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World Breastfeeding Week: Q&AIn celebration of World Breastfeeding Week (1 – 7 August), we sat down with Professor Valerie Verhasselt to ask her some of the top questions about breastfeeding and immunology.
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Cancer Council WA supports development of less toxic treatments for childhood brain cancerThe Kids Research Institute Australia researcher, Dr Raelene Endersby, will work to develop less toxic treatments for children with brain cancer, thanks to support from Cancer Council WA.
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The Kids Research Institute Australia Cancer Centre Researcher wins Cancer Council WA FellowshipCancer Council WA has awarded a Post-Doctoral Fellowship to Dr Ben Wylie, for his project to help kids with sarcoma.
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Trial of new antibody gives hope to children suffering from brain cancerChildren with aggressive brain cancers could soon have access to a significant new treatment option, using a unique antibody that stops cancer cells from repairing themselves.
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New locally-developed app to support women through pregnancyA new evidence-based app designed to support pregnant women to live a healthy lifestyle and give their baby the best start has been launched by The Kids Research Institute Australia and the Joondalup Health Campus
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More pedestrians, less cars: Researchers call for shopping strip overhaulResearchers have identified 10 Australian shopping strips where the removal of on-street parking would transform the area’s liveability.
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Families shape future of Down syndrome careA collaborative study between UWA, Perth Children’s Hospital, The Kids and advocacy and support group Down Syndrome WA, has identified the top priorities, according to patients and carers, for clinical care and research for children with the genetic cond
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Asthma medication reduces respiratory complications during tonsil surgeryA Perth study has shown that over-the-counter asthma medication before surgery can reduce respiratory complications during and after tonsillectomy surgery.
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New The Kids Board membersWe are delighted to announce two outstanding appointments to our Board of Directors. Joining the Board are Fiona Drummond and Jane Muirsmith.