2019
Articles
11 February 2019
University of Sydney 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 University of Sydney 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 University of Sydney 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.
14 January 2019
Where a degree in rehabilitation counselling could take you
A critical part of the healthcare system, our alumni enjoy rewarding and fulfilling careers in a diverse range of industries. Here are just three of the places a degree in rehabilitation counselling could take you.