Health
Research finds ‘counting your drinks’ reduces alcohol consumption
The most effective way for Australians to reduce their alcohol consumption is counting their drinks, new research led by Curtin…
Fruit and vegetables linked to changes in skin colour, new research finds
Skin colour in young Caucasian men is strongly linked to high levels of fruit and vegetable consumption, new research by…
Mental health recovery influenced by workplace values, new research finds
Mental health law centres and advocates who uphold values of connectedness, hope, empowerment and identity can positively influence people with…
Curtin appoints new Head for School of Public Health
Curtin University has appointed leading epidemiologist Professor Rosa Alati as the new Head of the School of Public Health. Following…
New hub aims to improve employability of neurodiverse students
— Curtin University and DXC Technology establish Neurodiversity Hub in Perth — A Neurodiversity Hub that will focus on promoting…
Case study measures impact of new Formula One head ‘halo’ system
The head protection ‘halo’ system mandated in Formula One racing may affect the drivers’ head position and motion, potentially compromising…
Curtin University Professor named Western Australian of the Year
Curtin University has congratulated Professor Mike Daube on being named the 2018 Western Australian of the Year. Professor Daube, a…
Body weight bias weighs on minds of fitness instructors, study shows
Fitness instructors were more motivated to train a new client with a normal weight than an overweight client, new research…
Increased support for refugee students to transition to higher education
Educators and providers will have access to a new set of tools and resources to better support students from refugee…
Physically active jobs result in earlier death for men, new research finds
Men who worked in physically active jobs were more likely to die earlier than those working in largely inactive jobs,…