How can UVC light help to keep your staff and visitors safe
UK-based manufacturers, BiocareUV, discuss their Far UVC solution created to tackle harmful pathogens, viruses, and bacteria in minutes.
As the world struggles with the aftermath...
Thermal imaging could improve hand hygiene in hospitals
A new study has found that portable thermal imaging cameras may improve hand hygiene in health care professionals.
The pilot study, which was published in...
The current approach to measles vaccination is not working
The current approach to measles vaccination is unlikely to eliminate the disease, according to a new study from the University of Georgia.
The research, which...
The COVID-19 pandemic and vulnerable adults: “Powerless, voiceless and choiceless”
Lorna Rothery spoke to Dr Carolyn Wilson-Nash following her study on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on vulnerable adults and family caregivers.
A new...
The NHS Autumn COVID booster is now available
People aged 65 and over will be able to book their autumn COVID booster through the national booking system, as of 13 September.
This means...
The best approach to selecting disinfectant wipes
GAMA Healthcare Ltd explores antimicrobial performance in the lab and on the ward, and what to look for when selecting disinfectant wipes.
When it comes...
High risk of sensory loss in long COVID patients
New research reveals sensory loss, such as taste and smell, is significantly prevalent after 12 weeks of long COVID.
Anglia Ruskin University researchers have found...
Strengthening the public health response for disease prevention
Lorna Rothery spoke to Dr Andrea Ammon, Director of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control about how the lessons from the COVID-19...
Severe COVID-19 symptoms lead to long-term immune damage
Patients who experienced severe COVID-19 symptoms are likely to suffer long-term effects on their immune system, according to research from Linköping University.
A study conducted...
Monkeypox is causing encephalitis in some patients
A new study by University College London (UCL) has found that monkeypox can sometimes cause neurological complications such as encephalitis, confusion or seizures.
Monkeypox is...
Broadening research on long COVID syndrome
Understanding long COVID syndrome is vital for ensuring those affected can receive the best possible care. Aranka Ballering, first author of a study that...
New insight into autism and infections in pregnancy
Research illuminates new knowledge about infections in pregnancy and the increased risk of neurodevelopmental conditions.
Having an infection in pregnancy can be detrimental to your...
Portable air cleaners: A ‘fad’ or a long-term solution?
Commercial HVAC experts, Shiva Air, discuss this relatively new technology, why they feel it is here to stay, and what to look out for...
Fish oil and vitamin D supplements lower risk of croup in babies and children
In a new study, researchers found that fish oil and vitamin D supplements could lower the risk of croup in babies and children.
Croup is...
A compound in trees could kill drug-resistant bacteria
A new study finds a naturally occurring compound in trees could potentially kill drug-resistant bacteria.
A new study by scientists from the University of Portsmouth...
Genetic sequencing can predict the severity of COVID-19 Variants
Researchers at Drexel University have created a new computer model that could help health services prepare for new variants of COVID-19 using genetic sequencing.
By...
NICE recommends FMT for recurrent Clostridium difficile infections
Faecal microbiota transplant (FMT) will be offered to people with two or more Clostridium difficile infections.
Clostridium difficile infections cause diarrhoea and often affect people...
WHO: Half of healthcare facilities lack hygiene services
Global estimates indicate that many healthcare facilities do not have adequate hygiene services, highlighting the risk to patients and providers.
A joint report by the...
New NHS programme aims to provide Hepatitis C treatment
A new NHS screening pilot will give thousands of people the opportunity to access hepatitis C treatment.
Hepatitis C is a virus that infects the...
New universal flu vaccine protective against Influenza A and B
A new universal flu vaccine can protect against diverse variants of both influenza A and B, according to a study from the Institute for...
