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Clinical governance in hospitals making good progress
Thursday, 6 December 2012, 10:37 am | University of Otago
The largest and most complex survey of the New Zealand health workforce has just been completed showing good progress across many DHBs in the development and implementation of clinical governance by health professionals in public hospitals. More >>
Otago researchers in major new study of TB and diabetes
Monday, 3 December 2012, 11:41 am | University of Otago
University of Otago expertise is set to play a key role in European Commission (EC) funded research into links between infectious and non-communicable diseases – in this case tuberculosis (TB) and type 2 diabetes. More >>
Popular Feeding Method Studied
Tuesday, 27 November 2012, 10:31 am | University of Otago
Starting babies on solids by letting them feed themselves pieces of food is a growing trend – yet there is scarce scientific research about the practice, putting healthcare professionals in a difficult position when giving advice, new University of Otago ... More >>
University Of Otago, Chch, Staff Move Back into Building
Friday, 23 November 2012, 9:45 am | University of Otago
The first group of staff from the University of Otago, Christchurch (UOC) will move back into their building after 21 months in temporary premises. More >>
Study shows the reality for “vital” quake responders
Friday, 23 November 2012, 9:40 am | University of Otago
Front-line rescue workers in Christchurch put their own needs and those of their families to one side to play a vital role during the Christchurch earthquakes and aftershocks, early results from a study into the occupational health of 600 emergency ... More >>
Kiwis missing out on free prescription medicines entitlement
Tuesday, 13 November 2012, 9:54 am | University of Otago
Many New Zealanders are not getting free prescriptions when they should and these people are likely to include our most vulnerable, new findings from an ongoing University of Otago and Victoria University study into equity in prescription medicine use suggest. More >>
Home visiting programme can dramatically reduce child abuse
Tuesday, 13 November 2012, 9:30 am | University of Otago
University of Otago, Christchurch, study shows home visiting programme can dramatically reduce child abuse in the longer term. More >>
University of Otago recognises leading research centres
Monday, 12 November 2012, 5:01 pm | University of Otago
The University of Otago is committing more than $2.5M over the next five years to support the internationally outstanding work of its leading research centres. Following a rigorous application process, 14 research groups have each been formally designated ... More >>
Binge drinking and sexuality
Monday, 12 November 2012, 9:24 am | University of Otago
A report by the University of Otago, Wellington shows that many young people attracted to more than one gender tend to binge drink because they feel stigmatised and socially excluded. More >>
Swine flu pandemic expensive for NZ
Friday, 9 November 2012, 1:44 pm | University of Otago
Swine flu pandemic expensive for NZ A new study estimates the total cost to the New Zealand hospital sector of the 2009 ‘swine flu’ pandemic at around $31 million. The University of Otago, Wellington researchers estimate that given the uncertainties ... More >>
Pilot project for Māori and Science announced
Sunday, 4 November 2012, 10:28 am | University of Otago
The desire to promote Māori engagement in the country’s science industry has led to a new pilot summer internship programme, a collaborative venture between the University of Otago, Industrial Research Ltd and the Federation of Māori Authorities. More >>
Silicone Dressings Reduce Skin Reactions Following Radiation
Thursday, 1 November 2012, 9:39 am | University of Otago
For Immediate Release Thursday 1 November 2012 Silicone Dressings Reduce Skin Reactions Following Radiation For Breast Cancer Skin reactions following radiation therapy for breast cancer have been the focus of a recent clinical trial conducted by Dr ... More >>
Research supports extended care paramedic model in Kapiti
Wednesday, 31 October 2012, 10:00 am | University of Otago
New research from Otago University has revealed that sending extended care paramedics to emergency ambulance visits dramatically cuts the number of patients going to hospital. More >>
Prestigious Marsden Fund backs Otago’s excellent research
Thursday, 25 October 2012, 10:00 am | University of Otago
University of Otago researchers have gained more than $15M in new government funding for 22 world-class research projects at the frontiers of knowledge in their fields. More >>
University of Otago selects next Dean of Surveying
Tuesday, 23 October 2012, 10:10 am | University of Otago
A leading US glaciologist has been selected as Professor and Dean of Surveying at the University of Otago. Professor Christina Hulbe is currently Chair of the Geology Department at Portland State University, in Portland, Oregon. She will take up her ... More >>
Otago Researchers Map Genetic Code of NZ’s First Settlers
Tuesday, 23 October 2012, 9:14 am | University of Otago
In a landmark study, University of Otago researchers have achieved the feat of sequencing complete mitochondrial genomes for members of what was likely to be one of the first groups of Polynesians to settle New Zealand and have revealed a surprising degree ... More >>
NZ Historian Appointed Visiting Professor at Edinburgh
Wednesday, 17 October 2012, 11:52 am | University of Otago
New Zealand Historian Appointed Visiting Professor at Edinburgh University Professor Angela McCarthy has been appointed to a Visiting Professorship in the University of Edinburgh, one of the world’s top ranking HE institutions. More >>
Low condom use, alcohol, linked with RWC-related sex
Tuesday, 16 October 2012, 10:10 am | University of Otago
Low condom use, alcohol, linked with RWC-related sex in NZ sexual health clinic attendees More >>
Serious assaults in NZ disturbingly high: Otago research
Friday, 12 October 2012, 8:57 am | University of Otago
University of Otago researchers have found that serious assaults in New Zealand have been steadily rising and are now at disturbingly high levels, especially among young males, Maori and Pacific people, and those from deprived neighbourhoods. More >>
Otago appoints two new Professors of Management
Tuesday, 9 October 2012, 2:43 pm | University of Otago
Tuesday 9 October 2012 Otago appoints two new Professors of Management The University of Otago has appointed two new Professors of Management whose research and teaching has a strong international focus. André Everett was previously an Associate Professor ... More >>
