Memory disorders may be influenced by a shared set of brain systems
Scientists from the University of York have revealed that a shared set of brain systems may crucially control the recollection of facts and memories.
The...
Starving brain tumours to prevent their growth
A team of researchers have found a novel way of starving brain tumour cells of energy in order to prevent further growth.
The pre-clinical research...
Managing early-stage COVID-19 with repurposed drugs
A large-scale human genetic study has been used to identify drug targets that could help manage COVID-19 progression in the early stages of the...
Call to remove inequalities for adolescents and young adults with cancer
Adolescents and young adults (AYA) with cancer are often missing out on age-appropriate specialist care owing to a lack of awareness of how their...
Finding a balance in neurological health treatment
Ainone’s novel balance measuring device could revolutionise the diagnosis and treatment of concussion, dementia, and other neurological health issues.
Within the neurological system, there are...
Management and treatment of chronic pain across Europe
Mariana Branco of Pain Alliance Europe explores issues around the diagnosis and treatment of chronic pain.
When we speak about management and treatment of chronic...
Vaccination issues that are impacting healthcare professionals
European Association of Hospital Pharmacists Director of Finance Nenad Miljković discusses vaccination issues facing healthcare professionals.
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the topic of vaccination has...
Evaluation shows no cases of clotting from COVID-19 vaccines in Wales
New research has shown that there have been no cases of COVID vaccine-related blood clots in Wales.
The rapid evaluation of the Welsh healthcare data,...
Novel treatment could offer fertility hope for early menopause
A new pilot study has shown that a novel treatment approach holds promise for restoring ovarian function in early menopausal women.
In the small-scale study,...
UK early breast cancer care still effective during COVID-19
A new study has shown that early breast cancer care in the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic is still as safe and effective as...
UK funds mental health recovery plan with £500m
The UK government is funding a mental health recovery with £500m that will support hundreds of thousands of people living with mental health conditions.
As...
Thousands of deaths prevented in UK thanks to COVID-19 vaccines
A new analysis has suggested that thousands of deaths from COVID-19 have been prevented due to the vaccination programme.
An analysis from Public Health England...
Breakthrough study finds clues for ‘silent’ stroke treatment
A team of scientists have uncovered the genes that are responsible for lacunar, or ‘silent’, strokes, pointing to clues for new treatments.
Silent strokes are...
Researchers identify new targets for COVID-19 antibodies
New targets for COVID-19 antibodies have been identified, demonstrating new opportunities to fight the virus.
Each person infected with COVID-19 has the potential to create...
Preventing COVID-19 infection of the nervous system
A number of research studies have shown that COVID-19 can attack neurons and the nervous system. This new research has identified ways to prevent...
WHO says COVID-19 highlights urgent need to end TB
The World Health Organization (WHO) has said that the COVID-19 pandemic highlights the urgent need to reboot global efforts to bring an end to...
A new way to deal with high blood pressure
A German start-up aims to revolutionise blood pressure treatment with an interactive and personalised hypertension app.
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is the most common and...
Overlooked brain cells could lead to new therapies for sleep disorders
Scientists have confirmed that astrocytes – a type of star-shaped brain cell – can have an impact on sleep.
A new study, carried out by...
Studies show COVID-19 links with hearing loss
A systematic review of COVID-19 studies has revealed an association between the virus and hearing loss.
A total of 56 COVID-19 studies have identified an...
From the world’s first micro insulin pump to automated insulin delivery
Swiss company Ypsomed is committed to driving innovation in diabetes treatment.
Innovation, reliability, and design have always been characteristic traits of Swiss company Ypsomed and...
