A side-effect of breathlessness kept under wraps
Chronic breathlessness affects every part of a person’s life – including their sex life, with people experiencing breathlessness saying they have greatly reduced satisfaction with their […]
Chronic breathlessness emerging as a hidden strain on hospitals
Chronic breathlessness, a symptom often overlooked by healthcare systems, is associated with longer lengths of hospital stay on already overstretched healthcare resources, says new Flinders University […]
Sleep relief for lung disease
Chronic breathlessness is very distressing and often prevents a good night’s sleep. Now, new research at Flinders University is taking a detailed look at the sleep […]
Drug trials at Flinders bring relief
More than 20,000 Australian patients a year will benefit from the listing of a capsule to relieve chronic breathlessness. Mayne Pharma’s Kapanol, a low-dose, sustained release […]
Relief for chronic breathlessness, after years of research at Flinders
More than 70,000 Australians who suffer from chronic breathlessness will have access to medication to help manage this debilitating symptom. In a world first, Mayne Pharma […]
Money stress for 1 in 5 with cancer
On top of worrying about treatments and side effects, many people with cancer also worry about the cost of their care. In a new study, Australian […]
Trial looks to help with difficult breathing
A national medication study is aiming to help thousands of Australians who struggle every day with shortness of breath.
Medical research leaders top league
Four Flinders medical research leaders have been honoured with fellowships from the Australian Academy of Health and Medical Sciences.
Uncovering an invisible network of care
Day-to-day palliative care in the community is mainly delivered by an “invisible network” of extended family members, friends and neighbours, Flinders University research shows.