Methods of communicating relative risk to the public are often confusing.Brian Talbot/Flickr, CC BYIn a recent report on processed meat and risk of bowel cancer, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) stated:
Each 50 gram portion of processed meat eaten daily increases the risk of colorectal cancer by 18%.
This method of...
A recent exchange highlights the complicated nature of ownership when it comes to the Harry Potter universe. Luke MacGregor/ ReutersWhat would Dumbledore do? It’s a question that’s galled many die-hard fans of JK Rowling’s phenomenally successfully Harry Potter books since the author last week signed an open letter opposing a...
Viruses are not all bad. In fact, many ecosystems would not function without them.niaid/flickr, CC BYThe word “virus” strikes terror into the hearts of most people. It conjures up images of influenza, HIV, Yellow Fever, or Ebola. Of course we worry about these viruses—they bring us disease and sometimes an excruciatingly painful...
University of Canberra Vice-Chancellor Stephen Parker and Professorial Fellow Michelle Grattan discuss the week in politics, weighing the complexities involved in drafting a referendum question to recognise First Australians in the Constitution, and whether such a referendum is likely to be delayed until after the promised plebiscite on same-sex...
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Effective communication helps teams stay organised, share ideas and keep track of important information. While digital tools are now common in many workplaces, a whiteboard continues to provide a simp...
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The Evolution of Sustainable Event Merchandise Event planning has undergone a massive transformation over the last decade. Gone are the days when organizers could hand out cheap, single use plastic...
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Flowers have a great power to speak when humans cannot express their feelings with right words. Flowers are the best gifts when you are celebrating a birthday or welcoming a newborn child into your fa...
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For a long time, you might have defaulted to overseas suppliers when sourcing fabricated metal components for a project. The unit price was lower on paper, and the maths seemed straightforward. That...
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Tariff escalations, supply chain fragility, geopolitical events, and the ongoing threat of cyber disruption have reshaped the risk environment facing Australian organisations. The problem is that ma...
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Starting out as an Uber driver in Melbourne is not as complicated as it sounds but getting the vehicle right is where most new drivers get stuck. Uber has strict requirements around vehicle age, condi...
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Legal issues can begin with a simple question, then become harder to manage once formal steps are involved. Many people wait until a matter feels urgent before seeking guidance, even though earlier ...
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As Australian healthcare providers grapple with unprecedented operational bottlenecks, a new nearshore model is quietly transforming patient care delivery. Forward-thinking organisations, including...
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The gap between garment steamers built for a quick touch-up and ones built to keep pace with a wor...
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You cover your mouth when you laugh. You skip the group photo. Maybe you edit pictures to soften a...
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