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Breakthrough resource to help health systems tackle COVID-19
A new tool has been implemented to track responses to the COVID-19 pandemic across Europe which will help health systems tackle the crisis.
The COVID-19...
Innovating and knowledge sharing to tackle COVID-19 in Europe
Finding solutions to the COVID-19 pandemic in Europe will require innovation in healthcare, collaboration, and knowledge sharing between governments, institutions, researchers, and organisations.
A pan-European...
Discover the new 3D printed ventilator that requires no electricity
Ventilators are currently in short supply across the world as healthcare systems race to treat patients suffering from COVID-19. Now, a research collaboration has...
Supporting the mental health of frontline NHS staff during COVID-19
Guidance has been issued to help support the mental health of frontline NHS staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.
An academic review has highlighted the increased...
Discover how sample pooling can increase coronavirus testing capacity
A team of scientists in Germany have developed a new procedure that will help increase coronavirus testing capacity.
The development will help to increase coronavirus...
EU Commission issues clinical trials guidance amid COVID-19 disruptions
The European Commission has published guidance to minimise disruption to research and ensure clinical trials can continue within the EU.
The COVID-19 pandemic is putting...
Which COVID-19 patients will need intensive care? Cerebriu may have the answer
With the hopes of alleviating the strain on health services, Danish diagnostic company, Cerebriu, are scheduled to develop health tech to help identify which...
Drug candidate as potential therapy for cytokine release syndrome
Preclinical proof of concept of PPP003 – a synthetic cannabinoid drug – has been put forward as potential therapy in the battle against COVID-19...
EIT Health pledges €6m funding to accelerate COVID-19 solutions
EIT Health has announced over €6m of funding in the fight against COVID-19.
The funding will be dedicated to 14 specially selected health innovation projects...
Could cannabis terpene formulation treat COVID-19?
A unique formulation of cannabis terpenes is being tested for its efficacy in treating viral infections, including COVID-19.
The cannabis terpene formulation is uniquely dedicated...
Vitamin supplements boost immune system in fight against COVID-19
New findings have confirmed the efficacy of dietary vitamin supplements – including vitamin C and vitamin D – in helping the immune system fight...
Could virtual reality ease the burden of coronavirus isolation?
New research highlights how virtual reality could help ease the burden of the coronavirus crisis.
Social isolation can have a huge psychological impact. A new...
New microneedle vaccine could expand global immunisation capabilities
A new microneedle vaccine delivery system has been developed that has the potential to improve cellular immune responses in patients and expand global immunisation...
UK coronavirus policy putting people in vulnerable category at risk
According to a new paper the UK’s coronavirus policy does not protect those aged between 60 and 69 who are at increased risk of...
EU Commission launches coronavirus data platform for researchers
The European Commission, together with several partners, has now launched a European COVID-19 Data Platform to enable the rapid collection and sharing of available research data...
HSE advises healthcare workers to ensure RPE is correctly fitted
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) wants to ensure all healthcare workers are protected through the proper fitting of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE).
Britain’s national...
Telehealth and coronavirus: reducing the impact of the pandemic
In a time of restricted movement, caring for patients can pose a number of challenges. However, telehealth is revolutionising how we practice care, and...
Guidelines on COVID-19 testing issued by European Commission
As part of the European Roadmap towards lifting COVID-19 containment measures, the Commission is presenting guidelines on coronavirus testing methodologies.
The guidance aims to support...
EpiGuard: providing solutions for medical isolation and transportation
EpiGuard offers solutions for medical isolation and transport systems that can help ease the burden on healthcare systems during disease pandemics and outbreaks.
Established by...
The Wellcome Trust’s battle to turn COVID-19 to COVID-Zero
COVID-19 is a global crisis – but a solvable one. The Wellcome Trust is inviting businesses to donate a percentage of funds to help...