Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) in New Lambton, New South Wales, Australia | Medical research centre

Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI)

Locality: New Lambton, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 4042 0000

Address: 1 Kookaburra Cct 2305 New Lambton, NSW, Australia

Website: https://hmri.org.au

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24.01.2022 As a nation that loves sport, did you know that concussions are the most common form of brain injury? Benn Coubrough is an elite distance runner and coach with Newcastle-based Runlab. In support of HMRI and our research in sports concussion, Benn will be running the challenging 250km Great North Walk, from the Sydney CBD to Queens Wharf, Newcastle next month, with the goal of completing it in the fastest known time.... You can support Benn by donating at the link below, with proceeds supporting our life-changing research. https://www.mycause.com.au//im-running-the-great-north-wal

22.01.2022 Congratulations to the healthcare professionals in the HNE Health local health district who have been named as finalists in the 2020 NSW Health Awards!

22.01.2022 With hip fracture posing a major fatality risk in people over 50, a new study aims to establish evidence for improved discharge planning for elderly patients following hip surgery. Fracturing a hip can pose a long and difficult recovery process. It can dramatically impact quality of life and reduce mobility, independence, and social engagement. Often, it can be the tipping point for moving an elderly person into an aged care facility. The study, led by behavioural and publi...c health expert Laureate Professor Rob Sanson-Fisher, will aim to assess and ensure plans following a hospital discharge are highly tailored to a person's individual needs to improve the health outcomes for these patients. Learn more https://bit.ly/3lKquUA

20.01.2022 National Carers Week #carers2020 #WhyWeCare Did you know that there are 2.65 million carers in Australia who provide unpaid care and support to family members and friends? It is estimated that carers will provide 2.2 billion hours of unpaid care in 2020 and that the value of unpaid care in Australia is almost $1.5 billion per week. This week we celebrate those who generously and selflessly take on the role of a carer.... It is also important to acknowledge and give thought to how we can care for those who care. Join us for our Mental Health: Taking Care of Yourself and Each Other Virtual Community Seminar TONIGHT where we discuss the important role of those who are caring for someone with a mental health condition and how we give voice to their experiences too. There is still time to register for our seminar here https://bit.ly/3nGFVyO Carers NSW Carers Australia

19.01.2022 Medical researchers from around Australia, along with people impacted by brain cancer, will benefit from the research grants announced by the Mark Hughes Foundation at the HMRI Virtual Awards Night, held last Thursday evening. Thanks to tremendous support and donations from the community, eight researchers from across Australia will be able to undertake innovative research in the fight against brain cancer. Congratulations to Associate Professor Paul Toony and Professor Huber...t Hondermarck from HMRI and The University of Newcastle, Australia who were awarded two of these highly competitive grants. Learn more https://bit.ly/3lt9XEO

19.01.2022 Help us develop effective stroke prevention programs! If you have had a transient transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or small stroke, you can volunteer for 6 months of stroke risk monitoring. More Information https://bit.ly/2GVS7vf

19.01.2022 Parents, are your teenagers active on social media? Our researchers are currently trying to understand the impact of food marketing on adolescents on social media platforms. If you have a child aged 13 16 and you are willing to have them complete an online survey, register your interest here https://bit.ly/35iqMLV

18.01.2022 The University of Newcastle, Australia Distinguished Laureate Professor Talley is gastroenterologist with a special interest in inflammation and infection, and is considered an international authority in the field. We're so pleased to award Nick the HMRI Research Excellence Award for 2020. One of the chief investigators and Director of the NHMRC-funded Centre for Research Excellence in Digestive Health, his research covers inflammation in the gut, the role of the gut mic...ro-organisms and the gut-brain axis. Laureate Professor Talley is a senior staff specialist at John Hunter Hospital and the current editor-in-chief of The Medical Journal of Australia. Learn more about why he chose a career in research and what the most rewarding part of his career has been https://youtu.be/P-vNSOkiwuA

18.01.2022 #nationalnutritionweek #TryFor5 Did you know that only 7% of adults and 5% of children meet the recommended guidelines when it comes to vegetable intake? So how healthy is your diet? Take the quiz developed by leading nutrition and dietetics researcher Professor Clare Collins and her team at The University of Newcastle, Australia and HMRI. ... By taking the short healthy eating assessment, you'll be given personalised recommendations on what to eat to improve your nutrition and dietary intake. Head over to https://quiz.nomoneynotime.com.au/quiz/start

