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Tips for discussing coronavirus with your kidsThe rapidly developing coronavirus crisis is affecting our daily lives in unprecedented ways and brings with it uncertainty and fear.
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The Kids researchers honoured at Premier’s Science AwardsCongratulations to Telethon Kids Institute researcher Dr Chris Brennan-Jones who was named Woodside Early Career Scientist of the Year at last night’s 2020 Premier’s Science Awards.
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New Australia-first cyber safety app a guiding light for parentsAustralian parents have a new weapon in the battle to keep their kids safe online with the launch of ‘Beacon’.
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WA’s top health experts call for immediate action on junk food advertising on government propertyWA’s leading health agencies have joined forces to call on the State Government to immediately end junk food advertising on government property.
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Improving development and learning of children in Western AustraliaDiscover the EYI Research Profile at The Kids' Institute, showcasing innovative child health research and its impact on young lives.
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The Kids Research Institute Australia welcomes “top-up” funding for Medical Research Future FundPerth’s The Kids Research Institute Australia has welcomed a major funding boost for the Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF).
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The Kids cancer researcher named a Superstar of STEMThe Kids Research Institute Australia brain cancer researcher, Dr Jessica Buck will today join the ranks of a select group of brilliant female scientists.
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Guidelines struggle to keep pace with technologyAn ORIGINS study aims to find out more about family screen habits to help provide clearer, more realistic advice.
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Increase in caesarean deliveries after the australian private health insurance incentive policy reformsThe Australian Private Health Insurance Incentive (PHII) policy reforms implemented in 1997-2000 increased PHI membership in Australia by 50%.
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Reduced rhinovirus-specific antibodies are associated with acute exacerbations of chronic obstructiveAcute exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (AECOPD) are often linked to respiratory infections.