COVID-19 pandemic fallout worse for women
COVID-19 pandemic fallout worse for women: Researchers from The University of Queensland have found the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia has…
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Breakthrough discovery in engineered immune cells
Melbourne researchers have successfully engineered human immune cells to model an infection common among immunocompromised children in a breakthrough discovery,…
World-first preventative DNA screening for cancer and heart disease risk
World-first preventative DNA screening for cancer and heart disease risk: Young Australians can now access a free DNA saliva test…
Cost now biggest turn-off to smoking
Cost now biggest turn-off to smoking: Rising cigarette prices have overtaken health concerns as the biggest motivator for people to…
Maternal mental health impacted by pandemic
Maternal mental health and well-being profoundly impacted by COVID-19 pandemic: Maternal well-being has been profoundly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic,…
Gene C18ORF25 promotes muscle strength during exercise
Researchers have identified a gene, namely C18ORF25, that promotes muscle strength when switched on by physical activity, unlocking the potential…
World-first spray coating shields surfaces from viruses and bacteria
A first-of-its-kind sprayable coating that can prevent the surface spread of infection from bacteria and viruses – including COVID-19 –…
What to do in a bushfire
Advice you may need one day from DFES Western Australia. How fireproof is your plan? https://youtu.be/xaOCRdnWAwQ
New scientific approach to therapy
New scientific approach drives people to take control of therapy sessions: A new universal approach to mental health issues has…
Deadly silica dust in the workplace
As many as 10,000 Australians are predicted to develop lung cancer in their lifetime from being exposed to silica dust,…