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Reconcilliation Action Plan

Our vision for reconciliation is a future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families experience equity in health, wellbeing and opportunity – empowered by partnerships grounded in respect, collaboration, and benefit.

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New study exposes link between pesticides and childhood brain tumours

A new Telethon Institute study has revealed a potential link between pesticide treatments in the home and a higher risk of children developing brain tumours.

Research

The Youth Safe Haven Café Project

The Youth Safe Haven Project will co-design a youth-specific Safe Haven Café within the Peel Health Hub to serve as an alternative to the emergency department for young people at risk of suicide.

News & Events

Genetic analysis reveals range of Rett syndrome

The first comprehensive analysis of the clinical effects of genetic mutations involved in Rett syndrome

News & Events

Study shows dramatic increase in caesarean sections

A new study has found that the rate of caesarean sections in Western Australia has almost doubled in a 20 year period to 2003.

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Perth researchers to trial bird flu vaccine

Perth researchers have begun a trial to test the effectiveness of a new vaccine to protect against the potentially deadly bird flu.

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Remote pools boost Aboriginal child health

A comprehensive study into the impact of swimming pools in remote Aboriginal communities has found significant health and social benefits for children.

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Sugary drinks in the spotlight

At The Kids, many of our studies have uncovered significant health risks associated with both high sugar drinks and energy drinks.

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Trying to beat asthma caused by exercise

Professor Graham Hall is leading a study looking at exercise-related asthma in young children, and we need volunteers to take part.

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Social disadvantage the focus for WA child health researchers

Researchers from The Kids will play a significant role in investigating - and breaking - the generational cycle of social disadvantage.