Stigma silences those with hearing loss
One in three adults over 50 are keeping their hearing loss a secret, often because they fear being judged. A large-scale international research program has found […]
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Flinders appoints new leader to shape the future of nursing and health sciences
Flinders University has appointed Professor Tracy Humphrey as the new Vice-President and Executive Dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, following an extensive international […]
Ensuring a good death for those in aged care
Nurses play a critical role in recognising and responding to end-of-life needs in aged care, often identifying signs of decline up to a year before death. […]
Telehealth works but rules need changing
Telehealth keeps Australians healthier and more connected, but outdated rules are keeping it out of reach for those who need it the most, say Flinders University […]
ARC Linkage wins for school lunches and environmental protection projects
Vital research is getting underway at Flinders University to protect the Doongmabulla Springs in Queensland from the potential impacts of mining and to explore boosting childhood […]
New support on the importance of bereavement in hospitals
A new animated video launched by End-of-Life Essentials (EOLE) and led by Flinders University is helping health professionals develop the confidence and skills needed to support […]
Exploring the experience of those who “go flat” following a mastectomy
Almost all women who chose not to have a breast reconstruction following a mastectomy say they are happy with their decision, new research can reveal, with […]
New guidelines supporting older Australians to maintain independence
With the federal government’s new Support at Home program launching on November 1, Flinders University researchers have been instrumental in developing new guidelines underpinning independence and […]
Social media sends mixed messages on food
Popular eating and food challenge videos across social media are saturated with messages that could promote disordered eating and unrealistic body standards, new research reveals. Led […]