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Record number of new NT medical students
A record number of 39 medical students are starting their journey at Flinders University in Darwin this week, a 30% total increase in new students when compared to last year.
South Australia
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Proceed with caution–the meteoric rise of 0% alcohol drinks
New research from Flinders University has revealed that parents are feeling conflicted, confused and concerned when it comes to zero-alcohol beer, wine and spirts and adolescents.
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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.
University of South Australia
Invasive weed could be turned into a viable economic crop
The prickly paddy melon weed, which costs the agricultural industry around $100 million a year in lost grain yields, cattle deaths, and control measures, could turn into an unlikely money spinner as a source of urease enzymes to create bio cement and prevent soil erosion.
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Avoiding cloudy messaging: Vape prevention campaigns face challenges
Flinders University researchers say that cohesive and collaborative action from preventive health communicators and organisations is needed to inform young people about the devastating harms of vaping.
University of South Australia
Transforming anatomy from a first-year headache to many students’ favourite subject
Anatomy is widely recognised as one of the most challenging subjects for first-year allied health students.
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Protecting South Australian first responders
Research shows emergency service personnel are twice as likely to develop anxiety, depression, and PTSD but a new Flinders University support program is aiming to prevent the onset of mental health conditions for first responders.
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Sleep apnea solution could be right under your nose
Australian researchers have discovered that a bedtime nasal spray has the potential to reduce the severity of sleep apnea in people and lower their blood pressure.
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Inaugural diploma graduates at Port Adelaide Academy of Sport kick-off their careers
The Port Adelaide Academy of Sport is a joint initiative between Flinders University and the Port Adelaide Football Club which offers a unique pathway for students with a passion for AFL and sports.
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Flinders University hits a high note with its new City Campus at Festival Plaza
Flinders University has opened the doors to its new City Campus, bringing Flinders’ special brand of student-centred learning to a landmark location at Festival Plaza in the heart of North Terrace.
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Strategies to shield breast cancer patients from lymphoedema
In a global effort to improve the lives of breast cancer survivors, new leading health research has looked at strategies that can help prevent lymphoedema for millions of cancer survivors as a result of damage or removal of their lymph nodes during cancer treatment.
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Praise for ‘social supermarket’ model
A new model of ‘social supermarket’ providing affordable food and social supports for people experiencing financial stress in South Australia should be expanded, experts say.