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The Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences at The University of Queensland is a world leader in health education and research. We offer the widest range of health study areas available in an Australian University, with award-winning lecturers who collaborate with internationally recognised researchers to create a cutting edge learning environment. Study areas include Dentistry, Rehabilitation

Sciences (occupational therapy, speech pathology, audiology, physiotherapy), Human Movement Sciences, Nutrition Sciences, Nursing, Midwifery, Social Work, Pharmacy, and Psychology. To explore the Health study options head to https://habs.uq.edu.au/study

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03/06/2026

New research is reshaping how we understand maternal mental health.👩‍🍼

In the largest global study of its kind, UQ researchers found that the prevalence of major depression in women and girls peaks two weeks after childbirth.👣

While depression affects around 4.3% of women and girls globally, this rises to 6.2% during pregnancy, 6.8% in the year after birth, and 8.3% at two weeks postpartum.

🔎These findings highlight a critical window where support matters most. Reinforcing the importance of integrated, evidence-based approaches to mental health care during pregnancy and beyond.

🔗 Read more: https://news.uq.edu.au/2026-05-major-depression-women-and-girls-peaks-2-weeks-after-giving-birth

28/05/2026

For Grace Power, culture is the foundation of everything she does.

Whether she’s contributing to Indigenous engagement in health, building women-focused businesses, or competing on the international football stage, Grace carries her family, Elders and community with her every step of the way.❤️

“Growing up I didn’t always see people who looked like me in these spaces, so I show up proudly as an Indigenous woman so that the next generation can see what’s possible."

Grace is now set to represent Australia on the global stage at the Women’s Football Alliance World Bowl as part of Team World, as one of two First Nations Australian women selected. 🏈

Read about this incredible woman, who is breaking barriers and forging her own path.

https://news.uq.edu.au/2026-05-culture-guiding-power-create-pathways

19/05/2026

🗨️“Evidence consistently shows that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander doctors improve access, cultural safety, and outcomes for First Nations patients and strengthen the health system for everyone.”
- Associate Dean (Indigenous Engagement), Professor Thelma Parker

The University of Queensland has committed to doubling the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander medical students by 2030.

The Indigenous Student Enrolment Strategy for the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree aims to foster a ’vibrant, culturally safe, and academically rigorous environment’ and sets a goal to enrol 25 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students per year, starting in 2027.

The overall target is to have 100 students enrolled by 2030, including in the regional medical programs.

Read more about the strategy below or via the link in the comments ⬇️

18/05/2026

Raising the anxious generation 📺📱

As economic pressures build and global tensions simmer, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the steady stream of troubling headlines.

These pressures often fall most heavily on the shoulders of parents. So how can parents and carers look after themselves, support the kids and young people in their lives and stay grounded when the world around them feels increasingly… complex?

’s Contact Magazine sat down with Professor Vanessa Cobham and Associate Professor Michael Noetel from the UQ School of Psychology to talk about how parents can nurture resilience at home and keep moving forwards even when things feel unsteady.

Read the full article via the link in the comments ⬇️

17/05/2026

Older adults living in aged care facilities have the highest prevalence of poor oral health, with untreated tooth decay estimated to be as high as 70% 🦷

Untreated dental diseases can affect overall health and wellbeing, including impaired cognitive function, poorer nutrition, increased frailty and a heightened risk of respiratory infections.

A research project is looking to change this, consulting with aged care residents and staff in regional Queensland and New South Wales facilities.

Phase one of the study revealed oral care was often a low priority due to low staffing rations, high workloads and competing priorities.

Find out more via the link in the comments⬇️

The project is a collaboration with Queensland Health, Moviliti Dental Care, Macquarie University, Anglicare Southern Queensland, St Vincent's Care, Fresh Hope Communities, the Whiddon Group, and has been funded by the Commonwealth Government’s Medical Research Future Fund.

06/05/2026

While we know a lot of autistic young people engage in organised sports throughout their life, research shows approximately 75% want to have greater engagement and additional support to engage in sport ⚽🏀

researchers are hoping to make this a reality, through Creating Connections, a co-designed digital training package that provides coaches with strategies to build inclusive sporting environments for autistic young people.

The program is made up of 9 modules guiding coaches on how to run smooth sessions, connect with young people and their families, and provide practical strategies to address communication and sensory needs.

Find out more from Dr Jess Hill and Dr Claudia Maddren in the video below or via the link in the comments ⬇️

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30/04/2026

🤦‍♂️Failing is part of life...but we shouldn't beat ourselves up about it.

If your inner critic enjoys ramping up the noise in moments of failure, it might be time to consider a more compassionate approach to self-reflection.

Associate Professor James Kirby from UQ School of Psychology, discusses how a more compassionate mindset, can help to reframe failure into growth, innovation and progress.

If you're ready to ditch negative self talk, and bring more self-compassion into your life, then read this: https://stories.uq.edu.au/contact-magazine/how-to-fail-better/index.html

28/04/2026

A new online therapy study is bringing quality care closer to home for people with post-stroke aphasia who live rurally. 💻❤️‍🩹

The TeleCHAT Implementation Study, delivered via telehealth, addresses the challenges presented by aphasia which is common in stroke survivors and affects a person's ability to talk, read, write, and comprehend others speaking to them.

Dr Jade Dignam from UQ's Queensland Aphasia Research Centre pictured with STARS Speech pathologist Angela says that they have already received positive feedback from consumers saying they are feeling more confident in their communication and are highly satisfied with the virtual service.

“Patients living in remote areas face great barriers in accessing treatment, and we want to address these health inequities," Dr Dignam said.

“We’ve had 3 participants – including one who lives in a rural town, and an 8 hour-drive from the closest medical centre – complete 50 hours of therapy in our first treatment block of the study.

“All therapies have been successfully adapted to be delivered online, and all participants were able to complete their care virtually, which is very encouraging.”

24/04/2026

For over 70 years, the Medical School has paid special tribute to the past students and staff, and all service men and women who sacrificed their lives protecting others in the line of duty.

Each year on the lawn of the Mayne Medical School forecourt, we pause to remember all Australians who served, past and present to protect our country.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them.

Lest we forget.

22/04/2026

This week marks an incredible milestone for the Longitudinal Study on Women's Health (ALSWH) 👭

Over the last 30 years. the study has tracked the health and wellbeing of more than 57,000 Australian women across regional, remote and metropolitan communities. ALSWH has produced key findings on endometriosis and the impact of domestic violence, chronic disease and mental health and has directly informed national health policy.

Launched in 1996, when women's health was under‑recognised and under‑researched, ALSWH has followed four generations of women, transforming our understanding of women's health. 👱🏼‍♀️👩🏻‍🦱👩🏽🧓🏼

Here's to another 30+ years or research excellence!🎉

Photo: Emeritus Professor Wendy Brown, Emeritus Professor Margot Schofield, Professor Annette Dobson AM, Emeritus Professor Lois Bryson, Professor Julie Byles AO in 1996. (Photo credit: The University of Queensland).

Read the article here: https://news.uq.edu.au/2026-04-australias-longest-running-womens-health-study-achieves-30-year-milestone

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