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New project helps women stay fit & healthy
A new study at Victoria University is testing what works best in motivating young women to maintain healthier lifestyles. Institute of […]
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Power naps for insomniacs
Daytime naps may hold the key to treating insomnia, Flinders University researchers believe. In a world-first study, Flinders Postdoctoral...
New project helps women stay fit & healthy
A new study at Victoria University is testing what works best in motivating young women to maintain healthier lifestyles. Institute of […]
Getting fit may give motivation to quit smoking
University of Queensland researchers are investigating whether high-intensity interval training can help women quit smoking. The study seeks...
Strong (and skinny) is the new sexy; the #fitspo effect
Flinders researchers are studying if the new “fitspo” phenomenon is actually detrimental to women’s health and wellbeing. Fitspiration – or...
Always tired? Drug-free trial to a better night’s sleep
A new drug-free treatment will be trialled for people with symptoms of insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea in Brisbane. Led […]
Weight-loss supplement will be tested in new study
A new study will test whether a supplement from the saffron flower can help with weight loss. Victoria University Dietetics […]
UQ targets senior moments
Forgotten where you’ve put the car keys? Can’t remember the name of your next-door neighbour? If you’re healthy and aged […]
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Study focuses on carers after brain injury
University of Queensland researchers are examining how family members are affected when a loved one is unable to drive following […]
What’s in cough syrup that could help with Down syndrome?
An ingredient used for decades in cough syrup, and to treat a variety of conditions, could hold the key to […]
How much time in the sun for healthy Vitamin D?
A world first QUT study aims to pinpoint the amount of time Queenslanders need to spend in the sun to achieve healthy […]
Concerned about binge eating? Join a free online study that aims to stop urge t…
Binge eating often comes with large helpings of guilt and shame, and a supersized dose of self-criticism that brings up […]
Aussies’ take on alcohol warning labels
Dr Emma Miller is leading an Australian study to canvass the public’s views on alcohol warning labels. Like a book […]
New tactic to fight fatigue
In a world-first, sleep experts from Flinders University are attempting to fight fatigue caused by insomnia and obstructive sleep apnoea […]
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