Oncology & Cancer
Molecule has potential to stop cancer at the source
A molecule has been developed with the potential to detect cancer-causing cells before they have the chance to divide.
Aug 10, 2016
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Autism spectrum disorders
In-school occupational therapy creates positive education experiences for kids with autism
Strong parent-school relationships are central to a child's learning, development, and well-being, yet when it comes to children with autism (ASD), it seems positive relationships are few and far between say UniSA researchers.
Aug 23, 2022
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Oncology & Cancer
Effective treatment for DCIS is vital for continued reduction in Australia's breast cancer mortality rate
Variations in the treatment of DCIS (Ductal Carcinoma In Situ or precancerous cells of the breast) may be a contributing factor in worldwide differences in breast cancer mortality rates according to Professor John Boyages, ...
Aug 18, 2014
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Killer Australian virus outbreak claims ninth horse
A horse was put down in Australia after contracting the deadly Hendra virus -- the ninth animal to die in an outbreak which has exposed almost 50 people in two states.
Jul 14, 2011
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Frozen embryos as successful as fresh embryos in IVF
IVF cycles using embryos that have been frozen and thawed are just as successful as fresh embryos according to a new UNSW report.
Sep 10, 2015
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Medications
Australia authorizes MDMA, magic mushrooms for medical treatment
Australia on Saturday became one of the first countries in the world to allow the use of MDMA and magic mushrooms for medical treatment, in a bid to tackle certain mental health conditions.
Jun 30, 2023
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Early care key to preventing stillbirth in migrant women
Researchers from The University of Western Australia say the key to decreasing stillbirth in Australian women who were born overseas lies in early care and good information provided at the start of pregnancy.
Mar 18, 2020
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Medical research
Cutting down vitamin D tests could help lower carbon cost of health care
A study examining the climate impact of low-value health care activity in Australia has found that unnecessary vitamin D tests generated carbon emissions equivalent to a car driving from Sydney to Perth 59 times.
Aug 24, 2022
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Oncology & Cancer
Boys should also get the HPV vaccine to protect themselves from oral and genital cancers
The human papillomavirus (HPV), which causes cervical cancer in women, is also responsible for many cancers in men. It causes most cancers of the tonsils (known as oropharyngeal cancers), which are more common in men than ...
Oct 7, 2016
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Anxiety can look different in children. Here's what to look for and some treatments to consider
Throughout the pandemic, many families have struggled with fears about COVID, employment and lock-downs—all while experiencing disruption to things like school, childcare, social support services and beloved activities. ...
Oct 10, 2022
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