High folic acid in pregnancy linked to early bleeding risk
Women taking high-dose folic acid supplements during early pregnancy may face an increased risk of vaginal bleeding, according to new research from Flinders University and collaborating […]
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Faster path to treatment for deadly childhood dementia
An Australian research collaboration has identified several existing TGA‑approved medicines that could help slow brain damage in children with a rare form of dementia—offering hope for […]
One in 20 Australian women now receiving iron IVs
The number of Australian women receiving intravenous iron treatments has surged dramatically over the past decade, with new research revealing that one in 20 women of […]
Volunteers needed to help explore diabetes risk in menopausal women
South Australian women experiencing hot flushes and night sweats are invited to take part in a trial investigating whether wearable glucose monitoring technology, combined with personalised […]
NT researcher to bring world-leading heart health knowledge home
A Flinders University researcher based in Darwin has been selected for a prestigious international cardiovascular leadership programme, creating new opportunities to bring global knowledge and innovation […]
New AI models still reproduce racial and gender stereotypes in medicine
Relying on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in health care also carries a risk that existing racial and gender stereotypes will be reflected in the medical content it […]
Scorching summers and heatwaves linked to poorer mental health in children
As record-breaking heat grips communities worldwide and Australia prepares for an intense El Niño summer, new research provides the first global review linking high temperatures and […]
Tests target better treatment of lung infections
Lung infections are a constant risk for people living with cystic fibrosis (CF), a life-threatening genetic disorder which impairs lung function, predisposes people to persistent airway […]
Why a UTI hurts — and why that might be a good thing
Australian researchers have discovered a previously overlooked group of bladder nerves that help detect urinary tract infections (UTIs) and trigger the body’s response to clear them, […]