14 Feb 2024
Urban-rural vaccination divide underscores need for change
Visible gaps between rural and urban COVID-19 vaccination rates highlights the n...
13 Feb 2024
Sense of smell impacted by vaping
Sensory changes may be an unexpected side effect of vaping, new University of Ot...
13 Feb 2024
US-based Otago alumnus leaves $3.8m gift to support students and research
A major bequest of $3.8m from the estate of medical alumnus and radiologist Dr J...
09 Feb 2024
Inaugural Deputy-Vice Chancellor Māori appointed at Otago
Distinguished Māori legal scholar Professor Jacinta Ruru (Raukawa, Ngāti Ranginu...
01 Feb 2024
Archaeological evidence of seasonal vitamin D deficiency discovered
Rickets ran rife in children following the Industrial Revolution, but University...
31 Jan 2024
Pacific nations tax unhealthy foods to tackle NCD crisis
Pacific Island governments are increasingly imposing taxes on unhealthy foods as...
30 Jan 2024
“Gifted” Vascular and Transplant Surgeon Professor Justin Roake retires
It was William Osler (1849-1919), a Professor of Medicine at John Hopkins Medica...
25 Jan 2024
Furry fruit improves mental health – fast
Kiwifruit has proven itself as a powerful mood booster and new research from the...
23 Jan 2024
Strong links found between Long COVID and ME/CFS: Study
People suffering from Long COVID or Myalgic Encephalomyelitis /Chronic Fatigue S...
18 Jan 2024
Otago appoints game studies lecturer
The University of Otago’s English and Linguistics Programme has appointed a new...
16 Jan 2024
Culturally sensitive approach needed to treat Māori with eating disorders – study
New research from the University of Otago, Christchurch, suggests treatment meth...
09 Jan 2024
Study backs healthier homes over rooftop solar for healthier grid
Rather than pushing for large-scale uptake of rooftop solar power, New Zealand n...