Archive: 10/08/2015

Study explores social needs of youth with cancer

A Massey University researcher is exploring social interactions and comments that can help or hinder adolescents and young adults dealing with cancer.

Aug 10, 2015

Stem cells help researchers study the effects of pollution on human health

A recent study published in the Journal of Environmental Sciences (JES) shows that embryonic stem cells could serve as a model to evaluate the physiological effects of environmental pollutants efficiently and cost-effectively.

Aug 10, 2015

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The Angelina effect and the mixed blessing of celebrities and risk awareness

"I hope that other women can benefit from my experience", wrote Angelina Jolie of her double mastectomy. She showed great courage and generosity, sharing data and emotions with clarity. It's been just over two years since ...

Aug 10, 2015

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Study on perceptions of coercion during admission to psychiatric hospitals

New research on the perception of coercion during admission to Irish psychiatric hospitals has found that there is a significant difference in how service users and their caregivers perceive the admission process.

Aug 10, 2015