Food and Nutrition

University of Newcastle researcher Conjoint Associate Professor Fiona Day from HMRI’s Cancer Detection and Therapy research program wants Australians to know about the other kinds of skin cancers. 
Australia’s hot conditions, already famous for its extremes, is only set to intensify with climate change. Recognising the potential implications for reproductive health, researchers are investigating how heat stress impacts
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.
University of Newcastle and HMRI infectious disease researchers asked 52 people to swab themselves weekly for one year. Here's what they found out.
HMRI is delighted to partner with Northern NSW Football (NNSWF) for the 2025 HMRI Charity Shield, to be played at Jack McLaughan Oval in February, with all gate proceeds donated
Science and learning toys are more than just fun, they’re a powerful way to help kids learn and grow. Dr Caitlin Romanis from HMRI's Cancer Detection and Therapy's Research program,
A new weight loss drug has been approved for use in chronic weight management,  but is it the same as Ozempic and Wegovy? University of Newcastle and HMRI  Immune Health
Whooping cough cases surged across Australia in 2024 surpassing 40,000 cases for the first time on record. According to Professor Nathan Bartlett from the University of Newcastle and HMRI’s Infection
Dedication, innovation, and contributions of researchers, staff, and partners, all working to take healthy further, was celebrated at the 2024 HMRI Awards Night, recognising the Hunter's top medical researchers.
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a growing global crisis that occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites become resistant to antimicrobial agents, rendering treatments ineffective. Here is what you need to

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