UNSW Medicine

newborn baby in hospital bed lying on their back with hospital bracelets on feet

Testing in the newborn period is more effective than conventional clinical diagnosis pathways for improving health outcomes in infants with the rare genetic disease.

Bacon frying on barbecue

Processed meats are a staple in Australian diets, but according to experts at UNSW Sydney they contribute to cancer risk.

Person receiving vaccination

Clinical trial results for a new melanoma vaccine are promising, but UNSW Sydney experts say key questions still need to be answered.

Surfer with a board going into the surf off rocks

When a loved one is struggling in the water, you might want to rush in to save them. But make sure you stop and think or you could become the one in trouble.

Hyde Park Sydney

Urban green space reduces cardiovascular disease risk, and more trees are key. 

Bushfire and smoke

Be prepared. Download an air quality app, stock up on respirators and stay inside if you can.

professor bob graham in the laboratory

UNSW molecular cardiology pioneer Bob Graham has been elected Vice-President of the Australian Academy of Science and Secretary of Biological Sciences.

Professor Kim Delbaere

The projects to receive funding include a minimally invasive treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea and an exercise program to prevent falls.

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Professor Perminder Sanchdev

The UNSW researcher is recognised for his research into healthy brain ageing and prevention and early diagnosis of dementia.

Young woman on a mobile phone

Voices from frontline workers, victims and survivors, and users of violence identify what’s working and what’s not.

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