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15 Mar 2026

Associate Professor Theresa Larkin: Shingles, Chickenpox and Why the Virus Returns Years Later

Health, Natural Sciences, Personal Safety, Science & Medicine

Many people think of chickenpox as a childhood illness, but the virus can remain hidden in the body for decades before returning as shingles. Associate Professor Theresa Larkin explains how the virus stays dormant, why shingles can be extremely painful, and what signs and treatments people should know about if symptoms appear.

Guest: Associate Professor Theresa Larkin, Associate Professor of Medical Sciences, University of Wollongong

Presenter: Warren Andrew

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15 Mar 2026

Associate Professor Micah Goldwater: Why Rational People Still Believe in Superstitions

Popular Culture, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

Most of us consider ourselves rational, yet superstitions still shape everyday behaviour. Psychologist Micah Goldwater explains why scientific thinking and ...

15 Mar 2026

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why Some Gen Z Men Are Returning to Traditional Gender Views

LGBTIQA+ Community, Popular Culture, Social Media, Society & Culture

New research suggests some Gen Z men are expressing more traditional views about gender roles than older generations. Associate Professor ...

15 Mar 2026

Ben Cork: What the Pride in Sport Survey Reveals About Inclusion in Australian Sport

LGBTIQA+ Community, Professional, Society & Culture, Sports & Recreation

New results from the Pride in Sport Index survey reveal how LGBTQIA+ players, coaches and volunteers are experiencing sport across ...