by Matilda Meikle | Oct 21, 2024 | Science
Social factors have been identified as a major influence on dementia risk. In a study co-led by UNSW Business School and UNSW Medicine, it has been found that prioritising social health can improve cognitive functions. What is dementia? Dementia is a condition...
by Esha Walia | Sep 4, 2024 | Business, Science, Technology
The Healthy Habits Quiz is backed by psychology and behavioural science, addressing not just what people eat, but why they eat it, according to CSIRO Research Scientist Dr Naomi Kakoschke. National science agency CSIRO launched a new tool this month called the Healthy...
by Matilda Meikle | Mar 1, 2024 | Charity
Australia is a country always seeking to make a difference, as shown by the abundance of impactful charities operating year-round. But sometimes, choosing the right organisation for you can be difficult. That’s why we are placing the spotlight on three incredible...
by The Lighthouse | Sep 13, 2023 | Science
New research has shown that COVID-19 can fuse brain cells together, and could explain brain fog, headaches, loss of taste and smell and other long-term neurological symptoms some patients experience. Many viruses, including the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19,...
by Matilda Meikle | May 9, 2023 | Science
Scientists have discovered a new treatment that could solve one of Australia’s biggest health problems. The clinical trial, which was undertaken at Macquarie University, focused on developing a better understanding of the causes of chronic back pain, and the...
