Emma O'Connor

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18 September 2026

Early results show world-first adaptive trial in action for progressive MS

A potential treatment for progressive MS will continue in a world-first multi-arm, multi-stage adaptive trial after showing encouraging early signs, with recruitment set to expand across Australia.

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17 September 2026

Sexual recovery after breast cancer is often overlooked

Sexual wellbeing can often be overlooked during a woman’s recovery from breast cancer with many continuing to experience significant sexual and intimacy challenges long after treatment ends.

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16 September 2026

The hidden cost of pressure to be a perfect parent

The pressure to be the perfect parent can be overwhelming, but social media and perceived world threats are causing some to be overprotective parents, and it is having a negative impact on our youth.

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26 August 2026

Sugar tax could improve oral health

Millions of cases of tooth decay could be prevented if Australia introduced a 20 per cent tax on sugar, new Griffith University research has found.

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24 August 2026

Weight loss drugs may help with mental health

Glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists, commonly known as drugs for diabetes and weight loss, may have additional mental health benefits, especially for people with bipolar disorder.

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13 August 2026

Strep A immunity is possible without getting sick

Exposure to a mild or symptom-free strain of Streptococcus pyogenes (Strep A) can trigger the body’s immune response and naturally build protection, potentially solving a nearly 100-year-old mystery of immunity.

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6 August 2026

Griffith expanding its health technology footprint

Manufacturing cell therapies for spinal injuries, malaria vaccine development, and testing medical devices will be the cornerstone of Griffith University’s new Health and Advanced Technology Research and Innovation Centre (HATRIC).

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4 August 2026

Support for concussion recovery could lie in the pantry

Nutrition strategies for concussion management are being implemented by dietitians to support Australia’s elite collision sport athletes.

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27 July 2026

Renowned surgeon joins Griffith as Chair in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery

Dr Jason Fleming, a pioneer in robotic surgery, has joined the University as the inaugural Garnett Passe and Rodney Williams Chair in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, and Director of a new Centre of Excellence.

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23 July 2026

Older teens entering care often overlooked

There is an urgent need for better support for older teenagers entering care for the first time, new Griffith University...

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