Health
Physically demanding jobs linked to poor health in delayed retirement
Men and women who have physically demanding jobs may experience poorer mental and physical health if they delay their retirement,…
Study finds red meat as part of a healthy diet linked to reduced risk of MS
People who consume unprocessed red meat as part of a healthy Mediterranean diet may reduce their risk of multiple sclerosis…
Curtin Professor recognised for commitment to mental health nursing
A Curtin University academic and registered mental health nurse has been presented the 2019 Lifetime Achievement Honour at the Western…
New report finds valued volunteers stay longer
People are more likely to volunteer for a longer period of time if they are told they are making a…
Curtin ranked among world’s top 300 in latest global university rankings
Curtin University has jumped into the world’s top 300 universities, according to the CWTS Leiden Ranking 2019 released overnight. Curtin…
New report finds alcohol advertising is impossible to escape for Aussie kids
The regulation of alcohol marketing is so weak in Australia that alcohol advertisements are being seen on school buses, across…
New study aims to improve the lives of children living in out-of-home care
A new Curtin University-led research project aims to improve the outcomes of young people transitioning from out-of-home care to independent…
New Curtin trial aims to help WA kids form healthy eating habits
Western Australian parents who are keen to encourage their children to eat healthier food will be given the opportunity to…
New Curtin trial shows increased physical activity in retirement villages
A new Curtin University trial has helped older Australians living in retirement villages increase their levels of walking and minimise…
Curtin establishes new Dementia Centre of Excellence
Curtin University will establish a new research centre focused on improving the lives of people living with and at risk…