Gut research delves deeper into obesity problems
Serotonin in the gut is considered a regulator of normal gut function and is an important driver of metabolism and metabolic diseases including obesity and type […]
New research preventing blindness in Indigenous communities
Early detection, increased screening and improved treatment options that combat diabetic retinopathy (DR), a leading cause of blindness in South Australian Aboriginal communities, is the aim […]
Indigenous ICU patients suffer in long term
Rigorous follow-up of Indigenous patients recovering from critical illness, particularly those who have discharged themselves from hospital, is essential, a new Medical Journal of Australia paper […]
Refugees face poverty, food insecurity
At the start of Refugee Week, a timely study reminds us of the experiences and ‘cultural acclimatisation’ of recent arrivals. The simple but important act of […]
Mental health study to assess COVID-19 fallout
An important new study will analyse the mental health and wellbeing of South Australians pre and post COVID-19 to gain insights into where public health support […]
Shingles declining with vaccination uptake
Older Australians are being urged to keep having free shingles vaccinations – along with their annual flu injection – to keep pushing down the incidence of […]
Impressive result for mental health therapy
As Australia looks for the most efficient assessment and treatment of mental health in the era of COVID-19 lockdowns and disruptions, the outcomes of a national […]
Major gaps in HIV programs in Africa
HIV management in developing countries varies with socioeconomic and structural circumstances, with two Flinders University studies finding examples of key ways to close the gap for […]
Alcohol ads intoxicate during pandemic
Australian women are invited to become citizen scientists as a part of a Flinders University study, supported by Council SA and Flinders Foundation, that seeks to […]