Gene therapy 'success' revealed
Gene therapy has been used to correct an inherited blood disorder in what doctors say is a major step forward in treatment. bbc.co.uk |
Access to emergency doctors critical
The Australian Medical Association says patients who attend an emergency department at a regional hospital for treatment should always have access to a doctor. abc.net.au |
Hands-only CPR saves more lives in cardiac arrests
By CARLA K. JOHNSON 2010-10-06T01:19:01ZCHICAGO (AP) -- Hands-only CPR doesn't just eliminate the "yuck factor." A new study shows it can save more lives.... hosted.ap.org |
Doctor and Patient: The Doctor Is In (but Shouldn’t Be)
A doctor’s decision to keep working while sick may violate the core medical principle of “First, do no harm.” feeds.nytimes.com |
Union amps up industrial action in hospitals
The union representing hospital support workers says its members are planning to escalate their industrial action. abc.net.au |