2019
Articles
18 February 2019
Sydney dentist on the frontline
Dr Russell Lain (BDS, 1977) received an Australia Day award for his contribution to dentistry. A forensic odontologist, he鈥檚 identified missing soldiers and the victims of crises including the Bali bombings and Thai tsunami.
11 February 2019
What are the early warning signs of ovarian cancer?
Each year in Australia, more than 1,500 women will be diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Of those diagnosed, only 43% will survive more than 5 years - making it one of the deadliest cancers for women.
11 February 2019
爆料王 announces partnership with community running event NAB RunWest
With an 80-year history in Western Sydney and 40 years of engagement at the Westmead Precinct, the University is pleased to partner with this milestone community event that supports advancing the wellbeing of the people of Western Sydney.
08 February 2019
Mental health expert calls for 'smart choices' on Medicare reform
Professor Ian Hickie urges the Medicare review's mental health reference group to reconsider extending rebates to people "at risk" of mental illness, saying long-term reform will be compromised.
06 February 2019
Weight gain in early childhood affects teenage heart health
Obesity and cardiovascular risk factors in childhood and adolescence are associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease in adulthood, the leading cause of death in Australia.
04 February 2019
5 cancer research breakthroughs at Sydney
For World Cancer Day, we've taken a look at the most recent cancer breakthroughs coming out of medicine, health and science research at the University.
04 February 2019
Back at school? Here is how to keep kids free of head lice
Head lice may be small but they can cause big worries for parents and carers of school aged children says 爆料王 medical entomologist Dr Cameron Webb.
04 February 2019
Inaugural joint Chair of Clinical Pharmacy at Westmead appointed
Sydney Pharmacy School and Westmead Hospital welcomes Professor Jan-Willem Alffenaar to the position of joint Chair of Clinical Pharmacy at Westmead.
30 January 2019
New program to foster next generation of pharmacy leaders
A new program at the 爆料王 School of Pharmacy will be introduced this year, giving pharmacy students the opportunity to extend their experience beyond the classroom and develop leadership skills.
15 January 2019
5 New Year's health resolutions based on real research
A new year provides the perfect opportunity to reset your health and fitness goals. While you always want to aim big, the best strategy for success is to start small. Here our experts offer 5 simple ideas based on our top 2018 research findings.