World's Biggest Vitamin D Study Launched in Australia

QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute scientists have launched one of the world’s biggest studies of vitamin D’s role in our health.

Protein Discovered that Could Stop Cancerous Cells Spreading

[caption id="attachment_6334" align="alignright" width="200"] A potential cancer cell extruding from an epithelium. Courtesy of Yap Lab, UQ's Institute for Molecular Bioscience.[/caption]

Bullies and Victims Face Increased Risk of Developing Mental Health Problems

[caption id="attachment_6318" align="alignright" width="200"] Clinical Research Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Dr James Scott . Photo supplied by University of Queensland[/caption]

Pharmacist Immunisation Research Program Piloted in Queensland

The Queensland Branches of the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia and the Pharmacy Guild of Australia have announced the launch of a pilot pharmacist immunisation research program to be conducted across a number of community pharmacies the state.

Higher Risk of Birth Problems Using Assisted Reproductive Therapies

A University of Adelaide study has shown the risk of serious complications such as stillbirth, preterm birth, low birth weight and neonatal death is approximately twice as high for babies conceived by assisted reproductive therapies compared with naturally conceived babies.

Study Identifies Effective Medicines for Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis

An international study has identified new genetic regions involved in rheumatoid arthritis which shed light on existing medicines that could be effective in treating the disease.

Rate of Golden Staph Cases in Public Hospitals has Dropped

The national rate of  'golden staph', cases in public hospitals dropped between 2010-11 and 2012-13, according to a report released today by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).

The Next Generation: Assisting Emerging Doctors with Career Choices

General Practice Registrars Australia is the peak body for the next generation of general practitioners. The organisation is committed to improving the health care for all Australians through excellence in education and training, and promoting general practice as the medical specialty of choice. Over recent years, GPRA has put together a strong engagement initiative to start a conversation with these new and emerging doctors through a program called GP First. 

Spending on Cancer Risen Faster than Total Health Spending

Spending on cancer has risen at a slightly faster rate than total health spending in recent years, according to a report released  by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW).

UQ has Grown a Kidney Using Stem Cells

University of Queensland researchers have made a major leap forward in treating renal disease,  announcing they have grown a kidney using stem cells.

Professor Len Harrison wins JDRF Lifetime Achievement Award

[caption id="attachment_6146" align="alignleft" width="200"] Professor Len Harrison has been awarded the 2013 JDRF Lifetime Research Achievement Award for his research into type 1 diabetes.[/caption]

Indigenous Health Report Card Published

The Australian Medical Association has published the 2012-13 Indigenous Health Report Card;  The Healthy Early Years – Getting the Right Start in Life.

G8 Governments Urged to Support Research into Dementia

Health Organisation Raise Awareness of Food Insecurity

The Dietitians Association of Australia and the Public Health Association of Australia have joined forces with Australian Red Cross to draw attention to the health gap between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other Australians, due to food insecurity.

Muscle Regeneration a Realistic Clinical Possibility

Muscle Regeneration is a more realistic clinical possibility now that scientists have found a way to isolate muscle cells from embryonic tissue.