Sleep deprivation harming Australia’s productivity
Australia is in the grip of a sleep deprivation epidemic that is dragging down the nation’s productivity, risking safety and damaging mental health, a new national sleep study has...
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Pancreatic cancer “Achilles’ heel” could lead to new treatment
A UNSW-led research team has discovered a possible “Achilles’ heel” for pancreatic tumours, providing a new target to test...
Blood biomarker discovery a breakthrough for MS sufferers
After 12 years of research, the first blood biomarker for multiple sclerosis (MS) has been discovered by an international...
Negative stereotypes hamper drug users’ recovery
Recovering drug addicts who believe they are the target of negative stereotyping find it harder to function within society,...
Dads not involved in childhood obesity programs
Failure to recognise the important role fathers play in influencing children’s physical activity and dietary habits.
Lifting medicine ad ban could mean health-care system savings
Ending a bar on advertising some ‘pharmacy-only’ medicines could encourage consumers with minor ailments to seek advice from pharmacists...
Cold-water immersion reduces player fatigue
Jumping into cold water after a match suppresses the onset of player fatigue, new study shows.
Study to assess how FIFO lifestyle affects health
A new study will assess how daily health behaviours and FIFO work roster patterns correspond with the wellbeing of...
Young people feel unsafe in residential care
Drastic changes needed to protect children in residential care from physical threats, sexual harm, bullying and harassment.
Nitrogen a key driver for gut health
Scientists come one step closer to understanding the link between different diet strategies and gut health.