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More educated population and government untrustworthy: research

A new report has been released giving a snapshot of the social landscape in Australia. The Australian Cohesion Index 2023, developed by the Scanlon Foundation Research Institute, shows positive strides in health and education overall, reflecting a healthy and educated population. However, the report shows there are many challenges ahead, like trust in government and …

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One thousand Australians in need for bone marrow

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Bone Marrow Donor Day kicks off on 16 September, raising awareness about the importance of donating bone marrow to treat blood cancer. Around 20,000 Australians are expected to be diagnosed with blood cancer this year, and the donor pool is not meeting local patients’ needs. On top of this, more donors from different cultural backgrounds …

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Ultrathin nanotechnology offers alternative to antibiotic resistance

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A new research discovered ultrathin nanotechnology could be used as an alternative to antibiotic resistance derived from black phosphorus. This technology could help treat infection and wound healing in patients. Image: Image by D3Damon Produced By: Bianca Mulheron Featured In Story: Dr Aaron Elbourne – Senior Research Fellow at the School of Sciences from RMIT …

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Eye tracking technology assisting dementia patients

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Eye tracking technology has had a bad rap of late: it’s been associated with pervasive security at big retail outlets and many have suggested its potential to intrude on privacy far outweighs its benefits. But researchers at Flinders University say they’ve found the technology can actually assist people with dementia – especially the aged and …

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Tackling communication and swallowing challenges for Australians

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Over 4.4 million Australians facing communication and swallowing difficulties that impact their quality of life. These difficulties encompass a range of issues that hinder their ability to interact effectively and consume food safely. As a result, addressing these challenges is crucial for enhancing the well-being and daily experiences of this substantial portion of the Australian …

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Proposed medicine dispensation will affect regional areas

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Changes to how pharmacies dispense medications will start next month. Some patients will soon be able to get scripts which last two months, rather than just one. The federal government says it will make medicines cheaper for people and many won’t have to visit the GP as often, just to get scripts renewed. However, pharmacies …

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Kids More Reliant on Anxiety Meds

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The use of Anxiety meds is up in both young people and the broader population, according to new research. But are the medications actually over prescribed? Or are we continuing to advance sufficient medical care. Image: Image: Shutterstock – PhotoJuli86 Produced By: Jayde Hand Featured In Story: Dr Andrew Leech – General Practioner …

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Banning commercial surrogacy may not be the answer

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Research reveals that bans on commercial surrogacy in Thailand hasn’t stopped the practice, but instead left surrogates unsupported and exploited. Commercial surrogacy is prohibited in various countries including Thailand. As a result of the ban, surrogates often cross borders to participate in surrogacy programs, sometimes with only agency support. Despite the positive experiences some surrogates …

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