24/7 telestroke … on its way
The WA government has committed $9.7 million as part of the WA Recovery Plan to deliver a 24/7 statewide telestroke service.... Read More...
News & Reports
In the news: October 2020
In the news October 2020: Major private cancer centre developments; UWA’s DREAM trial; Short-stay models of care; intravenous iron therapy; WA opioid deaths; Mesothelioma case rates; susceptibility to cirrhosis among high-risk drinkers.... Read More...
Virtual reality for spinal rehab
Virtual reality is being put to the test by people with spinal cord injuries as part of a project by researchers at Curtin University’s School of Occupational Therapy, Social Work, and Speech Pathology.... Read More...
In brief: September 2020
In brief: Medical Forum's monthly round up of people in Western Australia making health care headlines.... Read More...
Breathing easier
For long-time respiratory clinician-researcher Professor Steve Stick, the opening of the Wal-yan Warlang-up Respiratory Research Centre in August last month was the culmination of 30 years’ hard work by a phalanx of doctors determine to see WA become a world leader in respiratory research.... Read More...
In the news: September 2020
PPE shortages for clinicans; HealthEngine to pay millions in penalties; rollout of eScripts paused; plan for WA specific electronic health records; and much more in the September edition of Medical Forum's In The News.... Read More...
Vale Dr Harry Nespolon
Last month, RACGP President Dr Harry Nespolon passed away, aged 57, following a battle with pancreatic cancer. In his tenure he earned the respect of all who worked with him. Here is what they have said about Harry.... Read More...
Preterm birthrate lowers
Early intervention is keeping pregnant women healthier and their unborn babies better protected.... Read More...