Researchers have revealed disadvantaged status drives higher smoking among Indigenous pregnant women in Australia, New Zealand, the USA & Canada.
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Innovative Cystic Fibrosis research to be explored
Innovative Cystic Fibrosis research to be explored
Diabetes prevention for new mums
A new research project is aiming to reduce the long term risks of developing type 2 diabetes for mothers who have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes.
Box jellyfish stings warrant an icy reception
New study from venom expert Professor Geoff Isbister shows not all marine stings are created equal.
Halving prostate cancer treatment time
A clinical trial has shown that radiation therapy for prostate cancer can safely be compressed from eight weeks of daily treatment to four, with the same cure rate.
SMSs combat mental health risks for dads
A world-first, free Smartphone program dedicated to improving new dads’ mental health has been developed at the University of Newcastle.
Gut feel for better asthma control
Fibre supplements create a healthy gut microbiota and in turn reduce airway inflammation in asthmatics, a new HMRI study has shown.
Asthma study better for mums and bubs
An HMRI VIVA study could effectively slash the rates of asthma in children of asthmatic mothers.
Study strikes a nerve with spread of cancer
Researchers have found parallels between tissue regeneration, nerve growth and tumour development, confirming that the nervous system is actively involved in triggering cancer.
Brain cancer treatment extending survival
A global trial involving Hunter researcher Dr Mike Fay has solved a treatment dilemma for older patients with a glioblastoma brain tumour, extending survival.
