Study Shows Low Dose Aspirin Lowers Occurrence on New Clots
27 August, 2014 by Petrina SmithLow dose aspirin lowers the occurrence of new venous blood clots - and represents a reasonable treatment option for patients who are not candidates for long-term anticoagulant drugs, such as warfarin, according to a new study published in today's issue of Circulation.
Light at the end of the tunnel for persistent pain sufferers
09 August, 2014 by ahhbFor the 3.5 million Australians who live with persistent pain, new research into using light to turn pain on and off could literally be the light at the end of the tunnel, writes Karyn Markwell from the Australian Pain Management Association (APMA).
Griffith University Research Leadership Excellence Award Announced
30 May, 2014 by Petrina SmithBuilding clinical nursing research capacity has been the focus for Professor Wendy Chaboyer, recipient of the Griffith University Vice Chancellor’s Research Leadership Excellence Award.
Indigenous Elders Speak Out on Self Harm and Suicide
22 April, 2014 by Petrina SmithThirty-one Elders and community representatives from 17 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities around Australia have contributed to a report into self-harm and suicide in which they offer ways in which to address the tragedy.
Dance for Parkinson's Program Research
09 April, 2014 by Petrina Smith[caption id="attachment_7451" align="alignright" width="442"] Dance for Parkinson's pilot program. Photographer Christian Tiger[/caption]
Dentist's Day Highlights The Field of Epigenetics as it Relates to Oral Health
06 March, 2014 by Petrina SmithIn a new paper published in the Australian Dental Journal, researchers from the University of Adelaide's School of Dentistry have written about the current and future use of the field of epigenetics as it relates to oral health.
Help Break the Stigma on World Mental Health Day
10 October, 2013 by Petrina SmithWhile a number of high profile Australians are getting behind World Mental Health Day today, there is no reason everyone can't join in.
Elderspeak - It could be life threatening
03 October, 2013 by ahhbA new term is creeping into the medical dictionary as the population ages – elderspeak. Research has shown elderspeak can lead to a negative attitude towards ageing and this in turn can reduce life spans by more than seven years, writes Peter Waterman.
The Australian Hospital & Healthcare Bulletin Summer 2011/12 - Industry Q&A 2
06 October, 2012 by John ConnoleRod Young, CEO of Aged Care Association Australia, spoke to Australian Hospital and Healthcare Bulletin about the changing aged care landscape.
