The University of Western Australia
Leading the charge on Indigenous suicide prevention
Suicide among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is twice as high as other Australians, and for younger people its higher still.
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Edith Cowan University
Key focus on women athletes' health and performance
Women athletes' health and performance are now a key topic among global scientific research, medical and sporting communities.
Edith Cowan University
Indigenous Influencers use TikTok to raise HPV awareness
ECU has engaged TikTok Influencers to educate Aboriginal teenagers about human papillomavirus (HPV). Sam and Ben Stubbs, both WAFL players, hosted a workshop to create social media content about the dangers of the virus - which if unvaccinated can lead to deadly cancers.
Edith Cowan University
Exercise, peer support and a bit of luck is the secret to reaching 100
It has been longed stressed that exercise plays a vital role in overall wellbeing and health as well as longevity, something Kevin Ryan, who recently celebrated his 100th birthday, is a great testament to.
Edith Cowan University
New human genome platform at ECU opens doors
Edith Cowan University's Centre for Precision Health has become the first research facility in WA to have the capabilities of mapping the entire human genome.
University of the Sunshine Coast
A PTSD powerhouse
UniSC launches National PTSD Research Centre
Edith Cowan University
ECU Professor hosts new Channel 9 TV show featuring ECU Race Team
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is set to feature in Channel 9's hit new show Innovation Nation.
Edith Cowan University
Bright sparks in the heart of Busselton
ECU has partnered with the City of Busselton to deliver some incredible opportunities for budding musicians and performers in the South West over the coming months.
Edith Cowan University
Kids benefit from record breaking movie season
The recently wrapped up 2023-2024 Telethon Community Cinemas film season has been declared the "Greatest Season of all Time!" by Event Coordinator and founder, Ken Gibbons.
CQUniversity Australia
U-BEACH: A beach for everyone
The beach is Australia’s most popular recreation destination, but for 45 per cent of people with a disability it is impossible to access the beach.
Curtin University
Free tax services for vulnerable communities
The tax system, whether you earn income or not, can be complex and many social service payments are linked to people meeting their tax obligations.
The University of Melbourne
Could your GP prescribe a parkrun instead of a pill?
‘Social prescribing’ is a growing area where health professionals connect patients to non-medical services and activities to benefit their wellbeing.