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What is RSV?
RSV is a contagious virus that leads to infections of the respiratory tract and lungs. Worldwide, the virus is accountable for over 100,000 deaths and 3.6 million hospitalisation of children annually. Find out more about this virus
What is polytrauma and why it needs to be recognised as a disease
Trauma surgeon and researcher, Professor Zsolt Balogh wants polytrauma recognised as a disease by the World Health Organization. Learn more about what polytrauma is and why it needs this recognition.
Surgical researchers receive $350K boost from Ramsay Hospital Research Foundation
A research trial set to revolutionise clinical decisions by surgical teams and potentially contribute to significant cost savings and environmental benefits to the health system has now been awarded a major funding boost.
Evidence for community-based breastfeeding support
HMRI and University of Newcastle Mothers and Babies researchers have just completed a breastfeeding study to determine the impact of lactation support.
A glow of hope for kidney transplant recipients
Each year, around 800 Australians undergo a kidney transplant operation and while a kidney transplant is a new lease on life for those who receive one, the risk of infection remains a major problem for patients due to the side effects of lifelong immunosuppressants needed to prevent organ rejection.
A tireless advocate for organ donation
Jenny Groth has dealt with a lot of pain, having survived a near-fatal hit-and-run in 2005. Nonetheless, she says that kidney dialysis was the thing that nearly broke her.
City of Newcastle honours research legacy of Distinguished Laureate Professor Roger Smith
An internationally recognised researcher who has advanced our understanding of human birth has been named the 19th Freeman of the City of Newcastle.
HMRI Joins the NSW Government Initiative to Reduce Animal Testing
The Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI), Australiaโs largest regional medical research facility, is proud to take part in the NSW governmentโs newly established Non-Animal Technologies Network (NAT-Net), in efforts to reduce and eliminate animal testing.
What actually causes pain?
Pain is something everyone experiences at some point, from the sharp pain of a kicked toe to the dull ache of a sore muscle. But did you know that there are four discrete causes of pain?
