Weight-loss surgery in jeopardy
Bariatric surgery – widely recognised as the most effective, long-term, and safe treatment for severe obesity – is under threat in Australia, as skyrocketing indemnity insurance […]
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Australians voice the nation’s most wicked problems
In a major new national study, Flinders University has revealed the top concerns troubling Australians today, with cost-of-living pressures, housing unaffordability, crime and safety, healthcare access, […]
Time to HEAL Indigenous children impacted by injury
Aboriginal-led research to reduce injuries and improve supports for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children (aged 0-16 years) is the focus of a $5 million NHMRC […]
Lower screening age calls for more tailored bowel cancer surveillance
Australia’s recent move to lower the starting age for bowel (colorectal) cancer screening from 50 down to 45 years old will mean better outcomes – but […]
Wake-up call: Urgent action needed to tackle Australia’s sleep health issues
Australia is facing a silent public health crisis — and it’s happening while we sleep. A new report led by Flinders University reveals that despite growing evidence […]
Women veterans need support
Women have described cases of military sexual trauma as being “enabled, ignored and condoned” in Australia, with mental health and other professionals calling for immediate action […]
Playford scholarships support our students
Flinders University students Caitlin Nicholls and Rosie Coleman have been awarded prestigious Playford Trust PhD scholarships to work on their marine biology and molecular neuroscience projects. […]
Flinders tackles health concerns at AFL Gather Round
Flinders University has again joined forces with the South Australian Government, The Shane Warne Legacy and SiSU Health to provide free health checks during the AFL […]
$7.4 million to fund Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island-led research projects
Three outstanding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island researchers have been awarded a total of $7.4 million for projects dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of […]