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 […]
Strategies for staying smoke-free after rehab
For people recovering from substance use disorders, quitting smoking remains one of the most difficult—but most crucial—steps toward long-term health. New research from Flinders University reveals […]
New clues to a healthy pregnancy
In a world first, researchers from Flinders University have applied advanced gene editing to explore how an enzyme, made famous in the COVID-19 pandemic, plays a […]
Cracking the code of lethal antibodies in a new blood-clotting disorder
A team of researchers have made a new discovery in the field of hematology, providing an explanation for spontaneous and unusual blood-clotting that continues to occur […]
Relief could be on the way for UTI sufferers dealing with debilitating pain
New insights into what causes the painful and disruptive symptoms of urinary tract infections (UTIs) could offer hope for improved treatment. UTIs are one of the […]
Further transparency needed in cancer clinical trials
Despite significant improvements in data sharing for cancer clinical trials over the last 10 years, further changes are still needed to ensure patient-centred care, medical advancements, […]
Childhood cancers not on the rise in SA & NT but Indigenous disparity remains
Despite national and global reports of rising incidences of cancer affecting children and young people, a new analysis has found rates of childhood cancer have remained […]
Funding wins to further cancer treatment research
Two Flinders University medical researchers have been successfully awarded over half a million dollars from Cancer Australia and the National Health and Medical Research Council, ensuring […]
Addressing the high rate of Australians with disabilities smoking
According to a new analysis, almost a quarter of Australians with disabilities smoke when compared to just 12.6% of the wider population. While the number of […]