HMRI’s world-first Asthma in Pregnancy Toolkit is making a significant impact on the next generation, empowering pregnant women to take control of their health and that of their babies
Category: Research
Researchers launch digital innovation to “eclipse” the rising tide of mental health and substance use problems
Much like the rest of the world, Australia is facing a mental health care crisis. To combat this growing problem, the University of Newcastle, and the Hunter Medical Research (HMRI) Institute has launched an initiative to help Australia ‘eclipse’ this rising tide with a real time response.
Possible breakthrough in viral respiratory disease prevention
A collaborative effort between HMRI and Noumi Ltd hopes to further explore the potential of PUREnFERRIN® Lactoferrin as a preventive treatment against common respiratory viruses.
New ways to fight stroke
In Australia, someone has a stroke every 19 minutes.Treatment of stroke has changed enormously over the last 25 years. Rapid identification, transport, imaging and treatment have led to more effective therapies thanks, in no small part, to HMRI research.
How burgers and chips for lunch can worsen your asthma that afternoon
It’s still OK to eat a sneaky burger or some hot chips occasionally if you have asthma. But knowing that eating too many of these foods can affect your asthma can help you make choices that might improve your quality of life.
The cost of living is biting. Here’s how to spend less on meat and dairy
The cost of groceries has risen substantially over the last year So how can you save money on meat and dairy products without skimping on nutrients?
Grant success for researchers tackling chronic back pain
Researchers from HMRI, The University of Newcastle, The University of Sydney and Hunter New England Local Health District have been awarded one of six HCF Research Foundation Translational Research Grants (TRGs) to improve healthcare services quality and access for older Australians.
Yarning after stroke
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the Tamworth and Quirindi regions are working with HMRI researchers to develop a culturally appropriate yarning tool for after stroke.
Almost $3m grant secured for sector-first in Indigenous health research
The University of Newcastle in partnership with the Lowitja Institute has received just under $3 million in federal funding to establish a new committee to help improve health outcomes for First Nations people.
Groundbreaking research has potential to transform physiotherapy practices in Australia.
Connor Gleadhill, a senior physiotherapist and HMRI researcher with the Population Health Research Program has achieved a significant milestone in his research journey. The article titled ‘Meaningful coproduction with clinicians: establishing a practice-based research network with physiotherapists in regional Australia’ has been published in the Health Research Policy and Systems Journal.
