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Suffering from recurrent UTIs? Join clinical trial testing natural preventative

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Health

What is physiotherapy? SCU Buzz

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Health

Celebrating Occupational Therapy Week at Southern Cross University

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University News

Southern Cross Medicinal Plant Garden honours Blackmore’s legacy

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Health

The Conversation: For people with lung cancer, exercise can be gruelling. It’s also among the most important things

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Partnerships

Olympian Moesha Johnson on success in sport and life

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Health

Career opportunities as a mental health nurse practitioner: SCU Buzz

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Health

Award-winning educators to deliver new Medical Laboratory Science degree in 2025

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Health

Is coffee good for you? It depends on your order: SCU Buzz

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Health

The Conversation: Psychology of retirement: why do so many athletes struggle to call time?

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Health

Theresa Mitchell: an unconditional commitment to people in need

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Health

The Conversation: Considering taking Wegovy to lose weight? Here are the risks and benefits – and how it differs from Ozempic

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Health

The Conversation: What is type 1.5 diabetes? It’s a bit like type 1 and a bit like type 2 – but often misdiagnosed

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Health

The Conversation: Cottage cheese is back and all over TikTok. Two dietitians explain why social media’s obsessed.

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Health

$1.3m NHMRC grant for Southern Cross University’s delirium research

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Health

Sickness in health: when workplace bullying turns colleagues into foes

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Health

The Conversation: Athletes have to deal with pressure, stress and often disappointment – what about their coaches?

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Health

The Conversation: Ricezempic: is there any evidence this TikTok trend will help you lose weight?

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Naturopathy

Southern Cross University announces $10m gift from Blackmore Family Foundation

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Health

Physiotherapy launches at Coffs Harbour in 2025

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Health

High fail rate for melanoma self-checks increases cancer risk, new study finds

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Health

The Conversation: Cheeky diet soft drink getting you through the work day? Here’s what that may mean for your health

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Research & Academic

Could natural medicine solve recurrent dizziness?

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Health

The Conversation: Olympic swimmers improving by…running? How exploration can help elite athletes and weekend warriors alike

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Indigenous Knowledge

PhD research uncovers stories of hope and hardship among proud Indigenous health workers

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Naturopathy

The Conversation: Not quite medicine, not quite food: how a product like mushroom gummies can fall through regulatory cracks

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Partnerships

2024 Gold Coast Marathon: Team SCU gets race-ready as health students prepare for Recovery Hub

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Scholarships

Nepalese student discovers nursing passion through Destination Australia scholarship

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Events

Passionate educator celebrates third graduation at Coffs Harbour

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Health

Expand your career options in nursing through public health: SCU Buzz

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Naturopathy

The Conversation: Patents based on traditional knowledge are often ‘biopiracy’. New international treaty will finally combat this

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University News

Improve your wellbeing: naturopathic medicine available now at Southern Cross Health Clinic on the Gold Coast

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Health

Labour of love is an honour for Lismore’s Midwife of the Year

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Health

The Conversation: Noise-cancelling headphones – do they really help neurodivergent people?

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Health

Landmark training facility at new Tweed Valley Hospital brings opportunities for students, researchers

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Health

The Conversation: I can’t afford olive oil. What else can I use?

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Scholarships

Perioperative nurse awarded prestigious scholarship to further leadership ambitions

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Scholarships

Research scholarships to launch counter strike against unhealthy esports

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Health

National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine launches inaugural giving campaign

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Health

Healing natural disaster trauma using art and psychedelic therapies

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Health

Grass is greener for Exercise Scientist, Gurpreet

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Health

Delirium ID toolkit boosts carer knowledge to prevent, manage the condition

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Naturopathy

Masters degree opens up life-changing opportunities for naturopath, Carla

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Health

The Conversation: No, beetroot isn’t vegetable Viagra. But here’s what else it can do

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Health

Southern Cross health expert gives marathon runners the edge

Southern Cross University Professor of Physiotherapy, Dr Maria Constantinou
Health

Marathon superstar joins Southern Cross expert online panel

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Health

The Conversation: Considering taking a weight-loss drug like Ozempic? Here are some potential risks and benefits

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Health

The Conversation: What’s the difference between autism and Asperger’s disorder?

