Health Check

Post archives: Jul 2018

Improved dressings urgently needed for intravenous catheter failures

New ways of improving the effectiveness of dressings and securements for the prevention of peripheral intravenous catheter (PIVC) failure in adults is urgently required. This… Read More

Notable alumni Tyson Tripcony is writing his own story

Tyson Tripcony graduated from our Master of Nutrition and Dietetics, Research in 2011 and is the Managing Director, Accredited Practising Dietitian, Accredited Sports Dietitian of… Read More

Robotic surgery giving hope to prostate cancer patients

In a world-first trial, Queensland researchers have found that robotic-assisted prostatectomy is providing equal outcomes for urinary and erectile function to open prostatectomy. Published in The Lancet Oncology,… Read More

Remote delivery of psychological support for people with brain tumour

Delivering psychological support remotely to people with brain tumours is on the agenda as part of a new study at Griffith University. The world-first study… Read More

Health organisations come together to ensure cultural safety

Griffith University has joined with thirty-six other health organisations to sign a National Registration and Accreditation Scheme Statement of Intent last week hosted by the… Read More

Vibration or exercise – which is the best therapy for bone loss?

Preventing osteoporotic fracture in older women with vibration or exercise is the aim of a new study at Griffith University. Pilot data has shown whole… Read More

Improving communication with people diagnosed with cancer

Two staff members have collaborated on a handout addressing communication challenges when a friend or family member receives a cancer diagnosis. Would you know what… Read More

Griffith University dentists provide vital dental care in East Timor

A supporter of the charity Timor Children’s Foundation, A/Prof Liz Jones (Griffith University School of Applied Psychology) initiated collaboration with the Griffith University School of… Read More