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Neurology 9 March 2026

Polyvagal Theory debunked in comprehensive new study

A recent paper co-authored by 39 leading scientists names the Polyvagal Theory (PVT) ‘untenable.’ It’s the work of two decades, with agreement from experts in wide-ranging fields. But some in the psychological community are hesitant to let PVT go.

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Indigenous health 23 February 2026

Bulwul Balaang nurtures lifelong health for young Indigenous women, study shows

Leaders at the Waminda Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) in Nowra, NSW, have partnered with researchers at Charles Darwin University (CDU) to evaluate the Bulwul Balaang program for young Indigenous women. Outcomes included increased access to health checks, but researchers say that more importantly, the program lays the foundations for lifelong health.

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Health communication 27 January 2026

Can ‘The Pitt’ revive emergency medicine?

Emergency medicine has been coding since COVID-19 due to overcrowding and understaffing. New television series ‘The Pitt’ – the trauma-informed, adult child of ‘ER’ – is screaming about the state of emergency health care in the United States.

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