Making Alzheimer’s and dementia a global health priority
Lewis Arthurton, Policy and Communications Manager for Alzheimer’s Disease International, examines how different strategies can be developed to improve the diagnostic processes for Alzheimer’s...
Scientists discover new protection against COVID-19 during pregnancy
New research has discovered that breast milk and amniotic fluid may provide protection against COVID-19 during pregnancy.
In a new study conducted collaboratively by Swansea...
The evolution of care for different types of diabetes
Gérard Soula, founder and CEO of biotech company, Adocia, discusses the challenges facing the diagnosis, treatment, and management of various types of diabetes.
Diabetes is...
Dealing with dehydration in older adults
Professor Angela Kydd, Clinical Professor in Nursing at Robert Gordon University and NHS Grampian, discusses the impact of dehydration in older adults.
Food and drink...
Innovative glaucoma test powered by Artificial Intelligence
Australian scientists have unveiled the development of a groundbreaking glaucoma test that uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to provide accurate results in mere seconds.
The innovative...
Drug enhances bone marrow transplant outcomes for leukaemia patients
Experts have identified a drug that reduces the risk of leukaemia recurring when administered in combination with a bone marrow transplant.
A team of researchers...
Research reveals exciting new treatment for inflammatory arthritis
A Canadian study has potentially identified a new and effective therapy for combatting a particularly severe form of inflammatory arthritis.
Researchers from the Schroeder Arthritis...
Exploring the impacts of menopause on women’s bone health
Dr Louise Newson, GP and menopause expert explains how hormonal changes around the menopause can have a direct impact on bone health.
Understanding potential risk...
BRCA2 gene investigation may help to design targeted cancer treatment
Danish researchers have potentially made a groundbreaking advancement in developing an effective targeted therapy for cancer, identifying the pivotal role that the BRCA2 gene...
Transforming mental health assessment with Artificial Intelligence
A pioneering study has revealed that Artificial Intelligence (AI) can achieve a high-quality mental health assessment, potentially enhancing the future of diagnostics for mental...
Investigating the relationship between COVID-19 and chronic inflammation
Jesmond Dalli, Professor of Molecular Pharmacology, Sir Henry Dale Fellow and Lipid Mediator Unit Director, discusses new insights into the processes that contribute to...
Bumetanide diuretic pill shows potential as Alzheimer’s disease treatment
The widely available bumetanide diuretic pill has emerged as a potentially effective medication for treating Alzheimer's disease.
A novel study funded by the National Institute...
Understanding pregnancy-associated osteoporosis
Dr Sarah Hardcastle, Consultant Rheumatologist at the Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases, spoke to Health Europa about pregnancy-associated osteoporosis.
When we think of osteoporosis, we...
Deep brain stimulation transforms Parkinson’s disease treatment
Research emerging from the US has devised a new method for refining the precision of deep brain stimulation, a treatment that may potentially transform...
Vaccine hesitancy: Protecting pregnant women against COVID-19
Dr Patrick O’Brien, Vice President of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, discusses vaccine hesitancy among pregnant women.
On average, it takes a decade...
Substantial funding awarded to enhance Lou Gehrig’s disease research
The University of Michigan School of Public Health has received a sizeable $3.6m of funding to conduct groundbreaking research into Lou Gehrig's disease.
The investment,...
Prioritising preventative treatments for postmenopausal osteoporosis
Michael Smith, Managing Director of MyBones, discusses how Low-intensity Vibration could prevent the development of osteoporosis.
Treating postmenopausal women with Low-intensity Vibration (LiV) could strengthen...
COVID-19 negatively impacts physical activity levels for older adults
Luke Price, Senior Programme Manager at the Centre for Ageing Better, spoke to Health Europa about the physical activity levels for older adults during...
CRP rapid testing for suspected COVID-19 could slow the spread of antimicrobial resistance
Dr Carl Llor reviews recent evidence that C-reactive protein (CRP) rapid testing can be used as a prognostic marker in COVID-19 and contribute to...
Risk of type 2 diabetes reduced by excellent heart health
A novel study has indicated that middle-aged adults with good heart health are less likely to develop type 2 diabetes in their lifetime, a...
