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Banking & Finance | Healthcare
Debunking the myths around private health insurance
The Australian Labor Party recently announced a policy commitment to imposing a 2% cap on private health insurance (PHI) premiums, for at least two years pending a productivity Commission review. The proposal was designed to increase affordability within the sector, as flat income rates fail to keep up with premiums rising above CPI. As expected,…
24 Apr 2018, by Informa InsightsHealthcare | Technology
Why we need greater collaboration between the health and tech sectors
Technology is a major player in today’s business landscape. Improved processes, seamless deliverables, and enhanced client experiences. Much of the reason industries can no longer go it alone. The key? Collaboration. With the national population approaching 25 million people, the public health sector is one of Australia’s most expended customer-based industries. Accounting for 8.5…
23 Apr 2018, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Using non-thermal ultrasound procedures to treat Alzheimer’s disease
Neurological disorders such as dementia and its major form, Alzheimer’s disease, are an ongoing and increasing challenge for our ageing population. Sadly, the disorders remain incurable as there are limitations in existing treatments such as drugs and surgical therapies, due to their difficulty in accessing the brain. But thanks to the pioneering work of Professor…
19 Apr 2018, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Using NDIS funding to create a big life
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) entitles 20,000 people living with disability in Australia to a portion of more than $1 billion funding. Applications are subject to a complex and strict review process, but can entitle people with significant, permanent disability to generous (often five figure) sums. This funding helps them get the appropriate inventions…
18 Apr 2018, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
What does a person with dementia look like?
Dementia is a pervasive collection of symptoms, including memory loss, confusion, personality change, multi-sensory challenges, and apathy, caused by a number of disorders affecting the brain. These symptoms can make it very challenging for people living with dementia to carry out everyday tasks. But as renowned dementia advocate John Quinn describes, it is often the…
10 Apr 2018, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Private Health Insurance – Paying for Value for Health Fund Members
Much debate has taken place since News Corp’s publication of the AMA’s list of fees - in health insurance. See AMA’s Private Insurance Report card for more details. At Informa Insights, we did some research on what industry leaders have commented on this year’s controversial report. National Seniors Chief Advocate Ian Henschke says in…
5 Apr 2018, by Informa InsightsHealthcare | Technology
The development of robotics and AI in the health sector
The evolution of robotics has solidified an AI-enhanced future. See how it is already revolutionising the health and medical industry. The future of surgery promotes a remarkable partnership between humans and machines. A collaboration seeing the impossible possible, transforming the medical world as we know it. Precision, efficiency, affordability, recovery – just the tip of…
20 Mar 2018, by Informa InsightsHealthcare
Younger Onset Dementia | Caroline Grogan, Centacare
Carers play a pivotal role in supporting people living with dementia and yet they often don’t receive enough support for what can be a very challenging responsibility. This week, we hear from Caroline Grogan about what support community services can offer and their Younger Onset Dementia Program. What is your current role and what does…
12 Mar 2018, by Francesca BrewerHealthcare | Technology
Innovate Health Speaker Spotlight: Bronwyn Le Grice, ANDHealth
We’re so delighted to welcome ANDHealth on board as a supporting partner of INNOVATE HEALTH this year! Like us, this awesome team is committed to connecting the digital health ecosystem in Australia and promoting innovation across the industry. This week, we spoke to ANDHealth’s powerhouse female founder & MD, Bronwyn Le Grice about ANDHealth’s purpose,…
9 Mar 2018, by Francesca BrewerHealthcare
The Pre-Conference Workshop at the Health Insurance Summit
The pre-conference workshop at the 17th Annual Health Insurance Summit will focus on Risk Culture, and will be held on the 30th of May 2018 from 2:00-5:00PM. We are delighted to have Natasha Hall, Managing Director at Hall Advisory and Elizabeth Sheedy, Associate Professor, Macquarie University Applied Finance Centre co-present this years workshop. Natasha Hall will be assessing Risk Culture in the…
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