Wearable exercise tech can also detect COVID
Wearable technology used during exercise has been shown to be effective in screening for illnesses, like COVID.
A new University of South Australia study has revealed
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ABS reveals sunscreen-shy Queenslanders
Queenslanders are the least likely Australians to use sunscreen regularly, despite the state having the highest rate of skin cancer in the country.
New insights from the
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New hope for people with chronic pain
People who experience regular chronic pain have new hope for relief from a new device unveiled in the United States this week.
Researchers at the University of Utah have
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Embryo-like blood stem cell breakthrough
Children with leukaemia could have access to improved treatment options in the future thanks to a world-first breakthrough by Australian researchers.
A team, led by
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Greenery linked to reduced illness risk
Planting trees in a neighbourhood has been linked to lower risks of heart disease and chronic illnesses.
A study conducted by The University of Louisville (UofL) found
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Medical implants impacted by 3G network shutdown
Medical authorities have been urged to directly contact thousands of Australians with medical implants at risk with the looming shutdown of the 3G network.
The
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New centre to support children with life-limiting conditions
A new paediatric palliative care centre aims to address the unique needs of children with life-limiting illness.
Boosted by a $3m million grant from the Australian
Read more2 September 2024
Be mindful not to lose hope in stressful times
Hope trumps mindfulness in stressful situations, according to a new study, which analysed the unique circumstances presented by the COVID pandemic.
Researchers in the
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Weekend catch-up sleep lowers heart risk
Catching up on sleep on the weekends has been linked to a 20 percent lower risk of developing heart disease.
A UK Biobank study of more than 90,000 people over 14 years
Read more2 September 2024
Genetic test flags cirrhosis risk in drinkers
A new genetic test will help determine if a heavy drinker is likely to develop the severe liver disease cirrhosis.
An international team lead by the Centenary Institute,
Read more1 September 2024