Tag: HealthTech
Independent modelling from the consultancy, Avant Group, has found that Quantum Australia’s national programs generated more than $83 million in economic value as a net present value over five …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Open-ear headphone maker Shokz is discounting its range by up to 36 per cent on Amazon Australia as part of the Prime Day sale, which runs from July 7 …
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 …
Appliance manufacturer Midea has released an ultra-large capacity dehumidifier aimed at Australian households dealing with excess moisture, condensation and mould during the colder months. The Midea Ultra-Large Capacity Dehumidifier …
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 oral and personal care company Hismile has paid $138,600 in penalties after the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission issued it with seven infringement notices for alleged false and …
Australian medtech companies looking to move from early-stage innovation into commercial manufacturing have a new avenue for financial support, with ARM Hub pointing eligible businesses toward matched funding opportunities …
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 …
St Vincent’s Hospital in Melbourne has completed 100 microsurgical procedures using the Symani Robotic Surgical System, a platform developed by surgical robotics company Medical Micro Instruments (MMI) and supplied …
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 …
In Australia, more than 575,000 people are blind or vision impaired, with 66,000 people of that number living with blindness. Yet despite the scale of need, there is still …
Spotify is moving into fitness as a new content category, introducing guided workout experiences that sit alongside its existing music, podcast, audiobook and video offerings. The expansion includes a …
Murata Manufacturing has begun mass production of two new anisotropic magnetoresistance (AMR) sensors designed for healthcare, wearable and IoT devices, targeting the growing demand for longer battery life in …
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 …
Getting a tattoo removed isn’t as simple as erasing a mistake with a rubber. The process involves multiple sessions, and the timeline can vary dramatically from person to person. …
That dreaded moment has arrived. You wake up with a pounding headache, a churning stomach, or a fever that makes getting out of bed feel impossible. Your first thought …
Hearing Australia has become the first hearing provider globally to deploy a new hearing aid fitting prescription developed by the National Acoustic Laboratories (NAL), marking a shift in how …
A growing number of companies are using printed electronics to build thin, flexible medical devices capable of monitoring heart rate, glucose levels, temperature and other biometrics, according to research …
The nation’s new Aged Care Act 2024 is forcing the aged care industry to adapt. Tougher requirements around workforce capability and the protection of older people’s rights mean providers …
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 …
I watched a facilities manager wheel a brand-new massage chair into a Sydney co-working space. Within a week, it sat unused; it was too loud for the quiet room, …
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 …
Parents cannot be everywhere at once. That is why a nursery monitor is so helpful. It allows parents to see or hear their baby even when they are in …
Running a business is often a game of managing invisible variables. You notice when the internet goes down or when the milk runs out but what about the quality …
The latest generation of robotic-assisted surgical systems from Intuitive, the da Vinci 5, has been officially added to the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), opening the door for …
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 …
CES Keynote Lays Out Path To Yotta-Scale Computing And Local Ai For PCs AMD has used its CES 2026 keynote to outline an ambitious plan to scale Ai infrastructure …
Route 92 Medical’s FreeClimb system has been added to the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods, opening access to a neurovascular intervention platform that until now had been limited to …
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 …
Monash University researchers have adapted a consumer-focused Ai tool normally used to predict buyer behaviour to identify potential safety signals and repurposing opportunities for medicines. The tool, Magnum Opus, …
University of Sydney Professor, Edward Holmes, has been awarded the 2025 GSK Award for Research Excellence for his work in infectious disease detection using metatranscriptomics and Ai. The accolade …
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 …
Nvidia has released its Jetson AGX Thor developer kit and production modules, positioning the hardware as a foundation for the next phase of robotics powered by physical Ai. Jetson …
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 …
Trend Micro has unveiled a cybersecurity model based on digital twin technology, designed to simulate cyber threats and help enterprises test and adapt defences in real time without disrupting …
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 …
A team at UNSW Sydney is developing a multilingual Ai chatbot designed to assist emergency department staff in assessing patients who speak languages other than English, with the goal …
Oclean has launched a series of End of Financial Year (EOFY) offers across its range of smart sonic toothbrushes and water flossers, with discounts reaching up to 50 per …
An international call for proposals has opened under the theme “Go Healthy with Taiwan”, inviting Australian organisations and institutions to put forward collaborative healthcare solutions that incorporate Taiwanese technology …
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 …
There’s no denying that healthcare in Australia is currently going through a tricky period, with the care of healthcare professionals and patients both coming under scrutiny. With the Federal …
Expanding Access To Medical Physics And Radiation Detection Device Technologies has acquired DTect Innovation, a provider of medical physics and radiation detection solutions, as part of its strategy to …
Pharmx Expands To 99 Per Cent Of Pharmacies Across Australia And New Zealand Pharmx Technologies has confirmed a strategic partnership with Toniq, a provider of pharmacy point-of-sale and dispensary …
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 …
Researchers from Charles Darwin University (CDU), United International University, and Australian Catholic University (ACU) have developed an Ai model capable of diagnosing lung diseases by analysing ultrasound videos. The …
King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Riyadh has achieved a medical breakthrough by performing the world’s first robotic-assisted implantation of an artificial heart pump, the HeartMate …
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 …
Zetaris has introduced its Ai Clinical Assistant, designed to revolutionise healthcare by automating patient data use to enable faster and more accurate diagnoses and treatments. “This solution connects healthcare …
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 …
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 …
Oral healthcare specialist Oclean has launched its Ai-powered X Ultra S Smart Sonic Electric Toothbrush in Australia, partnering with DSTech and Shaver Shop to bring this innovative product to …
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 …
Lenovo has revealed its latest Ai-powered offerings at Tech World 2024, focusing on responsible Ai capabilities that aim to speed up Ai adoption across industries. The event, held in …
Dr Vivek Eranki, CEO of Cosmetique, an Australian brand of cosmetic, beauty and injectable clinics, has warned of potential risks associated with vaping, especially for those undergoing aesthetic treatments …
RMIT has developed a thermal-imaging tool, for screening chronic wounds, that could help nurses identify hard-to-heal sores during first assessments in patients’ homes. Almost half a million Australians live …
