Genetic and environmental determinants related to recurrent, low grade disease in Aboriginal children

• Reach:

  QLD

• Focus area:

  Indigenous

• Status:

  Current

• Evaluated:

  No

Overview

This project will investigate recurring diseases in Aboriginal children and provide suggested treatment and prevention strategies. These diseases include upper respiratory tract infections, abnormalities of growth, skin conditions, dental disease, and bowel disorders. The focus of the research is the identification of environmental, biochemical, nutritional or genetic factors that may predispose Aboriginal children to these diseases.

Contacts

University of Queensland
Mayne Medical School
288 Herston Road
Herston Qld 4006
Ph: (07) 3346 4780
Fax: (07) 3365 5433
Email: enquiries@som.uq.edu.au

Research office
Ph: (07) 3346 4937
Email: research.office@som.uq.edu.au

Links

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