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Niamh Chapman

Senior Research Fellow, Hypertension and Patient Engagement, University of Sydney
I am a blood pressure researcher that focuses on 'people and systems' to tackle the leading cause of death and disability in Australia and worldwide. I work closely with people from our communities who have lived experience of high blood pressure to develop educational and digital health tools to improve the management of high blood pressure. I am completed my PhD in 2021 at the university of Tasmania, for my PhD project I developed a health station that used a touchscreen app to control a blood pressure machine so that people could have their blood pressure measured while they waited for a blood test at pathology services.

In 2023 I moved to the University of Sydney where I am a Senior Research Fellow and co-lead Patient Engagement of the Australian Hypertension Taskforce which is endorsed by the Federal Minister for Health with the goal of improving blood pressure control from 32% to 70% by 2030. My current work is focused on empowering patients to navigate the management of high blood pressure through effective delivery of education in services people already use, like pharmacy.

Many people don’t measure their blood pressure properly at home – here’s how to get accurate readings

Dec 02, 2024 23:26 pm UTC| Health

Measuring your blood pressure at home means you can take readings over several days to get a better picture of your health, instead of one-off measurements at the doctors clinic. Its important you follow specific steps...

Economy

FxWirePro- Major Economic events for the day

Time (GMT) Currency Event Actual Previous Consensus 7:30 AM CHF CPI...

Dollar Rises on Manufacturing PMI as France's Political Landscape Wobbles

US dollar gained momentum after better than expected US ISM manufacturing PMI . It hits a high of 106.73 and is currently trading around 106.52. Manufacturing Insights: Signs of Improvement Amid Contraction The US...

Elon Musk’s $56 Billion Payday Rejected Again, Tesla Shares Slip in After-Hours Trade

Tesla shares dipped 1.3% in extended trading Monday after a Delaware court ruled against Elon Musks $56 billion pay package, deeming it excessive and void. The company announced plans to appeal while analysts predict a...

GM Offloads Michigan Battery Plant Stake to LG Energy as EV Ambitions Take a New Path

General Motors will sell its Michigan battery plant stake to LG Energy Solution as part of a significant pivot in its electric vehicle plans. The deal highlights GMs evolving approach to the EV market, emphasizing...

UK Retailers Hit Hard: BRC Survey Reveals November Sales Plunge Amid Festive Season Jitters

UK retailers reported a sharp 3.3% year-on-year sales drop in November, the lowest since April, according to the latest BRC survey. The decline reflects calendar disruptions from Black Friday, rising energy costs, and...

Politics

What steps is Donald Trump taking to prevent financial fraud in 2025?

In 2025, President Donald Trump has launched an aggressive campaign to combat financial fraud, introducing policies aimed at protecting consumers and restoring trust in financial institutions. His administrations efforts...

How will Donald Trump address the teacher shortage in 2025?

As Donald Trump assumes office in 2025, addressing the nationwide teacher shortage is among his administrations top priorities. With schools across the U.S. grappling with significant staffing challenges, Trumps proposed...

What are Donald Trump’s policies on protecting endangered species in 2025?

As Donald Trump prepares to take office in 2025, his policies on protecting endangered species are drawing both praise and scrutiny. Trump has pledged a comprehensive approach to conservation, aimed at balancing economic...

How will Donald Trump enhance disaster warning systems in 2025?

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to re-enter the White House in 2025, one of his key promises centers on enhancing disaster warning systems nationwide. With natural disasters becoming increasingly frequent and...

Joe Manchin’s Bold Move: Calls on Biden to Pardon Trump as America Faces an Unprecedented Political Crisis

In a surprising political twist, Senator Joe Manchin has urged President Joe Biden to pardon President-elect Donald Trump. The West Virginia Democrats call comes as the nation grapples with an increasingly polarized...

Science

How is Donald Trump prioritizing funding for cancer research in 2025?

President-elect Donald Trump has announced a major initiative to prioritize funding for cancer research in 2025, pledging billions in federal support to combat one of the worlds leading causes of death. The plan includes...

How will Donald Trump address renewable energy research funding in 2025?

President-elect Donald Trump has revealed plans to reshape the U.S. renewable energy landscape in 2025, sparking debates about the administrations commitment to combating climate change. While Trumps previous term focused...

RNA editing is the next frontier in gene therapy – here’s what you need to know

The United States Food and Drug Administration has just approved the first-ever clinical trial that uses CRISPR-Cas13 RNA editing. Its aim is to treat an eye disease called wet age-related macular degeneration that causes...

From using plant rinds to high-tech materials, bike helmets have improved significantly over the past 2 centuries

Imagine its the mid-1800s, and youre riding your high-wheeled, penny-farthing bicycle down a dusty road. Sure, it may have some bumps, but if you lose your balance, youre landing on a relatively soft dirt road. But as the...

Why does everything look flat even though the Earth is round?

Ever since the ancient Greeks first made observations of the circular Moon and the skies, scientists have known that the Earth is a sphere. Weve all seen beautiful images of the Earth from space, some photographed by...

Technology

Kia’s EV4 Breaks Cover for 2025: Entry-Level Electric Sedan to Shake Up the Affordable EV Market

Kias EV4 is officially on its way for 2025, promising to disrupt the entry-level EV market with bold design, cutting-edge technology, and starting prices around $30,000. Positioned as part of Kias push for EVs for all, the...

Tesla Scores Big as Longtime Critic Turns Bullish, Boosting Price Target from $85 to $380

Teslas stock received a major boost as Roth MKMs Craig Irwin upgraded his rating from Neutral to Buy, raising the price target to $380. Irwin, a longtime Tesla skeptic, now sees Trump-backed policies and a growing...

Cybertruck Lease Prices Slashed 10% as Tesla Grapples with Demand Drop and Sales Goals

Tesla has cut Cybertruck lease prices by 10% in a bid to reinvigorate demand after exhausting its reservation backlog. Challenges such as high pricing and reduced range have prompted Tesla to introduce aggressive sales...

Apple's Foldable iPhone May Turn Around Plummeting Foldable Sales by 2026

Amid a sharp decline in foldable smartphone sales in 2024, hope emerges as Apple plans to launch its foldable iPhone in 2026. Analysts believe this move could significantly boost sales and reshape the foldable markets...

Tesla Rolls Out Apple Watch App with Key Access, Frunk Control, and Climate Features Next Week

Tesla has officially unveiled its highly anticipated Apple Watch app, offering features like key access, frunk control, and climate activation. The app is set to launch next week as part of Teslas latest update, enhancing...