Psychology & Psychiatry
Study suggests postpartum depression differs from major depression
Women with postpartum depression experience smell differently than other women, a University of Otago study has found.
Jul 27, 2021
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University of Otago
Medications
Cannabis provides relief for endometriosis sufferers, study finds
Some women desperate for relief from the chronic pain of endometriosis have found using cannabis provides more effective relief from their symptoms than other over-the-counter or prescribed medication, a new study reveals.
Feb 15, 2021
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Medical research
Eliminating community transmission of COVID‑19 is achievable and sustainable, new research shows
A goal of eliminating community transmission of the pandemic virus causing COVID‑19 is achievable and sustainable as a response strategy for COVID‑19 and other emerging pandemic diseases, new research suggests.
Dec 23, 2020
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Neuroscience
Wearable electrical stimulator to zap Alzheimer's disease
Stimulating humans' sense of smell to prevent conditions such as Alzheimer's Disease is the focus of international research led by the University of Otago.
Dec 22, 2020
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Health
Study shows whole-fruit vitamin C boosts feelings of vitality
A University of Otago study has shown adults low in dietary vitamin C can improve their feelings of vitality by eating two kiwifruit a day for two weeks.
Oct 13, 2020
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Health
Higher fiber saves lives, but food processing may remove benefits
Eating more fiber can improve life expectancy for those with diabetes, Otago researchers say.
May 19, 2020
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Medical research
Micronutrients affect gut bacteria associated with ADHD in small but promising study
Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who took micronutrients had lower levels of a bacteria linked to the psychological disorder, and a healthier range of bugs in their gut overall, new research shows.
Aug 20, 2019
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Medical research
Monkey malaria breakthrough offers cure for relapsing malaria
A breakthrough in monkey malaria research by two University of Otago scientists could help scientists diagnose and treat a relapsing form of human malaria.
Aug 15, 2019
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Immunology
Probiotic gives long-standing protection against childhood eczema, study finds
Giving a probiotic supplement to pregnant mothers and their infants significantly reduces the chances of a child developing eczema for the first 11 years of their life, researchers have shown.
Dec 17, 2018
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Gang population opens up to researchers for hepatitis study
Studying the liver health of a high-risk, hard-to-reach gang population certainly came with challenges and a few surprises, a University of Otago academic says.
Aug 29, 2018
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