Health and Medicine
Wellness through research and revolutionary patient care
Health and Medicine
Wellness through research and revolutionary patient care
We need to talk about what smartphones are doing to kids’ brains
OPINION: The Federal Government has announced raising the minimum age for social media to 16 over mental health concerns, but researchers are also worried about potential loss of brain function. Professor Mark Williams says there may be a link between excessive screen use and younger-onset dementia.
New breast implant illness data supports removal
A three-year research project on breast implant complications is continuing to build on the body of knowledge on breast implant illness, with the latest data showing ongoing physical and psychological benefits after removing the implants, Professor Anand Deva says.
How a new method of describing mental illnesses could revolutionise treatment
A new Macquarie University study suggests that instead of relying on the ‘bible’ of mental health diagnosis, we need a data-driven approach based on the ways symptoms naturally co-occur, and researchers say this approach could have major implications for future treatment options.
Natural disasters shake our sense of control, but preparation key for coping and recovery
As summer approaches, so does the possibility of severe bushfires, cyclones and floods. Mindspot Director Professor Nick Titov shares some tips on how to protect your mental health alongside your physical safety if you find yourself in an emergency situation.
Teens' social media damage can't be fixed without legislation
Dr Danielle Einstein explains why Australia needs nationwide legislation to force social media companies to take responsibility for their part in driving hostile behaviour and teen anxiety.
Why subtle changes in memory and thinking should not be dismissed
Underdiagnosis and social isolation may contribute to many older Australians missing out on medical care, new Macquarie University research shows.
Insults, swear words and name-calling: the rules that stop pollies taking it too far
With news that Victoria has a list of words deemed ‘unparliamentary’, linguist Annabelle Lukin explains the rules governing what all Australian politicians can and can't say about their fellow MPs while the parliament is sitting.
Trial of new vaccines for kidney and bladder cancer begins
Kidney and bladder cancer patients at Macquarie University Hospital are among the first in the world to receive cutting-edge personalised vaccines to prevent the recurrence of their tumours.
Cognitive impacts of multiple sclerosis now clear
Cognitive impairment is not as prevalent in the most common form of multiple sclerosis (MS) as previously reported, new research has shown.
Gene therapy discovery triggers hope for glaucoma patients
Macquarie University researchers have identified a gene therapy that could help treat the eye disease glaucoma, with potential applications for other neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease.
Journalling about everyday stressors could boost resilience
Just 15 minutes a week spent writing about how we have successfully coped with difficult situations could help make us more resilient, Macquarie University psychology researchers have found.
Walking to combat back pain: world-first study shows dramatic improvement
Adults with a history of low back pain lasted nearly twice as long without a recurrence if they walked regularly, a world-first study has found.