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Globally, nearly 9 million people are living with type 1 diabetes (T1D). Although the incidence of T1D is not affected by socioeconomic status, the development of complications and limited access to modern therapy is overrepresented in vulnerable populations. Diabetes technology, specifically continuous glucose monitoring and automated insulin delivery systems, are considered the gold standard for management of T1D, yet access to these technologies varies widely across countries and regions, and varies widely even within high-income countries.

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Dairy intake is likely to influence dietary energy density (ED) and nutrient density (ND), which are factors representing aspects of dietary quality.

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Binge eating disorder and purging disorder have gained recognition as distinct eating disorder diagnoses, but risk factors for these conditions have not yet...

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There is a high prevalence of mental health problems amongst adolescents

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To determine the constellation of lifestyle and demographic factors that are associated with poor mental health in an adolescent population.

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To determine whether the prevalence of mental health problems among adolescents on court ordered remand in South Australia has changed since 1989

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Bacterial colonisation of the airways is associated with increased risk of childhood asthma

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To examine the relationship between smoking behaviour, mental disorders and emotional and behavioural problems in a nationally representative sample of young pe

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Over the past decade we have seen declining rates in child engagement in physical activity with escalating health problems ensuing.

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The Kids Research Institute Australia researchers who worked with young people to develop an app designed to help teenagers stay safe in the sun have been named joint winners of a new award for ‘Best Practice in Children’s Consultation’.