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HEAL network to tackle health impacts of climate change
Australians will be better protected against the health impacts of climate change, thanks to a new national research network…
Government gets F for housing during COVID-19
The Federal Government has failed in its housing policy response during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report card by…
'Magic Glasses' give hope for COVID safe schools
Experts say their educational cartoon that helps primary school children understand the importance…
Major cash boost for crucial ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃmedical research
Researchers from ºÚÁÏÌìÌà (ANU) have been awarded nearly $5 million in grants to carry out six…
Counting women in COVID-19 vaccine research
There has been a "positive shift" in inclusive gender practices in COVID-19 vaccine research, but there…
Empowering Indigenous communities in genomics
Internationally leading Aboriginal researcher and clinician Professor Alex Brown will lead a National Indigenous Genomics…
Optimal blood pressure helps our brains age slower
People with elevated blood pressure that falls within the normal recommended range are at…
Three tips for living with the "COVID Crankies"
Looking after our mental health during the pandemic requires self-compassion, writes Dr Jo Lane. When I ask people how they are…
New life-saving technique for shark attack victims
A simple new first-aid technique could help avoid fatalities from shark attacks, according to a new study by The…
First Nations adults at risk from severe illness after COVID
A majority, 59 per cent, of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults are at an elevated risk of developing severe…
Australia lockdown lows hit all time high
Almost two thirds of Australians believe that their life has gotten worse during the pandemic and more than half are feeling more…
ºÚÁÏÌìÌÃheroes to vaccinate and fight against disease
Researchers from ºÚÁÏÌìÌà (ANU) conquering viruses, cancer and malaria have been…
New mental health treatment withstands lockdown isolation
Experts say a new treatment option for young people with depression and loneliness is showing promising benefits, especially…
No evidence of airborne COVID transmission in public loos
Researchers have found "no evidence of airborne transmission of COVID-19 within public washrooms", in a new study led by The…
World-first study links long-term disabilities and TB
It's estimated that a quarter of the world's population is infected with tuberculosis (TB). Now these people are being…
Apple test tells us if we’re sweet or sourÂ
Could a few bad apple choices tell us if we're all rotten? Apparently so. A new…
Youth programs key to reducing family violence
Teaching young people how to identify healthy and respectful relationships helps mitigate experiences of…
Modelling highlights risk in national COVID plan
Australia's National Plan to relax COVID-19 restrictions puts too many lives at risk and could hamper thousands more Australians…
Clear signs of another bumper pollen season in Canberra
Extreme levels of pollen from cypress pine trees in the Canberra region this week are a clear sign allergy sufferers can expect a…
Innovative gel offers new hope to defeat Parkinson's disease
Researchers from ºÚÁÏÌìÌà (ANU), in collaboration with The Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental…
