Beyond the BHSc: Explore diverse conjoint degree options with the Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) at the University of Auckland. 📅 Date: Thursday 30 January 2025 📍 Location: Grafton Atrium 85 Park Road Auckland, Auckland 1023 🔗 https://t.co/UVtVL9UQfb

A new study is highlighting the risk of harm to the health and well-being of young people from the frequent and extended use of digital technologies. 🔗Read more: https://t.co/KnBiY7nhLO

A new study, led by, Honorary Senior Research Fellow Dr Ladan Hashemi shows that migrant families are more likely than other New Zealanders to vaccinate their babies on time. Read more here:

PhD researcher Cristal Salatas, from Liggins Institute, has developed a data-rich map that could help reduce premature baby numbers. Read more here:

Professor Janet Fanslow’s research finds that economic abuse is common and is affecting about 15 percent, or one in seven women who have been in a relationship. Read more here:

Te Whatu Ora has recently increased the support for the Nurse Practitioner programme, fully funding 121 places within the programme, a response to an increase in eligible nurses applying to take part. Read more here:

A crucial training programme, partnered between the health and education sectors, for cardiac sonography has recently been launched at the University, the first of its kind in New Zealand. Read more about this exciting addition here:

Research into vaccine hesitancy finds people’s biggest concern is severe adverse effects, followed by how effective a vaccine is and how long its protection will last. Read more about this research here:

Two FMHS researchers are committed to improving equity in cancer care and have recently received funding for their research into improving cancer care. Read more about this amazing work here:

University of Auckland researchers are testing the application of castor oil to treat dry-eye disease with promising results so far. Read more about this exciting study here:

Researchers from FMHS are undertaking important research around the blood donation rights of gay and bisexual men. Read about the research here:

Did you know that New Zealand has committed to a 50 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from 2005 levels by 2030? Read about the dietary changes that researchers say could help NZ reach that climate target here:

Thanks to a single gene-editing treatment, a group of Kiwi patients with a serious genetic condition have come off their medications. Read about this gene-editing treatment, and the researchers that made this possible here:

Lucy Hardie, mother of five teenagers, has recently graduated with a doctorate degree based on vaping research. Read more about Lucy’s journey here: https://t.co/QabpfV0QC3

Bachelor of Nursing Graduate Elijah Muaiava wanted to study Medicine but found that his passion lies in nursing. Read Elijah’s story here: https://t.co/I42ZHhfjBd

In the midst of studying medicine at the University of Auckland, Dr Shane Smith launched Education Perfect. Read more about this online ed-tech company and Shane’s journey here:

Happy new year FMHS Whānau! We hope you all had a restful and rejuvenating Summer break with those that you love. We look forward to seeing what 2024 holds for our staff and students ⭐

Anantha Naraynan, trainee surgeon and musician, investigates the potential of music in the operating theatre. 🔗Read more about Anantha’s research here: https://t.co/3UvdfWE9In

From an unlikely start as a Bachelor of Optometry graduate, Simran Kaur now hosts one of the world’s most popular finance and investment podcasts. Read more about Simran’s journey from Optometry student to millionaire here:

🌟 Dive into cutting-edge newborn #genomics. Join us Nov 30, 6 PM, for our free public lecture. Learn how rapid genome sequencing revolutionizes infant care. 🗣️ Prof Justin O'Sullivan, Prof Frank Bloomfield & Dr Sophie Farrow. Register now: