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Injectable device delivering a nano-view of the brain – June 12, 2015
A team of international researchers from Harvard University has developed an injectable device that delivers a nano-view of the brain. Lead researcher, Charles Lieber, Professor of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, Harvard University and his research team have developed a method to fabricate nano-scale electronic scaffolds that can be injected via a syringe. The scaffolds can…
Read MoreRACGP recommends GPs & pharmacists steer clear of homeopathic medicine based on lack of evidence – June 11, 2015
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) has released its position statement on homeopathy, formally recommending that GPs stop prescribing homeopathic remedies, and advising pharmacists to not sell, or recommend, homeopathic products for use. In its position statement, the RACGP made four recommendations regarding the use of homeopathic remedies stating, “In light of strong…
Read MoreBirthday season at VIVA!
For most people around the world, the modern tradition of birthday celebrations involves a party with family and friends, gifts, cards and blowing candles out on a cake while everyone sings “Happy Birthday!” to you. But why? Have you ever thought where the custom of celebrating birthdays comes from? Although the exact origin hasn’t been formally…
Read MoreImmunise Australia Budget package designed to keep kids vaccinations up-to-date – June 9, 2015
The Federal Government’s $26 million Immunise Australia Budget package aims to ensure busy parents in local areas keep their children’s vaccinations up to date and to dispel immunisation myths. Local immunisation providers, such as GPs, will be given an incentive to identify children in their practice who are overdue for vaccinations to ensure their immunisations…
Read More“My mother told me” – in celebration of our Mum’s today – May 10, 2015
Today is Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 10) – a truly special day of the year during which we celebrate everything wonderful about our Mum’s. To mark this occasion, Team VIVA! has chosen to share some influential words of wisdom from our Mum’s. Read on to learn how our Mum’s have shaped the people who we…
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