In a recently published review of medical nutrition therapy for gestational diabetes, the authors unpack what the research tells us about dietary interventions for managing gestational diabetes and includes emerging areas of research interest. The authors share the key points of the critical review and shows why the ‘dietary utopia’ of the perfect diet for gestational diabetes is unlikely to be found.
A set of physical activity for pregnancy guidelines, developed by The University of Queensland and CQUniversity, was released by the Australian Government Department of Health on Mother’s Day.
Brisbane Lions’ AFLW grand finalist Natalie Grider and Australian middle-distance runner Callum Davies have been announced as The University of Queensland’s 2021 Sportswoman and Sportsman of the Year.
For the first time in Australia, researchers can accurately predict if babies are at risk of childhood obesity by the age of eight to nine years of age.
UQ students are the first cohort to experience interprofessional practice education and training in Metro North Hospital and Health Service’s new Surgical, Treatment and Rehabilitation Service (STARS).
Dr Keane Wheeler was recognised as the Accredited Exercise Scientist of the Year for 2020 for his work in co-designing independent, influential, and Indigenous-led engagement initiatives for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families, and communities.
Dr Rebecca Olive, from the UQ School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, spoke to the ABC about Brisbane sprinter Julie Brims, who recently smashed ageist stereotypes by setting new sprinting records.
Multicultural Australia teamed up with the Australian Government and their Welcome Sports Hub — including UQ as a partner — to give children and young adults an opportunity to try their hand at AFL, Netball, Football, Tennis and other sports in a fun and inclusive environment.
Dr Anna Hogan from UQ's School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences and School of Education spoke to Brisbane Times about state schools’ “private income” .
LGBTIQA+ Allies make an important contribution to the university and wider community by creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive space for sex, gender, and sexuality diverse people.
The exceptional work of six academic staff members from UQ’s Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences has been recognised with their appointments to Professor.
