Diseased male livers undergo sex-change
Diseased male livers undergo sex-change: The livers of men diagnosed with hepatic diseases change sex as part of a potential self-protective mechanism, according to University...
Vision
The Vision category brings together forward-looking perspectives, emerging research and thought-provoking insights across health and wellbeing. It highlights breakthroughs, explores complex conditions and examines the wider social and psychological factors that influence health. From innovative treatments and new diagnostic tools to broader conversations about prevention and quality of life, this category looks beyond the immediate to consider where healthcare and wellbeing are heading.
Coronavirus booster vaccination also protects cancer patients
Coronavirus booster vaccination also protects cancer patients: People with cancer are often given immunosuppressive treatments that weaken their innate immune defences. This puts them at...
Cognitive impact of Selenium
Selenium – a mineral found in many foods – could reverse the cognitive impact of stroke and boost learning and memory in ageing brains, according...
Improving post-stroke recovery conversations
Conversations with stroke survivors and their loved ones about possible lasting impairment can be traumatic, but there's also potential for them to be therapeutic, according...
New data on drug metabolism and distribution in the eye
New data on drug metabolism and distribution in the eye: One of the most comprehensive ocular pharmacokinetic studies including metabolism so far provides valuable information...
Liver cancer after Hepatitis C: new tool developed
Hepatitis C can now be effectively treated, thanks to modern drugs. However, despite having been cured, some patients can go on to develop liver cancer....
COVID-19 booster safe in immunosuppressed patients
COVID-19 booster vaccination is safe and effective in immunosuppressed patients: Patients under immunosuppressive therapy, who do not respond to primary COVID-19 vaccination, have an increased...
TikTok teen cannabis highs
Teenagers are being exposed to videos on social media platform TikTok that portray cannabis-use as funny and entertaining rather than risky, University of Queensland researchers...
Can olive oil help patients with Lymphocytic Leukemia
Can phenolic compounds in extra virgin olive oil be beneficial for patients with chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia? The World Olive Center for Health (WOCH), a non-profit organization...
Researchers discover way to disarm potentially deadly Listeria bacteria
University of Queensland researchers have unlocked a way of fighting Listeria infections, which can cause severe illness in pregnant women and people with compromised immune...
