Medical equality undermined by mistaken doctors
Male doctors who overestimate female representation in the medical profession are also less likely to support gender-equality…
Happier kids get better test results
Students' NAPLAN results are linked to far more than their time spent on homework, new research from The Australian National…
Calls to empower patients and reduce diagnostic error
If Jen didn't fight to convince her doctors something was seriously wrong with her, there could have been fatal consequences. …
Weapon in immune system arsenal could unlock MS treatment
Researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) have identified why certain cells in the body, known as Th17 cells, go…
Aussies say they're more COVID compliant than their peers
The majority of Australians say they are extremely diligent when it comes to complying with COVID-19…
Researchers find key to drivers of kidney disease
For the first time researchers have identified a gene which shows the kidney has its own way of resisting damage. …
The anxiety of a post-lockdown Christmas: an expert’s tips
Emerging from the quiet of lockdown to the cacophony of real-world socialisation is daunting enough. Throw in gossiping aunts,…
Welfare recipients face varying levels of stigma: 91Ƶstudy
Those with mental disability and the unemployed are perceived more negatively than other groups who are entitled…
Major PFAS health study releases findings
A research team led by The Australian National University (ANU) has released findings from a major epidemiological study funded…
“Exercise in a pill” could offer solution for at-risk people
Researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) have identified unique molecular signals …
The safe space that could save a life
Associate Professor Michelle Banfield has been to the depths of despair. On a summer day in 2003 the then 27-year-old…
The disease detectives tracking down COVID-19
When news broke of Australia's first cases of COVID-19 in early 2020, biologist Dr Benjamin Schwessinger…
HEAL network to tackle health impacts of climate change
Australians will be better protected against the health impacts of climate change, thanks to a new national research network…
Lessons we can learn from polio vaccination campaigns
A new study examining the impact of the global polio vaccine campaign has identified important…
'Magic Glasses' give hope for COVID safe schools
Experts say their educational cartoon that helps primary school children understand the importance…
Major cash boost for crucial 91Ƶmedical research
Researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) have been awarded nearly $5 million in grants to carry out six…
Counting women in COVID-19 vaccine research
There has been a "positive shift" in inclusive gender practices in COVID-19 vaccine research, but there…
Empowering Indigenous communities in genomics
Internationally leading Aboriginal researcher and clinician Professor Alex Brown will lead a National Indigenous Genomics…
Optimal blood pressure helps our brains age slower
People with elevated blood pressure that falls within the normal recommended range are at…
Three tips for living with the "COVID Crankies"
Looking after our mental health during the pandemic requires self-compassion, writes Dr Jo Lane. When I ask people how they are…
