Health
Most Malawi children living with HIV are not aware of their illness
Almost two thirds of children living with HIV in Malawi were not informed about their HIV status by their primary…
Spot the difference: Curtin researchers are improving global health in more ways than one.
The pharmacokinetics research team at Curtin is increasingly involved in collaborative studies to address prevalent diseases in vulnerable communities. Malaria…
Misfortune teller: predicting concussion complications early
While most people recover from concussion within a few weeks, a small group will experience significant psychological and cognitive symptoms…
Curtin’s plan to combat chronic liver disease and cancer
From baby boomers to Gen Z, obesity is Australia’s multi-generational malady. The number of cancer deaths related to obesity, including…
NHMRC funding for new Curtin research from Alzheimer’s to phobias
Curtin University’s health and medical research received a significant boost in the latest funding round from the National Health and…
New study gives insight into Alzheimer’s and diabetes link
Type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease are responsible for the deaths of thousands of Australians every year. While a metabolic…
Aged care workforce not keeping up with high care demand
Lower paid and lower skilled personal care workers are likely to be substituting the work of enrolled nurses in Australia’s…
RACI awards for Curtin science education and neurochemistry experts
Two Curtin University academics have been recognised by the Royal Australian Chemical Institute (RACI) – in recognition of their work…
Strength exercises could help older adults get back on their feet, study finds
Older adults who participate in strength training may have a better chance of being able to get up independently after…
Cannabis compound gives hope to patients with pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer patients in Western Australia will be offered a medicinal cannabis compound in clinical trials conducted by Curtin University.…