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Health

Professor Anne Graham AO named Distinguished Professor

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Pathways Programs, Short Courses & SCU College

I wanted to provide value for others

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Health

Making LGBTQ+ aged care better: new Southern Cross project underway

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Research & Academic

Connection and fun are vital for Education lecturer named one of Australia’s best

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Health

The Conversation: If you’re worried about inflammation, stop stressing about seed oils and focus on the basics

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Law

New Southern Cross University course will have conveyancers job-ready in under a year

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Health

The Conversation: Got period pain or cramps? What to eat and avoid, according to science

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Health

Nursing student Joakim named Ramsay Cadet of the Year

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Rankings

New rankings are evidence of Southern Cross commitment to tackle climate emergency and create a more sustainable world

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Health

Professor Ebi Cocodia on counselling and talking therapies: SCU Buzz

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Health

The Conversation: Trying to spend less on food? Following the dietary guidelines might save you $160 a fortnight

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Naturopathy

Controlling UTIs: participants needed for trial into effectiveness of herbal supplement

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Scholarships

Applications open for Indigenous Honours scholarship and midwifery bursary

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Research & Academic

Southern Cross University research projects secure more than $1 million in ARC discovery round

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Health

The Conversation: How is decaf coffee made? And is it really caffeine-free?

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University News

Life Sciences, Education and Psychology post stellar results in World Rankings by Subject

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Health

The Conversation: Growing your own food and foraging can help tackle your ballooning grocery bill. Here’s how

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University News

More Southern Cross University academics join ARC College of Experts

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Health

The Conversation: Can coffee help you avoid weight gain? Here’s what the science says

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University News

Advanced IT, graduate entry nursing and business double degrees in expanded 2024 course portfolio

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Health

New research shows surfers, swimmers and runners face higher risk of melanoma

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Health

From GP burnout to connecting with nature: Psychology Honours students present their findings

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Health

Southern Cross Uni OT student takes on New York Marathon for type-1 diabetes research

Georgie Collis OT student to run New York Marathon
Health

The Conversation: How can I lower my cholesterol? Do supplements work?

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Health

Hear the buzz about nursing as students hit the airwaves

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Health

Don’t take a pill, say social prescribers, take a nature walk instead

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Health

Graduates are rising stars at Lifestyle Medicine Awards

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Health

Calories and kilojoules: how do we know the energy content of food, and how accurate are the labels?

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Health

Connection, camaraderie and belonging: why the Matildas could be making you a sports fan for the very first time

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Health

My teen is addicted to vaping. How can I help them quit and manage their withdrawal symptoms?

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Health

9 signs you have inflammation in your body. Could an anti-inflammatory diet help?

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Health

Weathering the storm: mental health issues arising from natural disasters being explored

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Health

Huge demand for Mental Health Nurses creating opportunities

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Health

Graduate Mariel 'roars' for homeland Brazil to win World Cup

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Health

Organ donation registration project secures ARC Linkage funding

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Research & Academic

Dr Dylan Poulus on gold medal gaming: SCU Buzz

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Health

Walk this way for free Southern Cross University exercise program

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Naturopathy

Clinical trial for people living with diabetes in Northern Rivers

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Health

Southern Cross University Paediatric Speech Pathology clinic now open in Coffs Harbour

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Health

Occupational Therapy students partner with Norco to bring worker safety and wellbeing to life

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Naturopathy

Dr Jessica Bayes on eating for high-endurance exercise: SCU Buzz

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Health

Free outdoor yoga on International Day of Yoga

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Health

Psychology grad part of an expanding cohort of online students

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Health

Southern Cross joins QBE Insurance and LeapForward to improve personal injury rehabilitation

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Health

Midwives provide care but who cares for the midwives?