18.01.2022 October is Mental Health Month 2020 has no doubt been challenging for us all and the recent events this year have made it clear that it is important to think about and take care of our own mental health as well as understand the role mental health plays in our everyday lives. The theme of Mental Health Month is 'Tune In', which focuses on being present, being mindful and being aware of ourselves.... Don't forget that support is available if you or a loved one need to speak to someone about a mental health condition. https://www.lifeline.org.au/ https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ https://kidshelpline.com.au/ https://headspace.org.au/ https://healthinfonet.ecu.edu.au/ https://qlife.org.au/

17.01.2022 Do you have a child in years 9 - 12 interested in a career in medical research? The Newcastle and NSW committees of the Australian Society for Medical Research (ASMR) are hosting a virtual careers evening this Wednesday 14 October from 6.30pm via Zoom. The event will feature a panel discussion with scientists from a wide range of fields, with the opportunity for students to ask questions and advice about a career in medical research.... Register for the event here https://tinyurl.com/yxemstzp

17.01.2022 Newcastle families! Help researchers at The University of Newcastle, Australia build a social skills app to support children with a diagnosis of autism. If you have a child aged 5 12 who is on the autism spectrum, we’d like to invite them to help our researchers design and build a game-like iPad app for social skills! ... Interested? Visit https://tinyurl.com/uonautismstudy for more information.

16.01.2022 We've had to make the shift to doing things in different ways this year due to the challenges #COVID19 as thrown at us, including when it comes to our health, with many services going online. So how can e-health interventions support people with mental health and substance use conditions? Dr Milena Heinsch is an accredited social worker and Senior Research Fellow at The University of Newcastle, Australia's Priority Research Centre for Brain and Mental Health. As an implementa...tion scientist, her work focuses on evaluating how digital interventions can be implemented for a range of health and mental health conditions. The goal of her research is to ensure that everyone has access to the treatment and knowledge they need, at the time they need it. Milena will be presenting at our upcoming Mental Health virtual community seminar. You can register your interest here https://bit.ly/34fsNb8

16.01.2022 Researchers at The University of Newcastle, Australia are investigating gastrointestinal disease and gastrointestinal health. Anyone between the ages of 18-85 and living in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, or the Hunter, can contribute to digestive health research - whether you have symptoms or not. You are invited to complete the Digestive Health and Wellbeing Survey!... Participate here https://tinyurl.com/y5m7tgfq

14.01.2022 Associate Professor Tracy Burrows is an advanced accredited practising dietitian and senior lecturer at The University of Newcastle, Australia. We're proud to award Tracy the 2020 HMRI Award for Mid-Career Research. She has attracted more than $6 million in research funding for her program of research on obesity in children and adults, including food addiction and obesity management. Her expertise has seen her invited to work internationally, including with organisations in t...he UK and USA. A mentor to other researchers, Associate Professor Burrows is co-chair of HMRI’s Ignite Committee which supports the learning, development and mentoring of early and mid-career researchers. Learn more about why Tracy chose a career in research and how she has followed her passion to achieve what she has done to date. https://youtu.be/I2eVuMT1lKQ

14.01.2022 With mental health conditions affecting 20% of Australian's aged 16-85 in any given year, caring for someone with a mental health condition can bring its own set of challenges. Dara Sampson is a social worker, Senior Research Manager for the The University of Newcastle, Australia's Priority Research Centre for Brain and Mental Health and PhD candidate. Her work focuses on challenging the stigma associated with mental illnesses, as well as supporting those living and experienc...ing such conditions, and their friends and families. Dara will be presenting at our upcoming Mental Health virtual seminar about how we can supporting those who care for someone with a mental health condition, essentially living with it, but not in it. Register your interest here https://bit.ly/33kV9RW

14.01.2022 Volunteer for research without leaving your home! Stroke survivors needed to test new interventions aimed at reducing your risk of another stroke. All interventions are delivered via video calls so you can participate from the comfort of your own home. https://bit.ly/2SwYp6G

