Lack of specialised tools could see dementia patients miss out on care improvements
Despite more than half of all residents in aged care having dementia, tools designed to improve quality of care across the sector are likely not meeting […]
Promising treatment for incurable prostate cancer
A new study reveals a potential breakthrough in combating aggressive prostate cancer Researchers from Flinders University and University of South Australia have unveiled a promising new […]
Waging war on ‘superbugs’ in aged care
There’s an urgent need for more careful antibiotic management to protect older people living in residential aged care from the dangerous spread of antibiotic resistant bacteria […]
World-first trial aims to boost vaccine responses in infants
A first of its kind human trial based in Adelaide will investigate whether infant immune response to vaccines can be improved by giving probiotics to babies […]
DECRA fellowships continue Flinders’ successful funding run
With one of the highest success rates in the country, Flinders University has been awarded $2.4 million in fellowships from the ARC Discovery Early Career Researcher […]
Waking up to the hidden struggles of IBD
Helping people with inflammatory bowel diseases to get a better night’s sleep could help keep the condition at bay and improve their quality of life, say […]
Flinders takes the lead with the Registry of Senior Australians
One of Australia’s most pressing challenges – improving the health and wellbeing of older Australians – will be significantly boosted with Flinders University becoming the lead […]
Diseases lurk in washing areas
Handbasins are hotspots for dangerous microbes that can cause illnesses including pneumonia, Legionnaires’ disease and wound infections, a new study from Flinders University warns. The Flinders […]
SA Young Tall Poppy of the Year 2024
Congratulations to Associate Professor Amy Reynolds on being named this year’s South Australia (SA) Young Tall Poppy. The award recognises Associate Professor Reynolds’ work on the […]