One in 500 men has an extra sex chromosome that increases disease risk
New evidence suggests that around one in 500 men could be carrying an extra sex chromosome that increases their risk of a range of...
GP surgeries to provide specialist support for mental health problems
Thousands of new mental health professionals will be employed in GP surgeries to offer more support for mental health problems.
In a new announcement from...
Scientists achieve male contraceptive pill breakthrough
An effective male contraceptive pill could soon be on the horizon, with a new study demonstrating that two experimental drugs were well-tolerated in men,...
NICE recommends VAZKEPA® (icosapent ethyl) to reduce cardiovascular risk
Icosapent ethyl has been recommended by NICE for use across the NHS in England and Wales to reduce cardiovascular (CV) risk in adult statin-treated...
How can we optimise emergency preparedness and response?
Preparing for major medical emergencies is integral to protecting populations and optimising collaboration between response teams. Mariano Votta of the Cittadinanzattiva NGO discusses initiatives...
The health costs of the war in Ukraine
Professor of public health, Andrew Lee, speaks to Health Europa about the devastating impact of the war in Ukraine on population health.
It is hard to...
Top health benefits of drinking water
Drinking water is crucial for health and provides many benefits, from weight maintenance to improving mood.
Drinking water provides a wealth of benefits for humans....
UK stillbirth rate more than double for ethnic minority groups
Research has identified that stillbirths among ethnic minority groups are twice as high in the UK compared to the rest of the population, despite...
Quinyx reveal how to optimise healthcare staff retention in the UK
Quinyx examines healthcare staff retention in the UK, following the release of its global State of the Deskless Workforce study.
Healthcare staff are leaving the...
Foods high in Polyphenols may mitigate inflammation and chronic diseases
New evidence suggests that eating foods high in polyphenols may prevent inflammation and chronic diseases in older people.
A study has identified that polyphenols-rich foods...
Having multiple heart conditions may triple the risk of dementia
An extensive UK study of more than 200,000 people has discovered that people’s risk of dementia with multiple heart conditions is three times as...
New chemical process may help design mRNA vaccines for all diseases
A Japanese research team has pioneered a new all-chemical process that may significantly advance vaccine technology, enabling scientists to design mRNA vaccines for a...
Nightmares may be an early sign of Parkinson’s disease
Results from a UK study suggest that experiencing bad dreams or nightmares as an older person may be an early sign of Parkinson’s disease.
The...
VR cycling technology reduces mental health issues in elderly people
A new study performed by Motitech has discovered that virtual reality (VR) cycling technology can reduce pain, anxiety, and depression in elderly care home...
COVID-19 may increase psychiatric disorder risk by 25%
A new study performed at Oregon State University has discovered that people infected with COVID-19 are at an elevated risk of developing a psychiatric...
CBD Oil for Pain: The Natural Solution for a Better Life
CBD oil is a natural remedy for pain that has been used for centuries. CBD oil is extracted from the hemp plant, which is...
Poor quality sleep may be a cause of COPD flare-ups
Research pioneered by a team at UC San Francisco suggests that poor quality sleep may be a cause of COPD flare-ups and has a...
Could a pneumonia vaccine be an effective way to prevent the infection?
Pneumonia threatens the lives of our most vulnerable members of society including children and older adults, but the risk of infection can be lessened...
New coronavirus identified is common among bank voles
A team of scientists based in Sweden has made a groundbreaking discovery, identifying a new coronavirus that is prevalent in the bank vole population.
The...
Optimising endometriosis treatment, care and awareness in the UK
One in 10 women is affected by endometriosis yet the condition remains poorly understood and undertreated. Health Europa Quarterly spoke to Endometriosis UK about...