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It’s not just cricket
Thu, 28 Jan 2021
The thought of eating insects is already stomach turning for many, but new research suggests allergy-causing proteins in bugs could pose serious health risks for those suffering from shellfish allergy.

Cooling down vaccine fear
Wed, 2 Dec 2020
As the world gears up for a massive global vaccination next year, James Cook University scientists have been investigating how best to take the sting out of it.

AI to help Emergency Departments improve patient waiting time information
Thu, 5 Nov 2020
New research from JCU’s Australian Institute of Tropical Health and Medicine (AITHM) aims to give staff and patients at public hospital Emergency Departments better information about waiting times.

New insights into sleep problems
Wed, 28 Oct 2020
New research suggests nearly two-thirds of middle-aged people are suffering from poor sleep, with an unhealthy lifestyle, shift work, depression, and obesity found to be key risk factors.

JCU Pharmacy students stay in the regions
Wed, 21 Oct 2020
James Cook University’s drive to get more health professionals working in rural and remote areas is paying off – with JCU Pharmacy students much more likely to work outside of major cities after they graduate.

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