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Google could play a big role in protecting the health of American children

20/09/2023

Applying Google’s own nutrition advertising policy to the US market would slash the number of products from the country’s top 25 food and beverage manufacturers that could be marketed to children online, according to new research from The George Institute for Global Health.

Google role in protecting the health of children

ANZUP and The George Institute join forces to shed light on prostate cancer treatments

29/08/2023

The Australian and New Zealand Urogenital and Prostate Cancer Trials Group (ANZUP) and The George Institute for Global Health have announced a new collaboration to improve outcomes in genitourinary cancers, with an initial focus on predicting which patients will benefit from radiation therapy after surgery for prostate cancer.

The George Institute and the University of Colombo partner to strengthen health systems in Sri Lanka

24/08/2023

Dr Poonam Khetrapal Singh, the Regional Director, World Health Organization South-East Asia Region today inaugurated the Centre for Health Systems Policy and Innovation (CHSPI), an initiative of the World Health Organization with the Asian Development Bank. The Centre is led by the University of Colombo and The George Institute. It aims to support policy and innovations that will strengthen primary health care and health systems in Sri Lanka.

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Google could play a big role in protecting the health of American children

ANZUP and The George Institute join forces to shed light on prostate cancer treatments

The George Institute and the University of Colombo partner to strengthen health systems in Sri Lanka

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Google could play a big role in protecting the health of American children

ANZUP and The George Institute join forces to shed light on prostate cancer treatments

The George Institute and the University of Colombo partner to strengthen health systems in Sri Lanka

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Awareness of vaping risks key to reducing e-cigarette use among young people

Study shows ultra-low-dose 4-in-1 blood pressure pill would be cost-effective in Australia

Maximum sodium targets needed for pre-packaged foods in China, new research suggests

New study shows common blood pressure meds under-used for migraine

Many young people who’ve never vaped may be susceptible to starting, study suggests

Tens of thousands of lives a year could be saved by new treatment protocol for brain haemorrhage

International study clarifies role of hydrocortisone in the management of patients with septic shock

Australian High Commissioner announces DAP Grant to The George Institute for Global Health, India to implement Mental Health initiatives in Telangana

New report confirms devastating financial impact of NCDs on households and a crippling lack of data

The George Institute India releases study on contribution of indigenous foods to address malnutrition in Vulnerable Tribal Communities in India

The George Institute for Global Health, India reports on the psychological responses to climate change and COVID-19 in young Indians

Aboriginal organisations demand action: Walgett drinking water health threat

Is there an optimal blood pressure drug for every person? Innovative study shows potential for personalised blood pressure treatment

First-in-class treatment delivers major advance for incurable kidney disease

Many young Australians exposed to e-cigarettes despite restrictions, study suggests

Buyer beware: 60% of foods purchased by Americans contain technical food additives

Greater gender equality helps both women and men live longer

New research highlights how human rights law can improve women's health

Multi-country dementia study shows women’s greater risk may be linked to disadvantage

India has a long way to reach zero catastrophic costs goal for TB patients: Study