27 Feb 2024
Time is right to focus on spiritual care in the health system
Spirituality in healthcare is “coming of age”, says the Otago researcher co-lead...
23 Feb 2024
Rural New Zealanders less likely to be admitted to hospital – study finds
Despite having poorer health outcomes than their urban counterparts, rural New Z...
21 Feb 2024
First time dual winners of Premier Undergraduate Prize
For the first time, the Division of Health Sciences Premier Undergraduate Prize...
21 Feb 2024
Half-price fares benefit people experiencing transport poverty – study
New research from the University of Otago, Christchurch, has found reduced cost...
15 Feb 2024
Summer research projects a great opportunity for a taste of reality
Having a real research experience, with unexpected problems and outcomes, was a...
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
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...
02 Feb 2024
The case for cannabidiol inhalers
Professor Shyamal Das has secured funding to investigate how cannabidiol can be...
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...
24 Jan 2024
Making medicines and other pharmaceutical mysteries
In honour of this year’s International Day of Education (24 January), Dr Susan H...
23 Jan 2024
Strong links found between Long COVID and ME/CFS: Study
People suffering from Long COVID or Myalgic Encephalomyelitis /Chronic Fatigue S...