Yoga and meditation for teens
There is no question, life for our teens is hectic. There are so many stressors, that seem to come from every angle, school, home, friendships,...
Australasia
The Australasia category highlights health, policy and social issues from across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific region. It includes analysis of health system developments, research breakthroughs, public health priorities and lived experience from local settings, offering a regional lens on topics that matter to communities and practitioners in Australasia.
Digital biopsies for oral cancers
Towards the early detection of oral cancers: New technology offers a way to visually examine the mouth for cancer, without the need for a surgical...
Blood test detects positive COVID-19 result in 20 minutes
Breakthrough blood test detects positive COVID-19 result in 20 minutes: World-first research by Monash University in Australia has been able to detect positive COVID-19 cases...
Polyvagal Theory debunked : the myth of social engagement
In 1994, American neuroscientist Dr Stephen Porges proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social...
Life-limiting illness in prison
New research highlights the opportunities to improve care for people in prison who are dying from a progressive, life-limiting illness, by Dr Stacey Panozzo, Professor...
Link between heart health and obesity in children
Childhood obesity linked to poor heart health signs at 11-12 years. Toddlers who were obese or overweight show concerning signs of cardiovascular disease at 11-12 years...
Some people with mood disorders struggling amid pandemic: study
Disruption and ongoing instability as Australians navigate the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is weighing heavily on people with a mood disorder such as depression or bipolar...
Strong close relationships key in coping with pandemic, twin study shows
A new study of twins and triplets shows how our close social relationships are vital in how we cope with the upheaval of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic....
Dry (ish) July 2020 – take inspiration from Australia
Take some inspiration from Down Under and join the Dry July campaign this July to raise funds for people suffering from cancer. 2020 has been...
AI-human approach to skin cancer diagnosis
Human-Artificial intelligence collaborations best for skin cancer diagnosis: Artificial intelligence (AI) improved skin cancer diagnostic accuracy when used in collaboration with human clinical checks, an...
