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More research needed on airborne ultrasound health effects
Health Physics
Airborne ultrasound exposure guidelines from 1984 are being revisited by the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection due to their use in emerging technology. Airborne ultrasound exposure guidelines from 1984 are being revisited Read more about More research needed on airborne ultrasound health effects
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How this common cockroach took over the world
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS)
Australian and international research has reconstructed the spread of the common German cockroach from an ancestor in Asia to every inhabited continent in the world. The researchers compared the DNA of 281 cockroaches collected from 17 countries Read more about How this common cockroach took over the world
Australia; International; WAThe University of Western Australia|National University of Singapore -
2023's record low Antarctic sea ice ‘extremely unlikely’ without climate change
Geophysical Research Letters
UK scientists say record-low levels of sea ice around Antarctica in 2023 were extremely unlikely to happen without the influence of climate change. This low was a one-in-a-2000-year event without climate change and four times more likely under its Read more about 2023's record low Antarctic sea ice ‘extremely unlikely’ without climate change
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Intriguing connections between Alzheimer’s disease and other common conditions
Alzheimer's & Dementia: Diagnosis, Assessment & Disease Monitoring
A Florey study has found that while some medical conditions appear to increase our likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s disease, others appear to decrease the odds. People with anxiety and neurological disorders are 1. 5 and 2. 5 times more likely Read more about Intriguing connections between Alzheimer’s disease and other common conditions
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The tentacles of retracted science reach deep into social media. A simple button could change that.
Proceedings of the ACM on Human-Computer Interaction
On social media, health myths based on debunked science abound. A new tool could be social media’s best defence against misinformation. A University of Sydney team is hoping to help social media users identify posts featuring misinformation and Read more about The tentacles of retracted science reach deep into social media. A simple button could change that.
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Contraception options should be given with oral retinoids to avoid serious harm to unborn babies
Australasian Journal of Dermatology
Prescription oral retinoids to treat acne are increasing in popularity. Concerningly, data reveals not enough precautions are being taken to protect women from the risk of serious congenital abnormalities if they fall pregnant while on this Read more about Contraception options should be given with oral retinoids to avoid serious harm to unborn babies
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Can we revolutionise the chemical industry and create a circular economy? Yes, with the help of catalysts
One Earth
A new commentary paper puts forth a transformative solution to the unsustainable reliance on fossil resources by the chemical industry: catalysis to leverage sustainable waste resources, ushering the industry from a linear to a circular economy. The Read more about Can we revolutionise the chemical industry and create a circular economy? Yes, with the help of catalysts
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Adults who have recently vaped more likely to have asthma start at an earlier age
JAMA Network Open
Adults who have recently vaped or used other electronic nicotine delivery systems are more likely to have asthma symptoms start at an earlier age, according to a US study. The researchers found there was a 252% increased risk of the onset of Read more about Adults who have recently vaped more likely to have asthma start at an earlier age
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New AI tool to help beat brain tumours
Nature Medicine
A new AI tool to more quickly and accurately classify brain tumours has been developed by researchers at The Australian National University (ANU). According to Dr Danh-Tai Hoang, precision in diagnosing and categorising tumours is crucial for Read more about New AI tool to help beat brain tumours
Australia; ACTThe Australian National University -
Early arrival and expansion of palaeolithic people on Cyprus
PNAS
The patterns of dispersal of early humans across continents and islands are hotly debated, but researchers have found that Pleistocene hunter-gatherers settled in Cyprus thousands of years earlier than previously thought. In examining the timing of Read more about Early arrival and expansion of palaeolithic people on Cyprus
Australia; NSW; QLD; SAFlinders University|ARC Centre of Excellence for Australian Biodiversity and Heritage (CABAH)... -
Artificial intelligence and the future of surgery
Nature Medicine
Artificial intelligence has the potential to transform surgical medicine for patients, doctors and the health system, according to a review published in Nature Medicine. University of Auckland researchers say that while autonomous robot-surgeons Read more about Artificial intelligence and the future of surgery
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Men at greater risk of major health effects of diabetes than women
the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health
Men are at greater risk than women of the major health effects of diabetes (types 1 and 2), suggests a long-term Australian study. Rates of cardiovascular disease, leg, foot, and kidney complications, and the sight-threatening eye disease diabetic Read more about Men at greater risk of major health effects of diabetes than women
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Young people spending more than 7 hours on social media may increase their risk of smoking or vaping
Thorax
Children and young people who spend more than seven hours daily on social media have more than double the risk of smoking or vaping, according to international researchers who analysed data from almost 11,000 people in the UK aged between 10 and 25 Read more about Young people spending more than 7 hours on social media may increase their risk of smoking or vaping
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NSW ocean observing program set for expansion
A pioneering ocean observing program based out of the Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS) will reinvigorate vital efforts to monitor the movements of threatened marine reptiles and mammals, enhance coastal observing and develop oceanographic Read more about NSW ocean observing program set for expansion
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Mediterranean diet linked to reduced anxiety
Nutrients
Consuming more nuts, fruit and legumes and fewer sugary drinks may help people aged over 60 feel less anxious and stressed, according to research led by the University of the Sunshine Coast. Consuming more nuts, fruit and legumes and fewer sugary Read more about Mediterranean diet linked to reduced anxiety
Australia; QLD; SAUniversity of the Sunshine Coast|University of South Australia -
Pyramids along barren desert strip could hint at long-lost branch of the Nile
Communications Earth & Environment
A famous strip of ancient Egyptian pyramids could be a clue pointing to a long-lost branch of the river Nile now buried under farmland and desert, according to Australian and international researchers. 31 pyramids, including the Giza complex, have Read more about Pyramids along barren desert strip could hint at long-lost branch of the Nile
Australia; International; NSWMacquarie University|University of North Carolina, USA -
EXPERT REACTION: Electronic prescription company MediSecure victim of 'large-scale' data breach
The Australian government is investigating 'large-scale ransomware' data breach of script provider MediSecure. In a statement, MediSecure said they had identified a cyber security incident impacting the personal and health information of individuals Read more about EXPERT REACTION: Electronic prescription company MediSecure victim of 'large-scale' data breach
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Miniature, lab-created human organs to fast-track new disease treatments
Creating tiny, laboratory grown organs is one of the latest developments in the search for new personalised medical treatments — and a new Curtin University-led project is looking to enhance this breakthrough’s real-world impact. Creating tiny, Read more about Miniature, lab-created human organs to fast-track new disease treatments
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Significant progress on cancer therapy
International Journal of Radiation Oncology, Biology, Physics
Research demonstrated that internally generated neutrons could be used to effectively target micro-infiltrates and cancer cells outside of the defined treatment regions. This innovative approach could have a significant impact on the treatment of a Read more about Significant progress on cancer therapy
Australia; NSWAustralian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO)... -
Diabetes medication risk in aged care revealed
Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice
An Australian-first study by the Registry of Senior Australians (ROSA) investigating the use of blood sugar-lowering medications among residents with diabetes in aged care homes nationwide, has revealed the rising use of insulin and ongoing high use Read more about Diabetes medication risk in aged care revealed
Australia; SASouth Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI)...