Kolling Institute

31/10/2025

Our researchers at the Kolling Institute have launched a clinical trial to gain a better understanding of what causes a heart attack - and you might be surprised by some of the possible triggers from bushfire smoke, big meals and even stress from an argument.

Recruits are now being sought for the study which researchers hope will help to save lives. Click here to find out more and to join the trial.
https://kollinginstitute.org.au/new-study-tests-how-stress-and-big-meals-can-trigger-a-heart-attack- Northern Sydney Local Health District Sydney Health Royal North Shore Hospital

A heavy Christmas lunch, an argument or even smoke from a bushfire may seem harmless, but for people at risk of heart disease, they could be deadly.

30/10/2025

Check out today's newsletter with a feature on one of our leading pain researchers who's stepping down after nearly three decades of service. There's a focus on the wealth of impressive activity across the Northern Sydney Local Health District including a clinical trial to investigate how emotional stress, a chest infection and even a big meal can trigger a heart attack. To find our more, flip through our flipping book.
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27/10/2025

In what is seen as a significant breakthrough, two new Alzheimer’s drugs are now available in Australia to treat the early stages of the devastating condition.

These new drugs are not yet widely accessible, but our researchers are pointing to the broad range of crucial measures we can take to lower our risk of the condition. Read more: https://kollinginstitute.org.au/researchers-urge-caution-around-breakthrough-alzheimers-drug Kolling Institute Northern Sydney Local Health District Sydney Health Royal North Shore Hospital

As we live longer and there are more people living into old age, there is an increasing number of people developing dementia with more than 400,000 people currently living with the condition in Australia.

17/10/2025

One of the nation’s leading pain specialists is stepping down after a career spanning nearly 30 years.

The Kolling Institute is hosting a special event to honour Professor Chris Vaughan and recognise his remarkable contribution to pain research.

Colleagues, collaborators and friends are all welcome to attend the event on October 27. For more details and to register: https://kollinginstitute.org.au/next-generation-of-researchers-to-build-on-remarkable-legacy Northern Sydney Local Health District Sydney Health Royal North Shore Hospital

As a Principal Hospital Scientist, Chris has successfully juggled roles as a researcher, mentor and educator at Royal North Shore Hospital, the Kolling Institute and the University of Sydney.

16/10/2025

Check out today's newsletter - It's a window into the dynamic people driving top research and exceptional healthcare across Northern Sydney. https://online.flippingbook.com/view/680875665 Northern Sydney Local Health District Sydney Health Kolling Institute Royal North Shore Hospital

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12/10/2025

The results of the world’s latest health check are out … and they show that heart disease remains our biggest killer – ahead of Alzheimer’s disease and lung cancer.

Our researchers say the report is a timely reminder that heart disease, in particular, can be prevented by reducing high blood pressure, obesity, smoking and exposure to air pollution.

Researchers are encouraging us to consistently monitor our blood pressure, especially as we age – as blood pressure is a key indicator of heart and general health. For more details: https://kollinginstitute.org.au/new-report-identifies-key-health-challenges- Kolling Institute Royal North Shore Hospital Northern Sydney Local Health District Sydney Health

12/10/2025

Co-inciding with World Arthritis Day, our researchers have joined a national campaign to dispel misinformation around osteoarthritis care.

They're encouraging the community to avoid low-value care, in favour of evidenced-based resources to help manage the condition.
https://kollinginstitute.org.au/national-campaign-to-combat-misinformation-about-osteoarthritis-care Kolling Institute Northern Sydney Local Health District Sydney Health Royal North Shore Hospital

Co-inciding with World Arthritis Day (12 October), researchers at the Kolling Institute are urging the community to avoid low-value osteoarthritis care, in favour of evidenced-based resources to help manage the condition.

29/09/2025

Kolling Symposium 2025 | We are pleased to announce award winning broadcast journalist Sophie Scott will be our keynote speaker at this year’s Kolling Institute Symposium.

The event will be staged in the Kolling auditorium on Thursday November 27th – with the theme this year - Discovery and Implementation through Collaboration. Sophie will discuss how to tap into your expertise for thought leadership.

Registrations are now open for the free event.
http://bit.ly/4gwbFCp Northern Sydney Local Health District Sydney Health Royal North Shore Hospital

25/09/2025

Concerned by the increasing rates of bowel cancer – especially among young people – our researchers at the Kolling Institute are developing a game-changing blood test to identify the disease.

Around 15,000 Australians are diagnosed with bowel cancer each year, with many in the later stages of the condition.

Leading research specialist Professor Mark Molloy is driving the exciting work to develop the diagnostic test .. and it won’t just be any blood test.. it's likely to be a test from a few drops of blood from a finger prick. Read more:
https://kollinginstitute.org.au/game-changing-blood-test-to-detect-bowel-cancer Northern Sydney Local Health District Sydney Health Royal North Shore Hospital

Bowel cancer is the third most common type of cancer in Australia and treating it is both costly and complex. Alarmingly, rates are rising among people under 50, and researchers still don’t know why.

24/09/2025

TOMORROW’S MEDICINE TODAY – MEDICINE AND THE MIND 🎙️
Professor James Elliott and Associate Professor Matt Doane chat with the renowned Professor Gin Malhi, Chair of Psychiatry at The University of Sydney and lead of the CADE Clinic at Royal North Shore Hospital.

He shares a powerful perspective: “How do we help people thrive, and not just conform to society's expectations?”
🎧 Listen now on our website: https://bit.ly/46BBCfk and Spotify: https://bit.ly/3Vx4Oza
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22/09/2025

Flip through our Kolling Institute newsletter for the very latest updates from our expert team of researchers, including some promising progress with our cancer investigators.

There's an opportunity to join a clinical trial to minimise the impact of osteoarthritis and an international award recognising 40 years of service to health and research. Read more: Sydney Health Northern Sydney Local Health District Royal North Shore Hospital NORTH Foundation

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19/09/2025

Today's newsletter offers a bird's eye view of the health services and care across Northern Sydney -- as well as a profile of our dedicated cardiology, rehabilitation and mental health researchers. Read more about the impact of their work.
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