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Molecular cause explains a genetic form of microcephaly
Scientists have helped to explain a genetic form of microcephaly by uncovering a molecular cause for the rare disease.
Microcephaly is a condition where babies'...
Virtual physiotherapy is just as effective as in-person treatment
A new study of 27,000 virtual physiotherapy patients has concluded that digital physiotherapy must become a significant part of the treatment mix post-COVID-19 after...
Medical Psychedelics Working Group to campaign for drug rescheduling
The Medical Psychedelics Working Group has now been launched in the UK to campaign for the rescheduling of all psychedelic drugs for research and...
Unparalleled inventory of the human gut ecosystem
Scientists have compiled over 200,000 genomes from more than 4,600 species of gut bacteria into a public database.
An international team of scientists has collated...
Bridging the gap in heart failure awareness
While heart failure affects 64 million people worldwide, a new Global survey shows that heart failure is a ‘blind spot’ for the public and...
Australian and UK researchers identify new dementia biomarker
Researchers have identified a new biomarker for dementia which they believe could lead to therapeutic treatments for the condition.
Medical researchers in the UK and...
New review shows telehealth more effective for therapy delivery
A new review and analysis has demonstrated that telehealth delivery of cognitive behavioural therapy is more effective than face-to face.
The review, carried out by...
COVID-19 ultrasound research receives funding boost
US-based non-profit the Emergency Medicine Foundation (EMF) has partnered with Fujifilm Sonosite, a point-of-care ultrasound provider, to drive research into COVID-19.
Fujifilm Sonosite will contribute...
Study shows triple-combination therapy reduces COPD exacerbations
Results from a Phase III trial have shown how a triple-combination therapy reduces the rate of moderate or severe COPD exacerbations.
The results from the...
Timing of COVID-19 antibody test is critical say experts
According to a new study, in order to detect a COVID-19 infection in a patient an antibody test must be carried out at the...
Could ibogaine offer a revolutionary long-term solution to addiction?
Derived from the iboga plant, ibogaine is a psychoactive compound that could have huge potential as a long-term solution to addiction. ATAI Life Sciences...
UK scientists suggest two-step strategy to lift COVID-19 lockdowns
Scientists have predicted the best strategy for lifting the COVID-19 lockdowns across Europe.
Currently, many countries across the continent are lifting and relaxing COVID-19 lockdowns,...
Senolytic drugs: can this antibiotic treat symptoms of ageing?
Professor Michael P Lisanti of the University of Salford highlights the potential applications of senolytic drugs in treating age-associated conditions.
Professor Michael P Lisanti, Chair...
BAME women account for majority of UK COVID-19 pregnancy admissions
The UK Government recently released findings that showed how Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic groups (BAME) people are disproportionately affected by COVID-19. Now, a...
Evidence still unclear on whether cannabis affects risk of stroke
Whether cannabis increases a person’s risk of suffering a stroke is still unclear. A new study explored whether there was a connection between recent...
Global Drug Survey shows COVID-19 surge in UK alcohol intake
A new, interim report from the Global Drug Survey has shown that more than half of British respondents have increased the number of days...
Evidence on optimal use of PPE and physical distancing to stop COVID-19
A new, comprehensive review has provided evidence for the first time on the optimal use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and physical distancing to...
‘Immune cleanup’ could offer treatment for rare disorder
Researchers have discovered how stimulating an ‘immune cleanup’ could offer a potential treatment for people suffering from a rare disorder named leukocyte adhesion deficiency...
Social isolation increases risk of heart attacks, stroke, and death
A new study from Germany has shown that social isolation puts people at an increased risk of heart attacks, stroke, and death from all...
Infection control market expected to reach €26.63bn by 2025
Analysis has shown that the infection control market is expected of reach in excess of USD €26.63bn by 2025.
The infection control market expected to...