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The COVID-19 vaccine difference between men and women

September 5, 2022

By Professor Cassandra Szoeke Published on September 5, 2022 Almost 95 per cent of Australians aged 16 and over are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Globally, around 65 per cent of adults have had at least one dose of the vaccines available including Moderna, AstraZeneca, Janssen (Johnson & Johnson), Pfizer-BioNTech and Sputnik V. For most of us, any reaction to the vaccine was mild. But is there a difference between men and women when it comes to the safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines?

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Women are doing too much and it’s hurting their mental health

September 1, 2022

By Jennifer Ervin Published on September 1, 2022 Billions of hours are spent in unpaid labour across the globe every day, a burden that is disproportionately shouldered by women. But in comparison to paid work, unpaid labour is an under-researched topic, particularly in relation to health. Most women combine their household’s unpaid labour with paid employment. Picture: Getty ImagesWomen all over the world are still largely responsible for their household’s unpaid labour, spending an average of three to six hours per day on unpaid work, while men contribute 0.

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Planning a sense of place

August 29, 2022

By Sombol Mokhles Published on August 29, 2022 Places are spaces that people have assigned meanings to and are attached to. Place-making refers to the interaction of people and place. Places can also be highly political, as different groups have different power in placemaking. But who gets to define places in our cities? How does it affect people’s lives, especially the most marginalised groups? A view of Karaj City from the mostly evacuated inner hills of Eslamabad.

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Humble learning

August 24, 2022

By Associate Professor Shawana Andrews Published on August 24, 2022 The Garma Festival is Australia’s premier Indigenous cultural exchange event, hosted by the Gumatj clan. It’s a celebration of the cultural, intellectual and ceremonial traditions of Yolŋu people in Northeast Arnhem Land, shared with business leaders, political leaders, Yolŋu clan leaders, academics and journalists to discuss the most pressing issues facing Indigenous and Yolŋu communities. The Garma Festival is Australia’s premier Indigenous cultural exchange event.

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The music app supporting dementia care at home

August 23, 2022

By Professor Felicity Baker Published on August 23, 2022 Many carers of people with dementia recognise music’s value in supporting the wellbeing of a loved one. As the person with dementia’s cognitive state declines over time, they become confused by their surroundings and can become distressed by their confusion. When their moment-by-moment memory becomes fleeting, it can be important to help them access long-term memories and life experiences through music.

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