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Deadly disparity
Women are less likely to receive CPR than men.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training could be contributing to inequitable outcomes in cardiac arrest survival. Bond University's Assistant Professor in Medicine Dr Jessica Stokes-Parish has been collaborating with researchers from other universities to examine CPR manikins on the global market.
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Handheld hazards
A Bond University study profiling the microbes on travellers’ mobile phones went viral, with news organisations across the globe reporting the surprising findings. Looking at 20 mobiles phones of foreign delegates attending the World Organization of Family Doctors (WONCA) conference in Sydney, the study uncovered new insights into phone hygiene. We spoke to the researchers about the study, what it means for phone users, and how we can keep our devices safe.
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Raising stars
Kids shouldn't train like Serena Williams did
Serena Williams. Simone Biles. Tiger Woods. Some of the all-time sporting greats started training almost before they could walk. But is that what's best for our kids and their future success? Dr Justin Keogh and Dr Carl Woods explain.
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Zero gravity
Prolonged space stays have real consequences for astronauts
Associate Professor Justin Keogh is Dean of Research in Bond University’s Faculty of Health Sciences & Medicine and Head of the Exercise & Sports Science Program. He explains the impact zero gravity has on astronauts who experience prolonged stays in space.
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Can anyone be an Olympian?
Actuarial Science student Pierre van der Westhuyzen and his older brother Jean (Class of 2018) were selected in the Australian Sprint Canoe team at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Bond's Dr Mike Todorovic and Dr Greg Cox have used them as a case study to help us understand the anatomy of an Olympian.
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