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National study to investigate risk factors for back and neck pain
Back and neck pain are major public health burdens with millions of sufferers around ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥. Now, a nationwide study will for the first time explore the significant impact of these conditions on health and welfare.
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Scientists find way to wipe a cell's memory to better reprogram it as a stem cell
ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n scientists have resolved a long-standing problem in regenerative medicine, developing a new method to reprogram human cells to better mimic embryonic stem cells.
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New global campaign for better healthcare for everyone
An international coalition of global health organisations, led by the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide’s JBI, has launched a new campaign calling for urgent action to advance global health equity.Â
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Are you missing out on the super benefits of chia seeds?
Chia seeds are a popular superfood but consumers may not be getting the most benefit possible out of them.
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Funding boost to help reduce surgery side effects
A pilot trial is now underway to reduce the side effects experienced by patients who require a general anaesthetic and pain relief during surgery.
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Top talent to boost cancer research
The search for a tailored treatment for cancerous tumours has been bolstered with the appointment of an internationally recognised expert to the South ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n Immunogenomics Cancer Institute (SAiGENCI).
New therapy could help chronic myeloid leukemia patients live drug-free
The latest research from the ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide and the South ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) has discovered a potential new therapy for chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) patients who’ve achieved excellent results from current treatment and are hoping to live life medication free.
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Targeting proteins may lead to MS treatment breakthrough
ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ of Adelaide researchers will investigate if they can target proteins to divert cells that cause multiple sclerosis (MS) from entering the brain.
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New discovery to bulk up gluten-free fibre supplement
Scientists have for the first time constructed the reference genome for the source of the popular fibre supplement, psyllium husk, which could boost supplies of the versatile plant-derived product.
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Putting patient voice at the front of healthcare
When it comes to decision-making in healthcare, how much consideration should be given to patient voice?
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