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New facility to develop crucial treatment for antibiotic-resistant superbugs

Western Australia’s first bacteriophage manufacturing facility has been opened in a significant development that brings patients battling antibiotic-resistant infections a step closer to life-saving phage therapy.

Sport resources key to encouraging physical activity in youth living with type 1 diabetes

Sports coaches across Australia can now access WA-designed sport resources, which aim to help coaches better understand type 1 diabetes (T1D) and encourage children living with the condition to stay in sport.

Research offers new hope for babies with rare leukaemia

A pilot clinical study has found an immunotherapy drug can dramatically increase survival rates for babies with a rare form of leukaemia, paving the way for a major international clinical trial.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Suicide Prevention Evaluation Project (ATSISPEP)

The NATSISPEP will formally evaluate a range of existing Indigenous suicide prevention programs and services to develop an evidence base for 'what works'.

INSPIRE Consumer Reference Group of WA

Inviting expressions of interest for the INSPIRE Consumer Reference Group (CRG) of WA – a combined group for the BREATH and Aboriginal Children’s Excellent (ACE) Lung Health studies.

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Early biomarkers predictive of autism

This study aims to investigate the cellular and molecular profiles of the immune system in infants at high/low risk for Autism, as determined through clinical assessment.

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Invasive group B streptococcal infections in Western Australia, 2000–2018

Neonatal and puerperal sepsis are major manifestations of invasive group B streptococcal (Streptococcus agalactiae; iGBS) infections. International data indicate the importance of iGBS infections among non-pregnant adults.

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Resting Energy Expenditure and Metabolic Features in Children With Septo-Optic Dysplasia

Septo-optic dysplasia (SOD) is a major cause of congenital hypopituitarism and is known to be associated with overweight and obesity in up to 44% of children. Given the role of the hypothalamus in hormonal regulation, we sought to assess the association of resting energy expenditure (REE), appetite and physical activity with SOD. 

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Acceptability and Implementation Challenges of Benzathine Penicillin G Secondary Prophylaxis for Rheumatic Heart Disease in Ethiopia: A Qualitative Study

Monthly intramuscular injections of benzathine penicillin G (BPG) remain the cornerstone of secondary prophylaxis for acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease (RHD). The barriers to successful delivery of BPG may be patient- or service-delivery-dependent.

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Child and Family Characteristics Associated with Symptoms of Anxiety in Autistic Children: A Biobank Study

Autistic children have an increased likelihood of anxiety, but more research is needed on the characteristics that predict various types of anxiety in this population.