire fields before anyone officially announces it. That has certainly been true in autism care. Over the past decade, digital tools have …
Hair loss is one of those things people quietly stress about for months before doing anything. You notice it in the shower drain, in photos, in the harsh light …
Australian startup ThinkMD has taken out the US$200,000 grand prize at the inaugural Future Health Challenge, recognised for its mobile clinical decision-support tools that equip frontline health workers in …
Qualtrics has completed its acquisition of Press Ganey Forsta for US$6.75 billion, combining its Experience Management (XM) platform with Press Ganey Forsta’s healthcare experience and patient feedback systems, which …
There’s a growing recognition among working Australians that staying physically well is not a personal luxury. It’s a professional strategy. When your body is tight, sore, or running on …
Former corporate executive Penelope Barr is publishing a book that argues sleep should be treated as a workplace performance tool rather than a personal wellness afterthought. Win the Night …
Australian parents are relying more heavily on social media platforms and AI tools for health guidance as cost-of-living pressures and time constraints make accessing traditional healthcare more difficult. Research …
The Australian Dementia Network (ADNeT) is pushing for a large-scale pilot programme that would combine digital cognitive testing with blood tests to improve early detection of Alzheimer’s Disease across …
Recovery from addiction, injury, or long-term illness is no longer confined to a hospital bed and a course of medication. Across Australia, forward-thinking rehabilitation centres are embracing a far …
Australian online psychology provider, My Mirror, has released its annual Mental Health Review, drawing on de-identified data from thousands of sessions delivered nationally across 2025. The findings point to …
When I launched Adore Dental in 2023, I knew I was stepping into a crowded field. I was confident as a clinician but far less prepared for the operational …
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has supported new rules requiring social media platforms to stop children under 16 from opening accounts but warned that technical restrictions alone …
Australians are investing more time and money into their wellbeing, with the national wellness economy now valued at $196 billion. The sector has grown by 11 per cent in …
Qscan has rolled out Carpl.ai across its national network, marking one of the first large-scale, fully embedded Ai marketplace integrations in the Australian imaging sector. Ai Integrated Into Clinical …
Dementia has overtaken other conditions to become the leading cause of death in Australia, according to the latest update of the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare’s Dementia in …
Brisbane-based biotech company Vaxxas has secured around $90 million in equity and debt funding to scale up its high-density microarray patch (HD-MAP) vaccine delivery system and extend its financial …
Advance Care Planning Australia is urging Australians to speak openly about end-of-life choices as part of its annual Dying to Know Day campaign, which falls on Friday 8 August. …
Researchers at RMIT University have developed a wearable wound monitoring device that could change how clinicians manage chronic wounds and infections. The reusable prototype incorporates flexible sensors capable of …
Australia’s healthcare system is under mounting pressure. As the population ages and chronic and lifelong conditions become more prevalent, service providers are being asked to do more with fewer …
A new mobile tool from Dementia Australia is set to support health, aged care and disability workers in delivering better care for people living with dementia, as providers prepare …
Infosys has announced a new mental health initiative in collaboration with Mental Health Foundation Australia (MHFA), launching a self-help app called Supportive Mind for use across Australia and New …
A new Ai-based diagnostic support tool developed by Monash University and international partners has shown early promise in improving the detection and diagnosis of skin cancer and other skin …
Oclean has launched its W10 Water Flosser in Australia and New Zealand to support better oral hygiene and help prevent gingivitis through high-frequency water cleaning. The W10 Water Flosser …
Businesses across Australia and New Zealand are operating in an increasingly unpredictable environment. Global economic pressures, supply chain disruptions and shifting interest rates are reshaping market dynamics at pace. …
Dentzz Dental has announced it has treated over 100,000 patients worldwide since its establishment in 2006, a milestone reflecting the increasing popularity of dental tourism. Among this number, over …
Allianz has partnered with the Sydney Phobia Clinic to introduce a Virtual Reality (VR) therapy program aimed at helping individuals overcome psychological injuries following car accidents. This initiative marks …
Soprano Design, in collaboration with BT, has secured the Smarter Workflows Award at the Smarter Working Live Awards 2024 for its Patient Concierge solution. This award highlights the impact …
Oclean, a brand focused on oral care innovation, has launched the AirPump A10 Portable Water Flosser in Australia. Featuring patented AirPump technology, the device is now available at Shaver …
Cisco, alongside the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), has unveiled the Digital Well-being Hub in Australia. This initiative is positioned as the world’s first in-depth study to …
Monash University, in collaboration with The University of Melbourne and RMIT University, has released research pointing to a potential link between high-speed internet access and increased obesity rates in …
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne has performed a landmark microsurgical procedure using the Symani Robotic Surgical System, marking the first time this cutting-edge technology has been used in the Asia-Pacific …
Lenovo announced a partnership with Innovations in Dementia, at Lenovo Tech World, to introduce Alzheimer’s Intelligence. This project features a photorealistic 3D avatar designed to support individuals and families …
Jean Health, a provider of Ai-driven maternity and postpartum care solutions, has announced its expansion into Australia. The company’s digital healthcare platform, already successful in China, is set to …
A project developed by a team from Western Sydney University and Deakin University has been named one of five global finalists in the Longitude Prize on Dementia, securing a …
