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  • Is your body older than your actual age? From faster, cheaper research to potential cures for cancer, new gene-editing techniques are dramatically changing what’s possible. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/is-your-body-older-than-your-actual-age
  • The future of virtual reality in medicine It sounds like the stuff of science fiction: bionic eyes, lifelike ‘pregnant’ mannequins, technology where specialists can practise delicate microrobotic cell injections without any real cells involved... https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/VR-in-medicine
  • How nanotechnology is revolutionising medicine To the naked eye, the little square of silicon looks smaller than a standard postage stamp and only slightly more interesting. The modest Nanopatch, designed in Australia, doesn’t look like something that might revolutionise our fight against infectious diseases. But it’s what you can’t see that matters in the field of nanotechnology. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/how-nanotechnology-is-revolutionising-medicine
  • The future of medicine: the flu and antibiotics Infection expert Dr Frank Bowden turns his microscope to the risk of a modern-day influenza pandemic and the fading effectiveness of antibiotics. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/the-future-of-medicine
  • Gene editing – the future of health? From faster, cheaper research to potential cures for cancer, new gene-editing techniques are dramatically changing what’s possible. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/gene-editing-the-future-of-health
  • How doctor–patient relationships are changing How online doctor services and telehealth advances are changing our relationship with our GPs in Australia. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/how-doctor-patient-relationships-are-changing
  • Indigenous health: outback hero helps patients with kidney disease We talk to experts about the variations in e-cigarettes and examine the research around vaping side effects. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/indigenous-health-kidney-disease-treatment
  • Stroke rehabilitation changed by robots Robotic technology is helping people who have had a stroke regain their movement, physical strength and independence. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/robots-helping-recover-from-stroke
  • What are clinical trials? Clinical trials ensure treatment is safe and effective. How do they work in Australia? And how can you get involved in one? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/clinical-trials-explainer
  • How Australian technology is changing the face of health care We talk to experts about the variations in e-cigarettes and examine the research around vaping side effects. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/health-technology-innovation-hcf-catalyst
  • The tiny capsule changing our understanding of gut health Irritable bowel syndrome affects 1 in 5 Australians. A new technological pill may help provide the answers to its cause and guide treatment. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/gut-health-capsule
  • Is autism on the rise? Christmas and the holiday season can be stressful – whether it's financial, time, or family issues. We ask the experts for their advice on how to plan ahead. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/is-autism-on-the-rise
  • Doctors prescribing vegies for better health Most of us still aren’t eating enough vegetables. Now some doctors are driving the message home by writing vegie prescriptions. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/nutrition/doctors-prescribing-vegies-for-better-health
  • How HCF’s Research Foundation is making a difference to everyday Aussies HCF’s Translational Research Grants scheme turns research into action, creating a better hospital experience for all Australians. Read about six programs helping to shape the future of health. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/HCF-translational-grants
  • The 7 main signs of endometriosis Endometriosis can take several years to diagnose. Here are the main signs you might have this chronic condition. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/endometriosis/signs
  • Personalising breast cancer treatment for better results Future breast cancer treatments are evolving towards targeted therapies individualised for each patient’s condition. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/conditions/personalising-breast-cancer-treatment
  • What is telehealth and how is it supporting mental health in Australia? Mental healthcare through telehealth consultation is now widely available for those who prefer to receive counselling or therapy from the comfort of their own home. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/how-telehealth-is-supporting-our-mental-health
  • How your smartphone can help you manage your family’s health Many Australians are trying to keep on top of not only their own health, but also their whole family’s. Here’s how digital technology can help lighten the load of family health management. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/family-health-app
  • An app that could improve how you communicate with healthcare professionals When it comes to sharing medical information, it’s an important balance between privacy and communication with the right healthcare professionals. Here’s how one app could help to get better results for the whole family. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/snug-app-improving-communication-in-healthcare
  • Digital healthcare: What the future holds for our health Recent innovation in healthcare has evolved the way we’re looking after ourselves. Here’s how AI and digital technology are shaping our health and wellbeing for years to come. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/research-and-insights/AI-and-telehealth