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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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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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28 July 2026

Gum disease worsens systemic bone loss in osteoporosis patients via gut bacteria

Chronic gum disease may worsen bone deterioration in people with osteoporosis by disrupting the microorganisms that support gut health. 

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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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28 May 2026

New method to improve health research in rural areas

Randomised controlled trials are challenging to conduct in rural areas, however, a new study examined how high-quality research could be conducted when RCTs were not possible.

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8 April 2026

Calls for dementia education to be widespread for all health professionals

Australia’s population is projected to age over the next 40 years and the number of centenarians expected to increase six-fold,...

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1 April 2026

Diabetes and obesity medication may lower the risk of worsening mental health

Medication typically used to manage diabetes or obesity may help reduce the risk of worsening depression, anxiety and self-harm, new...

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9 March 2026

Preventing pre-eclampsia early a core focus of new study

A study to prevent pre-eclampsia and improve maternal and perinatal health outcomes is underway as part of a joint initiative...

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