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Innovative diabetes research grants will prioritise lived experiences and improve lives

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Innovative research projects that leverage AI technology, reduce diabetes complications, and seek to preserve and restore beta cell function are set for a $2 million investment in 2026 through the Diabetes Australia Research Trust.   This funding will support 19 cutting edge projects across fundamental, clinical, health systems and public health research, as part of … Continued

Amazon #1 health book argues ageing is more modifiable than we think

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Key Facts: • Dr Hosen Kiat is a Professor of Cardiology at Macquarie University  • His book Wisdom from Two Worlds reached #1 across multiple Amazon health categories within 36 hours • He has treated more than 100,000 patients over four decades  • The book promotes the PRIME framework for long-term health  • Focuses on lifestyle … Continued

Exa Capital Acquires StaffReady

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DALLAS–BUSINESS WIRE– Exa Capital, a strategic long-term operator that buys and holds enterprise software companies forever, is proud to announce the acquisition of StaffReady, a leading SaaS platform for clinical workforce management in healthcare. Founded in 1995 and cloud-native since 2002, StaffReady delivers a mission-critical platform purpose-built for managing clinical workforces across multiple healthcare industries. … Continued

Butterfly on the move: social media reveals rapid spread of invasive species into Australia

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A fast-moving butterfly is helping scientists prove that Facebook and Flickr aren’t just for holiday snaps, they could be key allies in tracking invasive species and monitoring biodiversity shifts in real time. In a new study published in Conservation Biology, an international team of researchers led by Monash University School of Biological Sciences have shown that … Continued

$10.8 million gift establishes new research chair at UNSW

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17 February 2026  $10.8 million gift establishes new research chair at UNSW UNSW Sydney has received a unique $10.8 million philanthropic commitment from the Sarks Macular Degeneration Research Foundation to establish the Shirley and John Sarks Chair in Age-related Macular Degeneration, strengthening Australia’s capacity to address age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other blinding eye diseases. … Continued

Mine safety champions take on black lung

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Key Facts: WHEN: Tuesday, 17 February to Thursday, 19 February WHERE: Novotel Twin Waters Resort, Twin Waters QLD WHO: See agenda Internationally recognised dust disease experts are gathering on the Sunshine Coast this week for the Mining and Energy Union’s Global Dust Conference, marking ten years since black lung reemerged in the Queensland Coalfields. Worker … Continued

Galderma Announces Appointment of New Chief Financial Officer

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Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR ZUG, Switzerland–BUSINESS WIRE– Galderma Group AG (SIX:GALD), the pure-play dermatology category leader, today announced the appointment of Luigi La Corte as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective May 1, 2026. Luigi La Corte will join Galderma on April 1 to begin a smooth and orderly transition with Thomas … Continued

Last chance to join us for the Canberra Memory Walk & Jog!

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With only a few sleeps to go, walkers, joggers, runners and volunteers are getting ready for the 2026 Canberra Memory Walk & Jog.    More than 1,150 people have already signed-up – but there’s always room for more. Online registrations are still open, and participants are welcome to turn up and register on the day. … Continued

APNA launches new Find a Nurse feature to connect nurses with opportunity, and connect Australia with nursing expertise

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The Australian Primary Health Care Nurses Association (APNA) has today announced the release of Find a Nurse, a major new feature within its free professional development app, Florence. The new capability makes it easier than ever for nurses to be recognised for their expertise, and for employers, researchers and project teams to connect with the right nurses for the right work.  … Continued

Community led Aboriginal health practitioner training begins

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The Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance Northern Territory (AMSANT) and Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation are celebrating a major milestone for the Big Rivers Region, with the first cohort of trainee Aboriginal health practitioners commencing training through Dijan Training. Ten trainees from across the region have enrolled in the Cert IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait … Continued