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University of Queensland-led research has found people on the autism spectrum are almost 3 times more likely to die by suicide compared to non-autistic people.

University of Queensland research has shown some Australians who smoke cigarettes are trying different methods to minimise their spending on tobacco rather than quitting, despite the greater financial and health benefits of quitting smoking.

People who are taller are at greater risk of developing cancer. But why? Here’s what we know, don’t know and suspect.

The weight-loss drug Wegovy is now available in Australia. So how does Wegovy work and how much weight can you expect to lose while taking it? And what are the potential risks – and costs – for those who use it?

While you’re likely familiar with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, you’ve probably heard less about type 1.5 diabetes.

Professor Lauren Ball writes for the Conversation about the resurgence of cottage cheese and its popularity on social media platforms like Tiktok.

Professor Jenny Doust from the School of Public Health writes about why ovarian cancer is so hard to detect and what symptoms can be focussed on to make it easier for the Conversation.

Professor Lauren Ball from the School of Public Health explores the social media trend of "Ricezempic" for the Conversation.

Three UQ academics explain the differences between miscarriage and stillbirth via the Conversation.

Professor Lauren Ball from the School of Public Health explores the long term effects of diet soft drink via the Conversation.

A number of UQ academics write about Indigenous Knowledges and their continuing impact for the Conversation on NAIDOC week.

A University of Queensland-led study has found a link between exposure to gardens and a lower risk of being diagnosed with obesity-related cancer.

In February 2024, Bachelor of Health Sciences students from UQ’s School of Public Health had the opportunity to learn more about global food security and food sovereignty as part of the New Colombo Plan (NCP) Mobility Program, an Australian Government initiative supporting Australian undergraduates to undertake study opportunities throughout the Indo-Pacific region.

A University of Queensland and CSIRO collaboration has captured First Nations children’s views about their wellbeing by combining art and technology into a new app.

Last week’s federal budget committed A$12.5 million over four years to deliver tampons, pads and other period care products to people who menstruate in rural and remote Indigenous communities.

Researchers from the Faculty of Medicine are among 24 academics across The University of Queensland who have received more than $41 million through the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) 2024 Investigator Grants to address health challenges.

A large-scale, international study conducted by University of Queensland researchers has found people with severe mental illness, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, are up to four times more likely to have two or more chronic physical health conditions.

Surveys involving thousands of adolescents and their primary caregiver have shown the prevalence of mental disorders within the age group is very different across Kenya, Indonesia, and Vietnam.

The Australian government is currently considering a bill to implement the next stage of reforms to vaping regulation.

Professor Lauren Ball from the School of Public Health writes about the properties of beetroot for The Conversation.