13.01.2022 The Australian Government has committed a further $8.5m in funding to Australia’s largest and longest operating women’s health survey. Since 1996, the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health has followed over 57,000 women, spanning four generations, collecting a broad range of information that provides an evidence base for both health policy and practice implementation. The study is directed by HMRI researcher and The University of Newcastle, Australia Global Innovati...on Chair in Responsive Transitions in Health and Ageing, Professor Julie Byles. Learn more https://bit.ly/3jAmJQc

13.01.2022 How wonderful is the Fairy Garden makeover over at the John Hunter Children's Hospital looking! It will be such a wonderful space for families to enjoy. Congratulations HNE Health, HNEkidshealth and GWH Build

12.01.2022 With one in nine Australian's affected by asthma, a team of researchers have been awarded $2.5M in government funding to investigate personalised approaches to asthma treatment. "A one-size-fits-all approach to asthma does not cut it", said lead investigator Professor Vanessa McDonald from HMRI and The University of Newcastle, Australia's Centre of Research Excellence in Asthma Treatable Traits. Professor McDonald and her team are focused on improving approaches to asthma and... the lives of people with the disease. Learn more https://bit.ly/36FT70H

12.01.2022 Have you had a transient ischaemic attack (TIA) or mini-stroke? Find out how you can help researchers understand how more about stroke prevention! Visit https://bit.ly/2GVS7vf

12.01.2022 Mental Health Month 2020 Researchers from the The University of Newcastle, Australia are looking at what support may be available to help people with a mental health condition get healthy. Learn more here https://bit.ly/30C2HPr

11.01.2022 Associate Professor Andrew Gardner is an NHMRC early career fellow at The University of Newcastle, Australia and a HNE Health honorary clinical research fellow. We're pleased to award Andrew with the 2020 HMRI Award for Early-Career Research. A clinical neuropsychologist, he is co-director of Newcastle's Sports Concussion Clinic, a member of the Priority Research Centre for Stroke and Brain Injury, and works with both the Australian Rugby Union and NRL - National Rugby League... in sports concussion. He has completed three fellowships at Harvard University and secured more than $5 million in research funding and is the principal investigator leading one of the world’s largest research programs examining the brain health of retired professional collision sport athletes. Learn more about Andrew's career and what the award means to him here https://youtu.be/Nb8AdEC7dzE

11.01.2022 Join us for our Mental Health virtual community seminar Wednesday 14 October from 6pm. We have an amazing panel of mental health clinicians and academics including Dr Sally Fitzpatrick. Sally is a registered clinical and developmental psychologist and current Acting Program Manager for Everymind, a leading, Newcastle-based institute that aims to reduce mental ill-health, suicide and improve overall wellbeing.... Sally is passionate about translating knowledge into evidence based programs that focus on children and families, as well as understanding the factors that contribute to the mental health and wellbeing of all Australians. You can register for our seminar here https://bit.ly/34e3oi1

09.01.2022 Congratulations to HNE Health Chief Executive and HMRI board member Michael DiRienzo for being awarded the 2020 Business Leader of the Year at the recent Hunter Business Chamber Awards.

09.01.2022 HMRI and The University of Newcastle, Australia researcher Associate Professor Kelvin Kong was awarded the highly prestigious Menzies Medallion, last Friday by the Menzies School of Health Research. A highly acclaimed ENT surgeon who practises here in Newcastle, Associate Professor Kong has been recognised for his leadership in Aboriginal health service delivery, advocacy and research, in particular his work to improve ear health in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. Learn more here https://bit.ly/3lslOTj

08.01.2022 A child’s first day on earth should not be their hardest...or their last. Today is World Prematurity Day, a day that aims to globally raise awareness and understanding around preterm birth and its impact on families. Together with our partners The University of Newcastle, Australia and HNE Health, HMRI researchers are dedicated to finding ways to identify women at risk of preterm birth and developing personalised therapeutic approaches to improve the health outcomes of their ...babies. BorneHMRI is a science collaboration between Borne in the UK and HMRI, established by Dean and Sarah Mumm after their own personal experience with preterm birth. BorneHMRI researchers are dedicated to finding answers and solutions to this global problem and significantly reduce its prevalence around the world. For more information about BorneHMRI and how you can help visit https://bit.ly/3lF4fzN

