Research

As part of an effort to counter misinformation and vaccine hesitancy, a team of researchers at the University of Auckland, including pharmacist Amy Chan, are asking Kiwis for their thoughts on vaccinations

The health sector has always appealed to Amy Chan

Pharmacist and medical herbalist Phil Rasmussen reviews the literature on one of the world’s oldest known spices, ginger

Treating skin infections in children should be a high priority following research confirming streptococcus skin infections can trigger acute rheumatic fever, says University of Otago researcher Julie Bennett

Research led by Samoan and Cook Islands Māori academics has found that a traditional Samoan medicinal plant is as effective as ibuprofen for treating inflammation.

Research led by Samoan and Cook Islands Māori academics has found that a traditional Samoan medicinal plant is as effective as ibuprofen for treating inflammation.

Pharmacist and medical herbalist Phil Rasmussen reports on the impressive credentials of comfrey for pain relief

Some recent studies have shown similar peak viral loads in vaccinated people compared to unvaccinated people who contract COVID. This has raised concerns for the efficacy of vaccines for preventing transmission

The month of July swiftly went from ordinary to extraordinary for Auckland School of Pharmacy research fellow Rachael Sumner, after she was offered not one but two fellowships worth a combined $416,356 within the space of 24 hours

An Auckland researcher’s delayed foray into the world of science is paying off now she has gained a scholarship for looking into improving mental health medications, writes Anna Lee