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By investing in women now, we will accelerate progress

March 7, 2024

By Professor Rosemary Addis AM Published on March 7, 2024 “I have always thought of myself as a detective”, said Nobel prize winner Claudia Goldin taking out the honour in economics for her work on the gender gap. Professor Goldin’s archival research uncovered vital data designed to “correct the invisibility of women in official statistics”. This recognition of Professor Goldin’s work was monumental. She is a true pioneer because her work shines a light on uncomfortable truths of modern society and economics.

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Diverse role models and mentors are helping women in STEM succeed

March 7, 2024

By Associate Professor Georgina Such Published on March 7, 2024 DR JIEQIONG LOU: I grew up in a small village in Southeast China, with limited access to books and TV, so I spent much of my childhood outdoors. This sparked a lifelong fascination with nature and how things work. Most of my school peers found work in local factories, but my parents encouraged me to attend university. Now, I think I’m the furthest away anyone has ever moved from the village.

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Is menopause bad for your mental health?

March 7, 2024

By Dr Lydia Brown Published on March 7, 2024 It’s widely accepted that menopause is associated with poor mental health. News headlines around the world claim that the menopause increases the risk of depression, can “destroy” mental health, or even lead to risk of suicide. Similarly, the scales of menopause symptoms used in clinical practice typically include mental health issues – like mood changes, anxiety and irritability. The menopause transition, also known as perimenopause, usually starts around age 47.

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Why is there a shortage of oestrogen patches in Australia… again?

March 6, 2024

By Associate Professor Ada Cheung Published on March 6, 2024 Since 2020 or so, there have been recurring national shortages of oestrogen transdermal patches in Australia. These easy-to-use skin patches are applied to the skin like a sticker and deliver oestrogen directly into the bloodstream. They contain the hormone oestradiol, an oestrogen that is naturally produced in the human body and has a major role in maturing and maintaining the female reproductive system.

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How a First Nations’ approach in marketing is helping to decolonise healthcare

March 5, 2024

By Reece George Published on March 5, 2024 As the gap in healthcare outcomes for First Nations Australians persists, the concept of decolonisation in healthcare has emerged as a crucial step toward addressing these inequities. Data from the United Nations reveals a stark disparity in health status and life expectancy between First Nations and non-Indigenous populations. The gap in healthcare outcomes for First Nations Australians persists. Picture: Getty ImagesFor example, in Australia, First Nations men live 8.

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