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Health

Southern Cross receives $3.5m Birthing on Country grant to improve Indigenous midwifery services and quit smoking program

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Health

Cost-effective Allied Health services offered at Southern Cross University Health Clinic

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Health

Goal setting for sport and study: a chat with Associate Professor Christian Swann

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Health

Going the Distance: Mental Stamina in Sport and Life

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Health

Northern NSW Academic Health Alliance

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Health

Extreme sports show us what it means to be human: a chat with Dr Eric Brymer

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Health

When midwives face their own birth trauma: new Southern Cross study seeks volunteers

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Health

Truth, Lies and Chiropractic thesis earns University’s top academic prize

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Health

Nursing ambition a team effort for Jess and Charlotte

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Health

Nurse and war veteran awarded Bonnie Boezeman AO scholarship to further leadership goals

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Health

What Alone Australia tells us about fear, and why we need it

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University News

Running experts team up for free webinar ahead of Gold Coast Marathon

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Health

Don’t listen to Gwyneth Paltrow – IVs are not a shortcut to good health

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Health

Woolworths is getting into telehealth – but patients need to be treated as more than customers

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Health

Looking for a boost to lose weight? Participants needed for herbal weight loss product trial

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Health

Game changer as AIS awards its first esports project to Southern Cross

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Health

PASER receives 2 grants from the Australian Institute of Sport

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Health

Mortality high yet funding low: lung disease deserves more investment say global health experts

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Health

What is delirium and why is it under-diagnosed?

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Health

Demand for Occupational Therapists at all-time high, as graduate launches new service in Coffs Harbour

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Health

A calling to help others

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Health

Lucy Shinners investigates the role of artificial intelligence in healthcare

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Health

Coffs Nursing student selected for 2023 Regional Youth Taskforce

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Health

New editor-in-chief at Ageing journal is Southern Cross researcher

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Naturopathy

Australian-Canadian partnership to advance naturopathic research and education internationally

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Health

Driving ambition for occupational therapy grad Skye

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Research & Academic

Innovative alliance to train next generation of health workers

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Research & Academic

Researcher Spotlight: Dr Alana Gall

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Education and Teaching

‘Seasons for Life’: Supporting young people to recover from the devastating impact of suicide

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Health

From PSP to PhD, Scott is in the zone

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Regions in focus for $3.66m mental health initiative

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University News

2022 Alumni Impact Awards celebrate extraordinary graduates

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Health

Occupational therapy students show learning can be fun and games

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Business & Enterprise

Vision for flood-proof future at heart of Living Lab collaboration

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Indigenous Knowledge

Southern Cross lecturer co-authors new national guidelines for First Nations Peoples with kidney disease

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Health

Forum to tackle trauma impact on mental health

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Rankings

Global reputation confirmed with subject world rankings for Southern Cross

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Health

Floods and other emergencies can be extra tough for people with dementia and their carers. Here's how to help

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Health

Not ‘powerless victims’: how young Iranian women have long led a quiet revolution

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Health

Can natural and mainstream medicines coexist?

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Health

Gold Coast psychology students showcase their research projects

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Health

Psychology student develops CSI for analysing our savoured communication styles

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Health

Nursing alumna forging rewarding career in aged care

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Naturopathy

Australia’s newest Naturopathic Medicine training program launches on Gold Coast

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Scholarships

Student Opportunities Fund helps Amy with remote placement

Speech Pathology student Amy Whittle during her placement in rural Australia
Health

Gleams of light

Dieudonne Ininahazwe psychology graduate on campus at Coffs Harbour
Health

Finding the silver lining: Arpan's story

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Health

Outback nursing a dream job for graduate Leah

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Health

Podiatry clinic helps flood-affected put best foot forward

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Social Work and Community Welfare

How young Black African Australians use social media to challenge anti-Black narratives and reclaim racial dignity

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Research & Academic

Extreme sports can be good for you, if you take the challenge

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Health

What is Occupational Therapy? The student perspective

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Health

Southern Cross Uni celebrates midwives with focus on Indigenous maternal care

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Naturopathy

Researcher Spotlight: Dr Andrea Bugarcic on Parkinson’s and naturopathic medicine

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Health

Nursing student wins prestigious Edith Cavell Trust Scholarship

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Naturopathy

Clinical trial investigates group naturopathic program for endometriosis

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Health

Are you one of the many Australians who never learned to swim? Here’s how to get started

