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'Bastard of a disease': hopes for brain treatments grow

'Bastard of a disease': hopes for brain treatments grow

Rates of a degenerative brain disease are increasing but a first-of-its kind Australian facility is leading the way to find a cure for motor neurone disease.

Carers face dementia toll but there's 'joy to be had'

Carers face dementia toll but there's 'joy to be had'

Carers face dementia toll but there's 'joy to be had'

Carers face dementia toll but there's 'joy to be had'

Australians caring for loved ones with dementia are paying a steep price, with a national survey exposing how the disease impacts both patients and carers.

'It's always there': high cost of chronic pain on kids

'It's always there': high cost of chronic pain on kids

'It's always there': high cost of chronic pain on kids

'It's always there': high cost of chronic pain on kids

Kids with chronic pain conditions are struggling to have their symptoms taken seriously, a study has found, despite impacting most aspects of their lives.

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Speaking up for lives harmed by alcohol in the womb

Speaking up for lives harmed by alcohol in the womb

A national campaign is seeking to destigmatise and raise awareness of a physical and neurodevelopmental condition caused by prenatal alcohol exposure.

Elevated rates of MND found in regional Australia

Elevated rates of MND found in regional Australia

Motor neuron disease is impacting people in some parts of western NSW at rates of up to seven times higher than the global average.

Major MND move must go nationwide for research boost

Major MND move must go nationwide for research boost

Experts hope a fresh development in the battle against motor neurone disease will become a national priority, as a state helps researchers develop better care.

Scientist's brainstorm transforms dementia-risk testing

Scientist's brainstorm transforms dementia-risk testing

A pivotal moment in a dementia clinic waiting room has led researchers to create a quick, simple test that reveals a person's risk of developing the disease.

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Irritable bowel study seeks clues on why women targeted

Irritable bowel study seeks clues on why women targeted

Irritable bowel study seeks clues on why women targeted

Irritable bowel study seeks clues on why women targeted

Women are twice as likely to suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome and often endure worse symptoms than men, but treatments are not tailored to their needs.

Heart disease injection edges industry closer to cure

Heart disease injection edges industry closer to cure

Heart disease injection edges industry closer to cure

Heart disease injection edges industry closer to cure

Australian researchers believe they are on the cusp on a world-leading breakthrough that could reverse genetic heart disease.

'Enormous' mental health toll for women with endo

'Enormous' mental health toll for women with endo

'Enormous' mental health toll for women with endo

'Enormous' mental health toll for women with endo

More than half of Australian women with endometriosis are experiencing a mental health problem, with new research revealing the hidden toll of the condition.

Nation-first fully-integrated bionic arm to hit shelves

Nation-first fully-integrated bionic arm to hit shelves

Nation-first fully-integrated bionic arm to hit shelves

Nation-first fully-integrated bionic arm to hit shelves

A university startup has developed Australia's first fully-integrated bionic arm, giving hope to users who have given up on heavy, painful prosthetics.

Aust cancer researcher nears personalised immunotherapy

Aust cancer researcher nears personalised immunotherapy

Aust cancer researcher nears personalised immunotherapy

Aust cancer researcher nears personalised immunotherapy

Ines Pires da Silva didn't sit on her laurels after winning a major science prize - she is ever closer to personalising immunotherapy for cancer patients.

New test provides hope for menopause 'tunnel of chaos'

New test provides hope for menopause 'tunnel of chaos'

New test provides hope for menopause 'tunnel of chaos'

New test provides hope for menopause 'tunnel of chaos'

Researchers hope to develop a diagnostic test to detect whether women are at risk of developing cardiovascular disease by looking at menopausal transition.

Alzheimer's blood test to radically change diagnosis

Alzheimer's blood test to radically change diagnosis

Alzheimer's blood test to radically change diagnosis

Alzheimer's blood test to radically change diagnosis

A game-changing new blood test for Alzheimer's disease will soon be rolled out in Australia, but there's a good reason why it won't yet be for everyone.

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Ex-Socceroos captain receives devastating CTE diagnosis

Paul Wade says it's scary knowing his memory is going and he is experiencing mood swings due to the repeated head knocks he copped during his soccer career.

Early risers nudge night owls on metabolic health

Sleeping in has its advantages but research suggests night owls might suffer poorer metabolic health as a result of when, not what, they eat.

Patches could replace needles in vaccines of the future

Australian researchers are part of a new study into tiny, dissolvable micro-needle patches that may one day be an alternative to traditional vaccine injections.

'Pure elation': Aussie IVF innovation sparks baby joy

Australian scientists have achieved the first pregnancies using a trail-blazing 3D-printed IVF device smaller than the width of a human hair.

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Climate concerns after worst dengue season in years

A conference has discussed multi-pronged responses to curtailing a debilitating mosquito-borne disease after an outbreak of over 20,000 cases.

Funding mission aims to offers hope for arthritis cure

A multimillion-dollar research centre to combat arthritis is being heralded as a massive boost for the huge number of Australians who suffer from the disease.

Hospital bed woes trigger boost for care-at-home scheme

Data from Australia's most populous state reveals people are staying in hospital much longer than necessary while waiting for aged care or disability support.

Pioneering researcher remembered as cancer fight ends

A renowned pathologist and former Australian of the Year has been remembered as a selfless fighter who strived to improve the lives of others.

Tax changes push biotech and health sectors offside

Changes to research and development tax could force Australian biotech, med tech and health tech companies offshore, according to sector advocates.

Fight to slay MND 'beast' goes on after Daniher's death

The death of AFL great Neale Daniher from motor neurone disease and NRL player Jai Arrow's diagnosis have thrust the cruel condition back into the spotlight.

Not a 'me' disease: bowel cancer surge in young people

A mysterious rise in bowel cancer rates in young people has doctors stumped and is putting patients through a treatment regime unsuited to their stage of life.

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