Health
Curtin student named Forrest Research Foundation Scholar
A Curtin University PhD student whose research aims to contribute toward improving outcomes for patients living with malignant melanoma has…
Curtin study finds personal data fears stop people using mobile health apps
New Curtin University research has found a lack of understanding about the security of their personal data is a major…
Study finds tiny ‘nano’ capsules effective in treating type two diabetes
Curtin University researchers have developed tiny capsules that are able to effectively target the liver and pancreas reducing the inflammatory…
Study finds bereavement program helps children deal with grief
A new bereavement program designed for children who are dealing with the sudden loss of a parent or sibling has…
Book on meat alternatives market wins prized World Book Gourmand Award
A book by Curtin researchers about the booming meat alternatives market was recognised at the recent World Book Gourmand Awards,…
Common asbestos lung disease does not increase risk of lung cancer
People who are diagnosed with the most common form of asbestos-related lung disease are not at an increased risk of…
Conceiving within six months of birth does not increase risk of diabetes
Curtin University researchers have found insufficient evidence to suggest that falling pregnant again within six months of giving birth is…
New program boosts exercise among South Asian and Middle East women
South Asian and Middle Eastern women living in Western Australia will now have the opportunity to benefit from a new…
Curtin study prompts re-think of lifting with a straight back
New Curtin University research has found no evidence to suggest that lifting with a rounded, flexed back caused an increased…
New report exposes ‘pink and pretty’ alcohol marketing tactics to women
A new report has uncovered the tactics the alcohol industry is using to make their products more appealing to women…