Health and Medicine
Wellness through research and revolutionary patient care
Health and Medicine
Wellness through research and revolutionary patient care
Thirty-three years later, a doctor’s compassion still matters
'What a brave decision to make' is how Meryn Bulley remembers her mother Shirley’s choice to stop dialysis in June 1993.
How a soccer injury helped Jasmine change the game in the global fight against TB
A broken ankle threatened to stall Jasmine Williams' research career before it began. Instead, it set her on the path to discovering how the world's deadliest infectious disease outsmarts antibiotics.
'Not just extending life, but preserving moments': MND Gala raises hope and funds for research
In a speech that left the room silent, Ben Bruseker shared his experience of living with Motor Neuron Disease (MND) – the loss of strength, loss of independence and loss of time. But he also shared something unexpected about his disease.
'His fight is our fight': MND researchers pay tribute to Daniher
The legendary AFL footballer and coach will be remembered for his untiring efforts to raise awareness and bring together a national effort to beat MND.
Four out of five cigarettes smoked in Australia are illegal. What’s in them?
An estimated 80 per cent of the cigarettes smoked in Australia last year were illegal, according to new wastewater data from the Bureau of Statistics. We asked respiratory experts what could be in them.
Depression, anxiety can occur in just 14 days without daily habits
New research from Macquarie University has found removing everyday positive mental health behaviours for just two weeks can rapidly trigger symptoms of depression and anxiety in otherwise healthy adults.
Psychologist shortfall to hit 96% by 2038 as sector urges government action
Psychologists have sounded the alarm over “once in a generation” training reforms the government says will plug the gaps in Australia’s crippled mental health workforce.
Macquarie research tackles minerals, cane toads, fisheries and more in ARC boost
Macquarie University researchers have secured more than $3.1 million in ARC Linkage Projects funding to work with industry, government and community partners on groundbreaking studies.
'It’s helped create this awesome daughter of mine': Mental Health Fun Run returns to Macquarie University
Macquarie University’s parkrun will turn into a campus-wide celebration on Saturday 23 May, with staff, students and the community invited to run or walk in fancy dress to raise $50,000 for mental health research.
Beyond discovery: Garry Myers’ move to Macquarie University to advance RNA research
Garry Myers, Macquarie University's new Lead for the Vaccine & RNA Design Centre, talks about his goals for the future of RNA vaccine research and delivery.
Macquarie University hosts landmark RNA research and manufacturing facility
Macquarie University has officially opened a $96 million RNA Research and Manufacturing Facility.
Junk food ads are thriving in games, exposing a gap in Australia’s laws
New research reveals Australian children are being exposed to widespread junk food marketing through online gaming platforms such as Roblox.