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Chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) is a leading global cause of potentially preventable hearing loss in children and adults, associated with socioeconomic deprivation. There is an absence of consensus on the definition of CSOM, which complicates efforts for prevention, treatment, and monitoring.

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Researchers from the Wesfarmers Centre of Vaccines and Infectious Diseases at The Kids Research Institute Australia have shared their expertise with the community in Cockburn, covering topics ranging from respiratory disease in babies to recurring ear infections in kids.

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Wait times for Aboriginal children suffering ear infections could be reduced to less than four weeks thanks to a new The Kids Research Institute Australia research project

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Three The Kids researchers have been named amongst WA’s most outstanding young scientists for their efforts to ensure kids around the country have the chance to lead happy and healthy lives.

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14 important The Kids Research Institute Australia research projects have received support under the inaugural WA Near-miss Awards (WANMA) funding program.

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Findings from The Kids Research Institute Australia’s ‘Ear Explorers’ real-life research project undertaken as part of the 2019 Telethon weekend, found short videos were more helpful than photos when making a diagnosis.

Discover the news and events of the Rett syndrome and related disorders team, and find out what the team is working on in the fields of children disorders.

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Developmental Coordination Disorder is a lifelong disability impacting most aspects of daily living that involve movement. With an estimated prevalence of ~5% of children, the disorder affects an average of one to two children in every Australian classroom.