Latest George Institute for Global Health News

Cute Cartoons, colours and claims: baby food marketing tactics have exploded in a decade
Australian cancer trials are getting worse at reporting sex differences – putting patients at risk
The “healthier” drink that isn’t: popular alcoholic beverages found to be ultra-processed despite health claims
UNSW researchers awarded $9m in MRFF early to mid-career grants
WHO convenes global experts to develop new road safety legal guidance
Obesity inequalities in England have widened since COVID-19 – with steepest increases in new cases in young adults
A new systematic review identifies key barriers preventing Indian adolescents from seeking mental health care
New pathway to improve care for heart failure and kidney disease patients
Professor Bala Venkatesh receives Order of Australia award for transformative impact on critical care
UNSW Community Recognised With King’s Birthday Honours
Three landmark studies highlight expanded benefits of kidney drug finerenone
Study shows peer support model improves mental health and wellbeing of transgender persons in Delhi NCR
Primary Care Reform Implementation Report
Women with kidney disease are being undertested, undertreated and left behind by decades of male-dominated research
NSW research trials report outcomes for women’s health: pharmacist-led UTI and oral contraceptive services
Driving innovation in stroke care and sustainable clinical trials
Changemakers LIVE highlights the next generation shaping the future of health
Experts call for urgent action as seven million Australians living with high blood pressure
George Institute researchers awarded MRFF grants to drive equity and innovation in health care
Beyond cultural competency, what does it actually mean to decolonise healthcare? New research has some answers
Behind Scenes Of 10 Year Global Clinical Trial
Women Deliver 2026: Connecting Climate, Chronic Disease and Gender Equality
First Nations-led housing solutions are already here, the research needs to catch up
‘Natural’, ‘Vegan’, ‘Eco-friendly’. New Research finds Australia’s food sustainability claims lack regulation
George Institute welcomes new WHO guidance on potassium-enriched salt
New WHO online course strengthens good practices in clinical trials
Professor Ian Hamilton Appointed Director of Global Planetary Health Program and Chair in Planetary Health
UNSW to fast-track female founders in new $4m NSW Government program
The George Institute led landmark study improves adolescent mental health in India’s urban slums
Every breath counts: why so many Australians with asthma aren’t getting the care they need
The George Institute brings together experts to strengthen adolescent mental health through ANUMATI 2.0 – an intervention in urban slums in India
UNSW Health Translation Hub Wins Top Industry Honour
Low-dose triple-pill cut risk of recurrent stroke by about 40%, global trial shows
Experts recommend potassium-enriched low‑sodium salt substitutes to tackle hypertension and heart disease in India
60 Day prescriptions are saving millions. Why aren’t more Australians getting them?
Connecting climate, NCDs & women’s health at Women Deliver 2026
George Institute researcher wins NHMRC scholarship to tackle a hormone at the heart of Australia’s hypertension crisis
Professor Sophia Zoungas appointed Executive Director of The George Institute for Global Health Australia
UNSW Researchers Honoured With Prestigious NHMRC Awards
The George Institute’s Professor Bruce Neal wins inaugural NHMRC Michael Alpers Global Health Award
A tax on unhealthy foods could save 212,000 Australian lives and $15 billion in healthcare costs
Beyond “the gap”: From surveillance to sovereignty in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health data
Heart Health For Women In Spotlight
In Memoriam: Dr Margie Peden
‘Low sugar’, ‘low carb’, ‘healthy choice’: how the alcohol industry is marketing its way into your wellness routine
The George Institute earns 2nd SAGE Cygnet Award for progressing gender pay equity
UNSW Sydney takes lion’s share of cardiovascular research awards
Anthony Rodgers takes out top NSW state award for cardiovascular research award