Greater risk of long-term health conditions for people with autism
A new study has indicated that people with autism display a higher likelihood of developing long-term health conditions than others.
The investigation, conducted by researchers...
Correlation discovered between obesity-related colon cancer and inflammasomes
Evidence has emerged that the growth of obesity-related colon cancer is influenced by protein complexes called inflammasomes.
New research, conducted by scientists from the University...
World-first major progressive multiple sclerosis trial to launch in UK
The world’s first meg-trial for progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) is to launch later this year in the UK.
The Octopus trial is a revolutionary clinical...
Psilocybin-assisted therapy for mental health: a new paradigm?
We are living through a mental health crisis. Existing treatments barely scratch the surface of the problem, and have not translated into real-world benefit...
Novel method for enhancing tumours’ response to treatment
A team of researchers have innovated a new strategy that increases tumour receptiveness to cancer drugs, potentially augmenting the effectiveness of chemotherapy treatments.
The research,...
COVID-19 long-term effects on young adults’ heart health
A novel study has indicated long-term blood vessel and heart health impacts for young adults who have suffered minor COVID-19 symptoms.
The research, conducted by...
New form of muscular dystrophy discovered
Researchers have discovered a new form of muscular dystrophy related to changes in the JAG2 gene.
A new study led by the Department of Clinical...
The European Commission discusses cancer, COVID-19, and collaboration
HEQ speaks to European Commission officials about the goals and prospective benefits of the EU Beating Cancer Plan
In February 2021, the European Commission launched...
Novel probe invention provides early cardiovascular disease detection
A team of researchers has developed a novel probe that enables earlier cardiovascular disease detection, one of the leading worldwide causes of mortality.
The researchers,...
Tackling cancer care inefficiencies in Europe’s future
All.Can International’s Chief Executive Officer, Eduardo Pisani, discusses inefficiencies in cancer care and what might come out of the Conference on the Future of...
A novel radiation treatment may reduce symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease
A novel pilot study has indicated that implementing low doses of radiation can improve cognition and behaviour in people with Alzheimer’s disease.
The research, conducted...
3D brain models could accelerate search for multiple sclerosis treatments
Miniature 3D brain models have been developed that could help accelerate the search for treatments for neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS).
A team...
Discussing glycogen storage disease and patient support
AGSD-UK Specialist Care Advisor Jane Lewthwaite speaks to HEQ about the importance of community and advocacy for patients living with glycogen storage disease.
The Association...
The first tumour-uninformed cancer DNA detection test
A novel study has assessed the world’s first-ever tumour-uninformed cancer detection test for patients in remission.
The innovative testing method, called Guardant Reveal, was developed...
Treatment for neglected tropical diseases currently disrupted by COVID-19
A pulse survey conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO) has emphasised that the COVID-19 pandemic is persistently affecting health services for neglected tropical...
Diagnosing kidney disease may soon be automated with new algorithm
A new algorithm has been developed that can alert physicians to patients in the earliest stages of chronic kidney disease by scouring their electronic...
Study suggests that depression symptoms may be reduced through education
A novel mental health monitor has indicated that the lives of people with depression symptoms could be drastically improved if others understood their condition.
The...
Promise for ovarian cancer treatment from plant-derived drug
A new study has show that a plant traditionally used for its anti-malarial properties holds promise as a treatment for ovarian cancer.
Cancer researchers at...
Vagus nerve findings could be biggest stroke rehab progress in decades
Results from a new study looking at vagus nerve stimulation could be the biggest advancement for stroke rehabilitation in decades for patients with arm...
Lung cancer mortality influenced by pre-operative patient status
Researchers from Japan have discovered a correlation between pre-operative patient status and lung cancer mortality rate.
The research, published in the Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia...
