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17 October 2024
Standing more may not reduce cardiovascular disease risk, could increase circulatory disease
Over the long-term, standing more compared with sitting does not improve cardiovascular health, and could increase the risk of circulatory issues related to standing, such as varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis.
11 October 2024
A long way from home: Kyaw Myat Thu's journey from Myanmar to Sydney
PhD student and Myanmar medical doctor Kyaw Myat Thu arrived in Sydney in 2020, facing the dual challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and the emotional strain of a military coup back home. He aims to use his research to strengthen healthcare systems in conflict zones like Myanmar.
11 October 2024
From Computer Engineer in Silicon Valley to Rural Generalist GP in Broken Hill
Josh Crase’s decision to study medicine came after a successful career in computer engineering. But an increasing desire to help others living with chronic disease, such as diabetes and obesity, led him to change course in a dramatic way.
10 October 2024
Sydney student discovers critical flaw in global cancer research
For undergraduate Danielle Oste, a student research project led to the discovery of phantom cell lines, throwing into question the legitimacy of hundreds of academic cancer research papers.
10 October 2024
Over 160,000 new virus species discovered by AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been used to reveal details of a diverse and fundamental branch of life living right under our feet and in every corner of the globe.
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