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Thursday, Mar 31

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Sporadic genetic mutations linked to strokes and seizures

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A collaborative study, including the University of Chicago Medicine, has discovered a link between a set of sporadic genetic mutations and lesions associated with strokes. A rare type of brain blood vessel malformation known as a cavernous…

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Drones within healthcare: the sky is the limit for medical supplies

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Paul Kostek, IEEE senior member and systems engineer with Air Direct Solutions explores the revolutionary role of drones in improving the delivery of essential medical supplies. In recent years, a number of global changes have…

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MMR vaccine drive urgently needed to prevent disease outbreaks

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Experts have expressed that MMR vaccine uptake needs to increase significantly to avoid life-threatening disease outbreaks. The MMR vaccine protects individuals from measles, mumps, and rubella. Professor Helen Bedford at UCL Great Ormond…

Exercise may reduce major depression symptoms and help with therapy

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Exercising for 30-minutes may reduce symptoms of major depression for at least 75-minutes post-workout and improve therapy. Major depression is a mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest. It greatly…

Bowel cancer patient care to be improved with novel algorithm

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Experts from the University of Portsmouth have utilised Artificial Intelligence and data analytics to improve bowel cancer patient care by predicting their stay in hospital. This new algorithm also considers potential patient readmission…

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Flash glucose monitors now available for type 1 diabetes patients in the UK

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The NHS has revealed that cutting-edge flash glucose monitors are now available for all UK patients with Type 1 diabetes, making the life-saving technology accessible for those who need it most. New guidance published by the National…

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Blood cancer treatment revolutionised with gene editing technology

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A research team from Hokkaido University has utilised gene editing technology to identify new molecular targets for treating aggressive forms of leukaemia in adults. What is leukaemia? Adult T-cell leukaemia/lymphoma (ATLL) is an…

Wednesday, Mar 30

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Lung damage persists long after COVID-19 pneumonia

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A new study finds that some people recovering from COVID-19 pneumonia have CT evidence of lung damage persisting for a full year following infection. The spread of SARS-CoV-2 devastated the world, with infection rates increasing at an…

UV LED lights effectively kill HIV and COVID-19 in 30 seconds

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A University of Toronto Scarborough investigation has found that UV LED lights can destroy HIV and coronaviruses in just 30 seconds. The team killed both viruses using UV LED lights, a common fixture in offices and public spaces; these…

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How can we reduce the use of antibiotics in food production?

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Dr Muhammad Asaduzzaman of the University of Oslo makes the case for the reduction of overused and misused antibiotics in food production to support an antibiotic-free supply chain for food. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the…

Are mobile devices used in healthcare a source of spreading infections?

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Keith Smith of Inner-Vision Technology Ltd examines the economic burden of hospital-acquired infections and how mobile devices help pathogens to spread. The growing, global burden of antibiotic resistance is presenting healthcare…

Low-intensity Vibration Therapy: Combatting an osteoporosis epidemic

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MyBones outlines the challenges to global bone health revealed by SCOPE 2021, and how Low-intensity Vibration therapy offers an innovative way to prevent and combat osteoporosis, that may assist existing support services. The results of…

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AI-powered breast cancer screening could soon be on the horizon

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A Norwegian study suggests that Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be effectively used to perform breast cancer screening, potentially speeding up diagnostics for the disease. The new research is the most extensive to date and was pioneered…

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The importance of staying hydrated for heart health

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Staying hydrated may be associated with a reduced risk of developing heart failure, according to researchers at the National Institutes of Health. Drinking fluids is important to maintain bodily functions. Staying hydrated promotes good…

Tuesday, Mar 29

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Can pharmacogenetic testing help patients with treatment-resistant depression?

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Pharmacogenetic testing shows promise in improving symptoms in patients with treatment-resistant depression. Treatment-resistant depression is depression that has not improved despite treatment. For many individuals, anti-depressants,…

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Osteoporosis prevention: Why early diagnosis is essential for bone health

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With initial diagnosis of osteoporosis often taking place after a breakage has occurred, Health Europa discusses the importance of osteoporosis prevention measures to protect bone health with Dr Amit Patel. As with many chronic conditions,…

Amarin: Rethinking Cardiovascular Risk in Europe

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At Amarin, we are committed to improving the lives of high-risk cardiovascular patients across Europe by establishing innovative treatments for cardiovascular disease (CVD). This advertorial is initiated, developed and funded by © Amarin…

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Scientists develop synthetic antibiotics to tackle drug-resistant superbugs

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Synthetic antibiotics could unlock the capability of killing drug-resistant superbugs and tackling the antimicrobial resistance (AMR) crisis. A groundbreaking discovery by a team of scientists from the University of Liverpool could…

Symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease tracked with new computational model

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Researchers from the Mayo Clinic have designed a cutting-edge computational model that analyses symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, potentially a groundbreaking advancement for monitoring the development of the neurological condition. The…

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Could a nasal spray revolutionise treatment for the delta variant?

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A new compound delivered in a nasal spray is highly effective in preventing and treating the Delta variant of Covid in mice. The study was a collaboration between the University of British Columbia (UBC), Université de Sherbrooke, and…

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Study finds lack of sleep increases unhealthy abdominal fat

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Lack of sleep combined with free access to food increases calorie consumption, leading to fat accumulation, especially in the abdominal area. A new discovery from a randomised controlled crossover study led by Naima Covassin, PhD, a…

NHS waiting lists to be tackled with new ‘planned care’ hospital

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A new state-of-the-art hospital for ‘planned care’ has opened in Berkshire to reduce NHS waiting lists caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Heatherwood Hospital in Ascot will alleviate the lengthy NHS waiting lists that have built up…

Monday, Mar 28

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Transforming our approach to disease prevention through health research

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Our Future Health – the UK’s largest ever health research programme – explains how it aims to transform the prevention, detection, and treatment of diseases. Millions of people in the UK and around the world spend many years of their later…

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The influence of social media use on well-being in adolescence

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Girls and boys could be more vulnerable to the negative effects of social media use at different times during adolescence. Social media use has dramatically changed how society views itself, how people live and talk to others and the…

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Promising tablet containing CBD reduces pain after shoulder surgery

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A new study finds that an oral tablet containing cannabidiol (CBD) effectively reduces pain after shoulder surgery with no safety concerns. Researchers from the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at NYU Langone Health found that the tablet…

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Nanobodies may stop infection from a range of COVID-19 variants

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Two studies performed by a team of researchers from the Karolinska Institutet has identified that nanobodies from an alpaca may be effective at neutralising an array of SARS-CoV-2 variants. The Karolinska Institutet team has designed a new…

Friday, Mar 25

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Pregnant women to be offered preterm pre-eclampsia test

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Midwives can now offer one of four blood tests to help diagnose suspected preterm pre-eclampsia, a potentially serious condition. The independent National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) diagnostic advisory committee has…

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Can consuming artificial sweeteners increase cancer risk?

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A new study discovers that some artificial sweeteners are associated with increased cancer risk. Artificial sweeteners are low-calorie or calorie-free chemical substances used as an alternative to sugar to sweeten foods and drinks. They…

Strengthening Europe’s defences against antimicrobial resistance

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With a particular focus on tackling antimicrobial resistance this year, we speak to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control about how it is working to improve public health preparedness among Member States. The European…

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New antibody test for MS provides results in just 20 minutes

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A team of researchers from the Mayo Clinic has developed a cutting-edge antibody test for multiple sclerosis (MS) that achieves accurate results in around 20 minutes. The novel test for MS marks a significant advancement in technologies…