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Boy babies at greater risk of pregnancy complications
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New research led by the University of Adelaide has confirmed that boy babies are much more likely to experience potentially life-threatening outcomes at birth than girls.
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Extra 1,000 steps a day benefit children with type 1 diabetes
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Keeping count of daily steps and boosting physical activity can really pay off for children with type 1 diabetes, according to new research from the University of Adelaide and the Women’s and Children’s Hospital.
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Travel Story: Dr Zohra Lassi
Dr Zohra Lassi from the Robinson Research Institute’s Early Origins of Health group attended the 20th Perinatal Society of Australia and New Zealand (PSANZ) Annual Congress in Townsville, Queensland in May 2016.
Reversing impact of malnourished dads’ health on kids
Research from the University of Adelaide has shown a possible benefit of antioxidants and vitamin supplements in preventing adverse health effects passed on from fathers at conception.
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Emeritus Professor Jeffrey Robinson CBE receives the Doctor of the University (honoris causa) degree from The University of Adelaide
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On Tuesday 31 May, Emeritus Professor Jeffrey Robinson CBE received the Doctor of the University (honoris causa) degree from The University of Adelaide.
Two Uni of Adelaide researchers join science Academy
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Two University of Adelaide researchers have been elected as Fellows of the Australian Academy of Science.
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Listen to audio: Making healthy babies – men’s health matters
Thank you to all who attended last week’s public forum: Making healthy babies – men’s health matters.
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Why inequalities in reproductive health make a difference
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A University of Adelaide researcher whose work aims to highlight and resolve inequalities in reproductive health for Aboriginal women has today been awarded the inaugural Healthy Development Adelaide Women’s Excellence in Research Award.
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Marijuana use in pregnancy is major risk for preterm birth
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International research led by the University of Adelaide has for the first time shown a direct link between continued marijuana use during pregnancy and pre-term birth.
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Kids’ eating habits highlight need for healthier lunchboxes
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New research from the University of Adelaide shows children aged 9-10 years old are receiving almost half of their daily energy requirements from “discretionary” or junk foods.
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