08.01.2022 There is a lot of research on the prevalence and impact of food marketing that young people are exposed to via traditional media, but little is known about how food advertisements are embedded in social media content. Researchers at HMRI and The University of Newcastle, Australia are looking to understand more about this in an Australian first, two-nation study. There is a lot of evidence that food marketing to children through media such as TV promotes energy-dense, nutrient...-poor foods and beverages leading to poorer diet quality. Developing strategies to help teens optimise diet quality to improve their health reduces the risk of many chronic illnesses. Find out more about this study and how your children can participate here https://bit.ly/3l8ZLQE

06.01.2022 Last Wednesday evening we held our final virtual community seminar for 2020 - Mental Health: Taking Care of Yourself & Each Other. If you missed the seminar, it is now available to watch on our youtube channel here https://youtu.be/ldaIiB5Ielc Thank you all for supporting our virtual events in 2020 and making it possible for us to communicate to so many people about the amazing research being conducted here at HMRI.

05.01.2022 Time is brain! Time is of the essence for someone who is suffering a stroke. Did you know that for every 2 minutes a person having a stroke goes untreated, about 2 million brain cells will die? Neuroscientist Dr Rebecca Hood of the The University of Newcastle, Australia Priority Research Centre for Stroke and Brain Injury spoke on ABC Newcastle Breakfast last Friday about an exciting new virtual reality training program called TACTICS VR that will enable health professionals ...to diagnose patients faster and more effectively. Listen to the interview below. You can also learn more about our stroke research and current studies here https://bit.ly/2St53um https://www.abc.net.au//breakf/vr-stroke-training/12724806

05.01.2022 HMRI has welcomed the Australian Government’s announcement that it is investing $125M across three projects to improve the health of Australians in rural, remote and regional areas through access to innovative clinical trials. The HMRI team was proud to play a key role in developing one of the successful bids, working with the NSW Office of Health and Medical Research to write and coordinate one of the applications to see $30.6M of this funding improve access to innovative healthcare for the 1.8M people residing in rural, remote and regional areas of NSW. Learn more https://bit.ly/2T1ARXT

03.01.2022 HMRI and The University of Newcastle, Australia researchers Dr Myles Young and Dr Joel Petit have been named among 40 AMP Australia Tomorrow Makers, each receiving grants of $55k and $57k respectively to further their research. Dr Young will use the funds to make a suite of men’s physical and mental health programs available to more men, particularly those in regional and remote areas, while Dr Petit will use his funding for his research in developing a test to pick up early ...indicators of bowel cancer. Established in 2014, AMP Australia's Tomorrow Fund awards up to $1M in grants each year to amazing Australian's doing great things in their communities. Learn more https://bit.ly/3422XbH

02.01.2022 What questions do you have about mental health? What is the relationship between a healthy lifestyle and mental health? What are some of the things you can do to support a loved one who is anxious or depressed? What impact has the COVID-19 pandemic had on mental health in our community?... Professor Michael Breakspear is a clinical psychiatrist, neuroscientist and Group Leader of the Systems Neuroscience research group at The University of Newcastle, Australia and HMRI. His work focuses on understanding major mental health illnesses including mood disorders, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Michael will be on the panel at our Mental Health: Taking Care of Yourself and Each Other Virtual Community Seminar tomorrow evening answering any questions you may have. Have a question? Comment below, send us a DM or email [email protected]

01.01.2022 Amazing work being done by Professor Frances Kay-Lambkin and her team to support the families and friends of loved ones with substance addiction.

01.01.2022 #NationalNutritionWeek #TryFor5 Eating well doesn't have to be expensive. Try this two week challenge developed by The University of Newcastle, Australia and HMRI nutrition and dietetics researchers, that will help you prepare fast, easy and healthy meals at home within budget. Visit https://nomoneynotime.com.au/ for more information... https://www.newcastleherald.com.au//take-university-of-n/

01.01.2022 Last Saturday, 90 people braved the cold Spring morning and strong headwind to take on the Newcastle to Dungog Charity Bike Ride An amazing $4,000 was raised towards HMRI's life-changing medical research! Thank you so much to everyone who participated and supported. Thank you to The Rotary Club of Newcastle Inc. and Dungog Rotary Club for organising this event for another year and your continued support for HMRI.