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Student Life, Groups & Sports

Student of the Year Theresa Mitchell shares hope with thousands

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Scholarships

New psychology scholarship addresses short supply in regional communities

Southern Cross University Psychology (Honours) gradate Dieudonne Ininahazwe
Naturopathy

Naturopathic Centre makes significant progress despite 2021 headwinds

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Naturopathy

Future of healthcare boosted by new landmark clinical training program

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Health

Student Spotlight: Alicia Donovan

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Naturopathy

1 in 6 women have lost their jobs due to managing endometriosis

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Health

Exercise science students gain valuable experience with North Coast Academy of Sport

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Naturopathy

Over 3000 species of medicinal plants housed at Southern Cross University

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Health

Finding life's pleasures: looking beyond chocolate

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Health

Follow a natural health philosophy? Vaccination may have more in common with it than you think

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Naturopathy

Australian first Lifestyle Medicine degree heralds new era for education and care

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Health

Southern Cross launches new Speech Pathology facilities at Coffs Harbour

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Naturopathy

Clinical trial will investigate medicinal cannabis for sleep disturbances

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Naturopathy

Studying at the National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine – Your questions answered

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Health

Celebrating Speech Pathology Week and the right to communication

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Health

We’re seeing more COVID patients in ICU as case numbers rise. That affects the whole hospital

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Naturopathy

Strengthening the evidence base for naturopathic medicine

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Health

Melbourne COVID-19 nurse awarded Leadership in Nursing Scholarship

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Health

The power of no: Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka and Black women’s resistance

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Health

Olympic spotlight: Nicole Hannan, beach volleyballer and naturopath

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Health

University partnership supports a National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Academy for Lismore

University partnership supports a National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Academy
Health

Turning a crisis into an opportunity

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Health

Digital dilemma: telepractice offers pandemic lifeline for social services, but not long-term solutions

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Health

Does wearing a mask during workouts affect exercise? Research review

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Health

This Southern Cross grad is training Olympic athletes

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Naturopathy

Ebola survivors: their health struggles and how best to support them

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Health

This Southern Cross grad is using psychology to change workplace culture

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Health

Nursing graduate thriving under pressure

Bachelor of Nursing graduate Sophie Longworth at the front of the Tweed Hospital holding fire fighter helmet
Health

Sport concussion in women: are they increasing, and are there long-term cumulative effects?

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Naturopathy

Naturopathic care's important role in making health more equitable and accessible

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Health

Researcher Spotlight: Associate Professor Romy Lauche of the National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine

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Health

Lost for words - treating the aftermath of a stroke

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Health

Osteopathy students on placement in the outback

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Health

Paid on par with cleaners: the broader issue affecting the quality of aged care

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Health

New study aims to understand how parents choose healthcare interventions for children

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Health

Volunteers wanted for new study investigating how central blood pressure is affected by exercise

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Health

Could cannabis help patients suffering from Parkinson’s Disease?

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Health

How Coast mum-of-five mastered her career with Southern Cross Uni

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Health

Want to exercise more? Try setting an open goal for your New Year’s resolution

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Naturopathy

Research at the National Centre for Naturopathic Medicine kicks off with a bang

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Naturopathy

Shining a light on naturopaths leading the way forward

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Research & Academic

Tokophobia is an extreme fear of childbirth. Here's how to recognise and treat it

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Health

Survey reveals how regional carers are faring under the NDIS

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University News

Southern Cross students navigate border studies

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Health

Critical thinking and clinical reasoning in health and science students

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Health

Extra support goes a long way for new students at Southern Cross University

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University News

Southern Cross University Council member recognised for medical service in Queen’s Birthday Honours

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Health

Scholarship opens leadership door for WA senior nursing officer

Lisa Vile senior nursing officer and Bonnie Boezeman AO Leadership in Nursing Scholarship recipient
Social Work and Community Welfare

How an octopus can help kids cope with COVID-19

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Health

Multi-skilled student recognised as emerging nurse leader in critical care

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