Pharmaceutical pollution – the blue healthcare revolution
Dr Kelly Thornber, Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at the University of Exeter, discusses the key drivers of pharmaceutical pollution and its impact.
In 2020 the UK’s...
New endometrial cancer immunotherapy approved by the NHS
The NHS is set to introduce an immunotherapy that could potentially provide significant additional time for women battling endometrial cancer.
Defence Therapeutics granted US patent for AccuTOX® technology
Defence Therapeutics has achieved a significant milestone with the granting of US patent no. 11,890,350 ('350) by the United States Patent and Trademark Office...
Anti-diabetic drugs may lower brain cancer risk, says the University of Bristol
Researchers from the University of Bristol have uncovered a potential link between long-term use of certain anti-diabetic drugs and a reduced risk of primary...
NHS introduces ‘sponge-on-a-string’ test for Barrett’s oesophagus
The NHS is set to roll out a simple ‘sponge-on-a-string’ to diagnose Barrett’s oesophagus – a move that will benefit thousands of patients.
The innovative...
Can the world achieve gender equality by 2030?
We discuss progress on the Sustainable Development Goals and gender equality with Ginette Azcona, Research and Data Policy Specialist at UN Women.
‘Achieve gender equality...
The EU pipeline legislation and exploitation of health data and AI
Professor Dr Paul De Raeve outlines why it is integral for nurses to help shape the integration of digital solutions across healthcare in the...
Martha’s Rule introduced nationwide by NHS to increase patient safety
The NHS will roll out ‘Martha's Rule’ nationwide in a significant step forward in enhancing patient safety across the health service.
The head of the...
NHS offers groundbreaking portable drug infusion for advanced Parkinson’s disease patients
Hundreds of NHS patients grappling with advanced Parkinson's disease are poised to experience relief thanks to a groundbreaking portable drug infusion set to revolutionise...
NHS introduces routine bowel cancer screening for Lynch syndrome patients
The NHS has announced it is offering routine bowel cancer screening to thousands of individuals with Lynch syndrome.
Tohoku University develops monoclonal antibody for HER2-positive breast cancer
Tohoku University have engineered a groundbreaking monoclonal antibody aimed at HER2-positive breast cancer.
Antidepressant use during pregnancy linked to altered child brain development
A new study provides direct evidence that antidepressant use during pregnancy can impact child brain development and contribute to the risk of mental health...
Challenges and opportunities for cervical screening and HPV vaccine uptake
Despite being one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer, many barriers to cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccine uptake exist. We...
Therapist-guided digital cognitive behavioural therapy eases distress in 89% of patients
Research suggests that digital cognitive behavioural therapy can reduce anxiety and depression in people with long-term health conditions.
Strengthening vaccination policies towards the European elections: From recommendations to concrete experiences
As the European elections approach, numerous policy recommendations are proposed on the priorities of the new institutions.
Yet, there is a risk of overlooking the...
Broadening research and awareness of AMR
Jonathan Pearce, CEO of Antibiotic Research UK discusses the charity’s efforts in creating new therapeutics to tackle antibiotic-resistant infections, and the actions needed to...
Understanding the link between eczema and mental health
Should patients be offered psychological support for their mental wellbeing when living with a skin condition such as eczema?
Can erectile dysfunction pills reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease?
New research from University College London suggests that men who take erectile dysfunction pills may have a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
Although it...
Regenerative therapies for heart disease
Lorna Rothery spoke to cardiovascular regenerative medicine expert, Professor Paolo Madeddu, who co-led a groundbreaking study that identified a mutant anti-ageing gene that could...
New study reveals link between depression and body temperature
A study suggests a potential mental health benefit to lowering body temperatures in individuals with depression.