Health sciences news

Carb cut could improve Covid-19 outcomes

Simple diet changes can reduce Covid-19 potential impact says an AUT author in the British Medical Journal.

Pacific language videos: Tuvalu

The Tuvalu instalment in AUT’s Pacific language video series – ‘Adapting to a changing world, shaping resilient futures’ is out now.

Eating healthy is hard on a Covid budget

More of us are now facing food insecurity - with children, Pacific peoples and Māori the most impacted, writes Emeritus Professor Elaine Rush.

Reimagine wellbeing together

AUT Professor of Psychotherapy, Keith Tudor, discusses wellbeing for Mental Health Awareness Week (September 21-27).

AUT 2020 Best Awards finalists

Thirty-six projects from AUT are finalists for the 2020 Best Awards.

The public sector ethnic pay gap

A new study reveals significant ethnic pay disparities within the top tiers of New Zealand’s core public sector and district health boards.

Pacific language videos: Tonga

The Tonga episode in AUT’s Pacific language video series – ‘Adapting to a changing world, shaping resilient futures’ has been released.

Study reveals low stroke awareness

A national survey shows that stroke is not recognised as a major cause of death. It also reveals low-level awareness of stroke among Pacific peoples.

Robot hygiene important too

AUT nursing lecturer Dr Rhona Winnington, underlines significance of cleaning for robotic support pets used to support people with dementia.

Stroke screening has no real effect

Professor Valery Feigin says a radical change in stroke prevention and treatment is needed in the current global health and economic crisis.