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09

Oct 2024

Water and light display marks the beginning of testing for the new helipad at Launceston General Hospital.

Published in News on October 09, 2024

Testing is underway for a new $16 million helipad at Launceston General Hospital (LGH) over the next week. This includes evaluations of the latest Deck Integrated Fire Fighting System (DIFFS) and simulations for helicopter landings and take-offs. The DIFFS system, which is designed to provide a quick and efficient response to any potential fire incidents on the helipad, was...

08

Oct 2024

A study indicates that harmful diagnostic errors could affect 1 in every 14 patients in general medical hospitals.

Published in General on October 08, 2024

Harmful diagnostic errors could be affecting up to 1 in every 14 hospital patients—specifically those receiving general medical care—according to findings from a single-center study in the US published online in the journal BMJ Quality & Safety. According to the researchers, most of these errors (85%) are likely preventable, highlighting the urgent need for n...

08

Oct 2024

Parkdale: Former Private Hospital to Be Converted into 45 Luxury Apartments

Published in News on October 08, 2024

A former private hospital located in the heart of Parkdale is set to be redeveloped into 45 luxury apartments. The site, situated at 152 Como Parade, was previously home to the 67-bed Como Private Hospital, which featured a day surgery unit, rehabilitation ward, and two operating theatres, covering an area of 4,771 square meters. In 2023, the property was purchased by bui...

07

Oct 2024

Main hospital in the region forced to constantly shuffle patients

Published in News on October 07, 2024

The Sunshine Coast University Hospital faced resource shortages nine times in the three months leading up to the end of June, according to Queensland Health performance data. The hospital hit Tier 3 capacity—indicating limited or exhausted resources—three times in April, twice in May, and four times in June. Under Queensland Health protocols, Tier 3 status means...

04

Oct 2024

Are Private Hospitals in Australia Facing a Financial Crisis and Risk of Closure?

Published in News on October 04, 2024

Economists and policy experts have raised concerns about the lack of transparency in private healthcare costs as the Department of Health prepares to release findings from its review of the sector’s financial viability. The review, which started in May, followed contract disputes between private hospitals and health insurers that could lead to higher out-of-pocket pati...

03

Oct 2024

IV fluid shortage prolongs hospital stays, with doctors saying they're 'in the dark'

Published in General on October 03, 2024

Health Minister Mark Butler has swiftly assembled a task force to address the shortages. Patients are staying longer in hospital care units after surgery due to a global shortage of IV fluids, forcing doctors to ration supplies. An internal email from a major Sydney hospital, obtained by the ABC, revealed that some patients received "little or no" IV fluid during s...

02

Oct 2024

Community Welcome to Discover the New Rouse Hill Hospital

Published in News on October 02, 2024

Residents of the Hills and nearby communities are invited to learn more about the design of the upcoming Rouse Hill Hospital at a series of information sessions starting this month. Planning for the new hospital is moving forward as part of the NSW Government's $700 million initiative to enhance healthcare services for the Hills and surrounding areas. These community...

01

Oct 2024

Contractor Selected for Construction of New Shellharbour Hospital

Published in News on October 01, 2024

Work on the new Shellharbour Hospital is moving forward, with the appointment of BESIX Watpac as the main contractor for the project. The contractor was selected through a competitive tender process and will oversee the construction of the hospital, part of a broader $780 million Shellharbour Hospital and Integrated Services initiative. Health Minister Ryan Park announced th...

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Sep 2024

Healthscope Pressures Major Insurers to Boost Its Profits

Published in News on September 30, 2024

Three of Australia’s largest health insurers have conceded and agreed to provide additional funding to private hospital operator Healthscope, marking a significant development in a growing dispute over rising healthcare costs. Medibank Private, NIB, and HCF have reportedly agreed to make out-of-cycle payments totalling "tens of millions of dollars" to Healths...

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Sep 2024

Victor Harbor Private Hospital to Shut Down, with Beds Moving to Public System

Published in News on September 27, 2024

The 18-bed Victor Harbor Private Hospital (VHPH) will officially close its doors on April 19, following financial and operational pressures, making it the latest regional community hospital in South Australia to shut down. VHPH board chairperson, Phil Goode, stated that it had become clear the hospital no longer had a sustainable future. Despite the difficult nature of the d...