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High vitamin D levels linked to lower cholesterol in children

There is a link between higher serum vitamin D levels and lower plasma cholesterol levels in primary school children, new […]

The brain is able to anticipate painful movements following injury

When people are injured, how does the brain adapt the body’s movements to help avoid pain? New research published in […]

Prostate cancer survivors more susceptible to chronic diseases

Prostate cancer survivors taking androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), a treatment commonly used to block the release of male hormones, are […]

Evidence drives sweeping changes to melanoma treatment recommendations

Updated national clinical guidelines recommend not performing major lymph node surgery routinely for low-volume melanoma in lymph nodes, and...

Groundbreaking research trial gives hope to stroke patients

A Melbourne research trial has paved the way for improved outcomes for stroke patients. EXTEND-IA TNK investigated the impact of […]

Scientists discover why heart function is reduced at high altitude

For over a century, we have known that high altitude reduces the amount of blood the heart pumps around the […]

Why your goals may be making you miserable

In an age where we are constantly juggling different goals across work, leisure and other commitments, researchers have found pursuing […]

Ditch junk protein foods for healthy weight loss

Our favourite burger, pizza and meat pie may need a re-think after new research by CSIRO shows Australians are not […]

Exercise to stay young: 4-5 days a week to slow down your heart’s ageing

Participating in exercise 4-5 days per week is necessary to keep your heart young, according to new research published in […]

RACP releases new position statement to tackle obesity

Doctors have warned that the obesity health crisis is increasing chronic diseases like diabetes and stronger preventative action is needed […]

Tiny monitor provides big answer on stroke

An insertable heart monitor the size of a paper clip is promising to provide much needed answers for more Australian […]

Patients with severe paralysis regain use of hands and fingers

Six people with severe spinal cord injuries have regained the use of their hands and fingers through a non-invasive spinal […]

Going ‘haywire’ is bad news for MND sufferers

Increased energy – or metabolic use – in patients with motor neurone disease (MND) has been linked to faster disease […]

Physical activity decreases likelihood of depression, major study finds

An international team including researchers from The Black Dog Institute, UNSW Sydney and Western Sydney University’s NICM Health Research...

Genetic link to devastating epilepsies discovered

Families of children with severe epilepsies may be able to avoid having a second child born with the devastating disease, […]