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Jessica Stokes-Parish demonstrates effective hand washing

Coronavirus (COVID-19) - how to control the spread with effective hand washing

April 5, 2020

HMRI researcher and ICU nurse, Jessica Stokes-Parish, explains how to wash your hands with soap and water to remove COVID-19 and other germs.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) - how we can all help control the spread

April 4, 2020

We’re all in this together, and every single person has a role to play in controlling the spread of COVID-19. We’ve asked HMRI affiliated researchers and clinicians for their advice on controlling the spread and how we can all help.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) - why we need to control the spread

April 3, 2020

Australia is currently implementing social distancing and public health measures to control the spread of COVID-19. We ask HMRI researchers and clinicians to explain why we need to control the spread of COVID-19.

How long will the coronavirus last in Australia?

April 2, 2020

HMRI Institute Director, Professor Tom Walley, features in the Newcastle Herald with other medical experts discussing how long coronavirus pandemic is likely to last in Australia.

Fate of 5 million Australians in our hands

April 2, 2020

Up to 5 million Australians are estimated to be at risk of COVID-19 infection with their fate literally resting in the hands of community.

What is COVID-19?

April 1, 2020

Three of our expert researchers share their insights into what COVID-19 is, how it differs to other types of coronavirus and how it affects people - especially those in vulnerable groups.

Mobile phone apps and fertility knowledge

Can mobile phone apps improve women's fertility knowledge?

March 30, 2020

One in six Australian couples experience infertility. Researchers believe that mobile phone apps may be key to improving women’s fertility knowledge.

How are the most serious COVID-19 cases treated, and does the coronavirus cause lasting damage?

March 30, 2020

How are the most serious COVID-19 cases treated, and does the virus cause lasting damage?

How to manage stress, worry and anxiety in the coronavirus crisis

March 29, 2020

Dr Kylie Bailey features in the Newcastle Herald addressing the need to manage stress and anxiety associated with the coronavirus crisis.

High levels of iron in the lung linked to increased asthma severity

March 27, 2020

A new study, led by Jay Horvat, Associate Professor of Immunology and Microbiology at the University of Newcastle and HMRI Australia, is the first to show a relationship between iron build up in the lung cells and tissues and the severity of asthma.

COVID-19 Update

March 18, 2020

Institute Director, Professor Tom Walley, addresses the impact of COVID-19 at HMRI and how we're responding to this ever-developing situation.

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