Health

Older woman receiving COVID-19 vaccination

During the COVID-19 pandemic, discussions with peers played a large role in people’s decisions around vaccination, new research from UNSW Sydney shows.

person sitting on couch with arms crossed in front of stomach

It’s time to improve treatments and raise survival rates for people with ovarian cancer, says an honorary academic from UNSW Arts, Design & Architecture.

Ki Wook Kim

The Career Development Award will fund research into the link between viruses and type 1 diabetes.

Sad young man sitting on the floor looking through the window

A new report sheds light on trends in overdose and other drug-induced deaths in Australia and identifies steps to avoid some deaths.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has had serious and lasting negative impacts on children’s and adolescents’ mental health.

Rear view of a grey-haired person clutching their head over a wooden table

Researchers uncover evidence in hospital data showing link between dementia and self-harm.

a young adult cancer patient wearing a headscarf sitting by the window

A simple tool shows promise for identifying cancer survivors struggling with concerns their cancer will return.

Three older women laughing in activewear at the park

Having good social connections is linked to better brain health and a longer life.

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Alcohol and drug addiction impacts families as well as the people afflicted.

Fluorescent microscope image of malaria parasite Plasmodium forming flagella during sexual maturation

Our battle with malaria disease has lasted thousands of years. We need better vaccines or we risk losing, according to UNSW Sydney researchers.

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