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Salt substitute could reduce high blood pressure problems
Journal of the American College of Cardiology
Replacing regular salt with a salt substitute could reduce incidences of high blood pressure in older adults, without increasing the risk of low blood pressure episodes, according to international researchers. The team included 611 participants 55 Read more about Salt substitute could reduce high blood pressure problems
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Tracking a preschoolers eye movements could help detect autism
PLOS ONE
Tracking the eye movement of preschoolers for as little as one minute could help with the early detection of autism spectrum disorder, according to Australian research. The study tracked the eye movements of children both with and without autism Read more about Tracking a preschoolers eye movements could help detect autism
Australia; NSWThe University of New South Wales -
Using a substitute could be a cost-effective option to cut back on the salt
JAMA Network Open
Replacing regular salt with a salt substitute could be a potential cost-saving strategy, according to Aussie and international researchers. The team conducted a trial of 1,612 adults in 48 eldercare facilities across China, splitting the residents Read more about Using a substitute could be a cost-effective option to cut back on the salt
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Some proteins in the blood could warn of dementia a decade before diagnosis
Nature Aging
Changes in the levels of specific proteins in the blood could predict a dementia diagnosis up to a decade early, according to international research. The team used data from the UK Biobank study to search for patterns in the blood of a large group Read more about Some proteins in the blood could warn of dementia a decade before diagnosis
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When human bodies decay, they all share this interesting feature
Nature Microbiology
The kind of microbiome present when a human dies and decomposes – that is, the combination of microscopic organisms including bacteria and tiny fungi – is universal regardless of location or environmental conditions, according to international Read more about When human bodies decay, they all share this interesting feature
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Most Aussies who die of alcohol poisoning are older, experienced drinkers
Drug and Alcohol Review
Older, more experienced heavy drinkers are more likely to die of alcohol poisoning in Australia than younger drinkers, according to Australian research. The team identified 891 cases of fatal alcohol poisoning from the past decade and analysed them Read more about Most Aussies who die of alcohol poisoning are older, experienced drinkers
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Conservatives and progressives both less likely to change their minds about drug stigma
Drug and Alcohol Review
People with moderate politics and values are more likely to change their minds when it comes to stigmatising views on people who inject drugs, according to Australian research. The team surveyed about 250 people about their social/political values Read more about Conservatives and progressives both less likely to change their minds about drug stigma
Australia; NSWThe University of New South Wales -
Baby Mars had volcanic tantrums
Nature Astronomy
The early years of our celestial neighbour Mars' existence was likely followed by a period of volcanic eruptions and cycling crust, according to international researchers. The team looked at remote sensing data from a few orbiting satellites and say Read more about Baby Mars had volcanic tantrums
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Famous athletes are the most common type of role model for Indigenous children
Australian Journal of Social Issues
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander boys overwhelmingly look up to their favourite athletes as role models, according to Australian research. The team surveyed 307 Indigenous children aged 10-12 from around Australia, asking them to name someone Read more about Famous athletes are the most common type of role model for Indigenous children
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New sun safety advice tailored for Australia’s diverse population
Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health
A new paper led by researchers from QIMR Berghofer paves the way for more specific public health information to provide a better balance between the harms and benefits of sun exposure in Australia. The paper, published in ANZJPH, acknowledges that Read more about New sun safety advice tailored for Australia’s diverse population
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EXPERT REACTION: UN report on migratory species shows shocking state of wildlife
Conference of Parties to the UN Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS COP14)
Nearly half (44%) of the world’s migratory species are showing population decline, according to the first-ever report on the State of the World’s Migratory Species by the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), Read more about EXPERT REACTION: UN report on migratory species shows shocking state of wildlife
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Physical activity could help with pain in cancer survivors
Cancer
Being physically active may help with the ongoing pain that people with cancer often experience, according to Aussie researchers. The team analysed information from 10,651 with past cancer diagnosis as well as 51,439 adults without a history of Read more about Physical activity could help with pain in cancer survivors
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Indigenous families' needs are not considered when trialling parenting programs in Australia
Medical Journal of Australia
The specific needs and interests of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families have not generally been considered in Australian trials of parenting programs that aim to improve the mental and physical health of children, according to new research Read more about Indigenous families' needs are not considered when trialling parenting programs in Australia
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Monkey see, monkey do: how sideline sports behaviours affect kids
Frontiers in Sports and Active Living
For children’s sports, there’s no doubt that parents are essential – they’re the free ferry service, the half-time orange supplier, and the local cheer squad. But when it comes to sideline behaviour, some parents can behave badly, and when Read more about Monkey see, monkey do: how sideline sports behaviours affect kids
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LEGO® robotics therapy may be a pull for improving school attendance rates for autistic teenagers
Flinders University
A social development program based on LEGO® therapy, combined with robotics, may have the potential to reduce school absenteeism for autistic teenagers, which is currently three times higher than their peers. LEGO® therapy uses toy bricks as a Read more about LEGO® robotics therapy may be a pull for improving school attendance rates for autistic teenagers
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T cells team-up to protect the liver from infection
Nature Communications
Researchers at the Centenary Institute have made an important breakthrough in understanding how the immune system fights off infections in the liver – paving the way for more specific and effective therapies to treat and prevent liver diseases Read more about T cells team-up to protect the liver from infection
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Strongest contender in decades in fight against breast cancer
The Lancet Oncology
For decades, hormonal treatment of breast cancer has been going in one direction – blocking estrogen. Now a global study involving researchers at the University of Adelaide has discovered there may be another, less toxic way to defeat the most Read more about Strongest contender in decades in fight against breast cancer
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Dancing may be better than other exercise for improving mental health
Sports Medicine
A structured dance program may be better than other physical activities in improving well-being and cognitive capacity. A structured dance program of at least six weeks’ duration can significantly improve psychological and cognitive health Read more about Dancing may be better than other exercise for improving mental health
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Young people urged to wash their hands and follow food safety tips
As students return to University, the Food Safety Information Council is urging them to follow simple food safety tips to avoid being one of the estimated 4. 67 million cases of foodborne disease each year in Australia. A recent Australia-wide Read more about Young people urged to wash their hands and follow food safety tips
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Need to lower your blood pressure? Try Tai Chi
JAMA Network Open
Want to reduce your blood pressure? Give tai chi a go, say Chinese researchers. The team conducted a trial with 342 participants aged 18 to 65 with prehypertension – a warning sign that they may get high blood pressure in the future. Participants Read more about Need to lower your blood pressure? Try Tai Chi
InternationalChina Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, China
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