Public Health
Research aims to reduce long COVID in culturally diverse communities
A major new research project aims to improve long COVID outcomes in culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities, following growing…
Study reveals how many hours of video games per week might be too many
Playing video games for more than 10 hours a week could have a significant impact on young people’s diet, sleep…
Global study reveals widespread burning of plastic for heating and cooking
A new Curtin University-led study has shed new light on the widespread number of households in developing countries burning plastic…
New initiative to better protect the health of Aboriginal Western Australians
A major new Curtin University-led program will work to make a vital contribution to reverse declining vaccination rates among Aboriginal…
Study reveals online support lacking for sarcoma patients and their carers
A new Curtin University study has found people diagnosed with sarcoma – a cancer disproportionately affecting teenagers and young adults…
Research aims to close cancer prevention gap for gay and bisexual men
A Curtin University-led project will investigate how vaccinations may help reduce the risk of anal cancer, after being awarded more…
Research reveals many newborn baby deaths linked to preventable or treatable factors
A Curtin University-led study has identified the most critical risk factors linked to neonatal deaths worldwide, providing comprehensive evidence to…
Curtin-based project targets hidden dangers in party drugs
A new Curtin University-based research project co-led by people with lived experience, researchers and health services will tackle the growing…
Community spirit and science combine in WA mental health push
Curtin University has launched the next phase of Western Australia’s Act Belong Commit campaign, drawing on Curtin research that highlights…
‘Life-changing’ genetic link offers hope for millions who stutter
A global study has identified the DNA markers for stuttering, providing a genetic link that will pave the way for…