healthcare - Universities Matter (Page 2)

Charles Darwin University

Got a chronic disease and fear of needles? A prick-free natural alternative is on the horizon

A Charles Darwin University (CDU) researcher is a step closer to replacing the needle to deliver drugs in the treatment of many chronic diseases.

Flinders University

Health expenses a huge burden for Aboriginal families

Almost $1 million from the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) will fund a new project aiming to develop an app that can help with the burden of out-of-pocket healthcare expenses.

Southern Cross University

New research shows surfers, swimmers and runners face higher risk of melanoma

A Southern Cross University research team has shown the prevalence of melanoma skin cancer is 120 times higher in surfers than in the general population.

University of the Sunshine Coast

Patient-paramedic trust can help free up emergency departments: study

The professionalism and compassion of paramedics attending emergency calls can reduce unnecessary presentations at hospital emergency departments, according to University of the Sunshine Coast research by a veteran ambulance officer.