Heatwaves linked to rise in sleep apnoea cases in Europe
During heatwaves, there is an increase in the number of people suffering with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), according to a new major study published in the […]
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Shining a light on heart disease risk
A new study led by Flinders University has found that being exposed to bright light at night can significantly increase the chances of developing serious heart […]
How do we sleep while our beds are burning?
As Australia braces for another scorching summer, new research led by Flinders University sleep experts reveals that rising temperatures are silently chipping away at our sleep […]
First Nations road toll research prompts call for community-led safety initiatives
A new study reveals the scale of road trauma among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in NSW, highlights factors that help keep travellers safe, and […]
New development could supercharge prostate cancer treatment
A major international study has uncovered a new vulnerability in prostate cancer cells that could help improve treatment for one of the most common cancers affecting […]
Orthopaedic implants aim to last longer
A pioneering liquid metal combination is shaping up as a potential secret weapon in the global fight against antimicrobial resistance, and promises to outlast existing implant […]
Tiny worms reveal big secrets about memory
In a discovery that could reshape how we think about memory, researchers at Flinders University have found that forgetting is not just a glitch in the […]
Spring forward with Daylight Saving tips
As many Australians prepare to move their clocks forward one hour on Sunday, 5 October, sleep experts are offering timely advice to help ease the transition […]
Study links folic acid to gestational diabetes
New research led by Flinders University highlights the urgent need to establish a safe upper limit for folic acid intake during pregnancy and to improve guidelines […]