Health
New Curtin research to address damaging marketing to WA children
Curtin University researchers will investigate combatting the harmful effects of e-cigarettes and the promotion of alcohol, gambling and junk food…
Study confirms ED cases spike after Australian bushfires
New research has – for the first time – found a direct link between people’s exposure to bushfire smoke and…
New scientific approach drives people to take control of therapy sessions
A new universal approach to mental health issues has been developed, used across outpatient clinics, inpatient wards, and high schools, and will be researched by a…
10,000 Aussie workers set to develop lung cancer from silica dust: study
As many as 10,000 Australians are predicted to develop lung cancer in their lifetime from being exposed to silica dust,…
Four Curtin researchers recognised in 2022 WA Young Tall Poppy Awards
Four Curtin University researchers have been recognised in the Western Australian Young Tall Poppy Science Awards, an initiative of the…
Leading chair in big data appointed
A new Chair appointment through the Lions Eye Institute and Curtin University will greatly enhance Western Australia’s international competitiveness in…
Most British COVID-19 mourners suffer PTSD symptoms: survey
More than eight out of 10 British people who are seeking support for having lost a loved one to COVID-19…
Digital health technologies to help Aboriginal young people with ear disease
Thanks to funding from the Western Australian Future Health Research and Innovation Fund, Ear Science Institute Australia, in collaboration with…
New nano-gel to protect children receiving chemotherapy from hearing loss
Curtin University researchers will test a new nano-gel they have created to protect children receiving chemotherapy treatment from the common…
Study finds TB treatment during pregnancy is safe for mum and baby
Seven out of 10 pregnant women were cured of their multidrug-resistant tuberculosis and delivered healthy babies after taking a medication…