A new study from the Australian Longitudinal Study of Women’s Health has reported that younger women were more likely to report high levels of stress and anxiety during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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NHMRC funding to support chronic disease prevention
Five HMRI affiliated researchers have been successful in attracting $7.74 million in competitive funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council. The funding was announced by Health Minister Greg Hunt MP on Wednesday May 20, 2020.
Major funding boost to explore the health impacts of recent bushfires
Researchers from the University of Newcastle, Hunter Medical Research Institute and Hunter New England Health have excelled in the latest round of National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) funding, attracting more than $860,000 to analyse the physiological and mental health effects of hazardous bushfire smoke.
Self-injecting pen for asthma drug gets PBS support
A new auto-injecting pen will allow patients with severe eosinophilic asthma patients to self-administer a drug known as Mepolizumab, with reimbursement under the PBS.
Largest bequest in Hunter history left to medical research and arts
The generosity of a proud Novocastrian has today been recognised by the two local organisations that will share a bequest worth more than $20 million, the largest of its kind in Hunter history.
Better dosing though finger prick technology
Finger prick technology will bring personalised cancer treatment to patients’ front door
Clinical trial rebounds in times of COVID-19
Professor Coralie English and team have adapted to COVID-19, and this current trial reflects that. She explains how the i-REBOUND trial is looking at providing expert support for exercise (moving more) and diet (eating well) after stroke.
Zoom workouts proving a big HIIT
Video conferencing isn’t just changing the way the world does business – platforms like Zoom can also revolutionise group fitness sessions to keep sporting teams and workforces fit and motivated while sidelined by COVID restrictions.
Could our vocal cords cause chronic cough?
Chronic cough is a common and very distressing symptom that affects one in 10 Australians. It refers to a cough that lasts for two months or more, and can seriously affect a person’s quality of life.
Could our vocal cords cause chronic cough?
Chronic cough is a common and very distressing symptom that affects one in 10 Australians. It refers to a cough that lasts for two months or more, and can seriously affect a person’s quality of life.
