Ultra-processed foods have been blamed for rising obesity and poor health. But with advances in food science, could they become part of the solution to modern nutritional challenges?
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Skin infections disproportionately affect children in Australia’s remote Indigenous communities.
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) affects children’s decision-making before committing a crime and their capacity to comprehend the consequences. Locking them up isn’t the answer.
While vaccines such as Uromune may not be an accessible or perfect solution for everyone, they offer real hope for people tired of recurring UTIs and endless rounds of antibiotics.
England’s opt-out organ donation system aimed to increase the number of donations. But new research reveals the policy has instead led to confusion, complications and a drop in donation rates.
Here’s how the symptoms differ – and what to do about them.
One of the cornerstones of being prepared for the next pandemic is being in the best position possible to design and deploy a suitable vaccine.
Marburg virus has killed 12 people in the latest outbreak, but a new vaccine is now to hand.
COVID antivirals are recommended for people aged over 70 and those at risk of severe illness. But many older Australians are missing out. Here’s why – and how to fix this problem.
ADHD is the most diagnosed childhood neurological disorder, but there have been inconsistencies around who is diagnosed and prescribed medication. New prescribing guidelines aim to change this.
XEC is a recombinant variant, meaning it’s a hybrid of two previously existing variants. Genomic data suggests it’s making up around 5% of cases in Australia – but it may grow.
Iron supplements aren’t the only solution
Our research found clarity and consistency of information were key features of effective public health communication throughout the COVID pandemic.
Patents for a drug related to Ozempic have expired, so pharmaceutical companies are working to develop ‘generic’ versions. These are likely to be much cheaper. But how do they compare with Ozempic?
In many cases, patients are unable to shop around or make informed decisions about their care due to a lack of information about the true cost and quality of services.
The change is intended to balance access to vapes for adults using them to quit smoking with the need to protect young people from taking up vaping.
Common issues such as hair loss, nausea, skin problems and fatigue can seriously affect patients’ quality of life.
Health leaders, researchers, advocacy groups, companies and the public have saved millions of lives by reducing the consumption of unhealthy products.
Medical services are protected under international law. When they are attacked without any consequences, it sends the message health-care workers and patients are acceptable targets.
The COVID pandemic is ongoing, but scientists are on alert for any pathogen that might lead to another global outbreak of disease.
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Senior Lecturer, School of Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience, University of Bristol
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Professor of Community Health and Wellbeing, The University of Queensland
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Professor of Anatomy, Lancaster University
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Clinical Trials Director, Department of Endocrinology, RPA Hospital, University of Sydney
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Program Director of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Accredited Practising Dietitian, University of South Australia
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Accredited Practising Dietitian and Lecturer, Southern Cross University
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Laureate Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Newcastle
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Lecturer in Exercise Science, University of South Australia
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Professor, School of Natural Sciences, Macquarie University
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Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
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Honorary Enterprise Professor, School of Population and Global Health, and Department of General Practice and Primary Care, The University of Melbourne
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Clinical Associate Professor and Principal Hospital Scientist, University of Sydney
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Associate Professor & Principal Fellow in Urban Risk & Resilience, The University of Melbourne
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Associate Professor, Epidemiology, Deakin University
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Program Director, Health and Aged Care, Grattan Institute
