Immune cells hunt down cancer around the body
Scientists have discovered the key features of immune B cells which make them successful at targeting tumours – including when…
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Time for a prevention-led model to rebuild the nation’s health
As UK voters prepare to go to the polls, BANT (British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine) is calling on…
Higher levels of CO2 increase survival of viruses in the air and transmission risk
A new study has revealed for the first time the vital role carbon dioxide (CO2) plays in determining the lifespan…
Government failure leaves morale among dentists at all-time low
Official data shows over 60% of dentists in England thinking leaving the NHS. The British Dental Association has lamented Government’s failure…
Research finds concerning trends in adolescent substance use in the UK
Alcohol is the most commonly used substance, while vaping is now more common than cigarette smoking among young people, according…
Exercise programmes benefit a wide range of long-term health conditions
A new study looking at health data from the last 20 years has highlighted the benefits of exercise programmes for…
28% of UK adults are using sunbeds as skin cancer rates rise
New data released today by the charity Melanoma Focus has found that over a quarter (28%) of adults in the…
Promoting Joint Health habits in National Gardening Week
Cultivating positive joint health habits during national gardening week: Not only is it one of the nation’s favourite pastimes, but gardening…
AI experts explore the ethical use of video technology to support patients at risk of falls
Video-enabled glasses have the potential to support Northumbria University patients at risk of falls by allowing medical staff to monitor…
The Quest for Longevity Starts In the Ovaries
While we know ovaries are one of the first organs to age in women, we do not know why and how…
Long ambulance response times must not become the new normal
Responding to a Liberal Democrat analysis showing almost every area in England is missing the 18-minute ambulance response target Rory…
Children in England and Wales with the most common paediatric brain tumour now have access to new treatment
• The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has recommended the combination therapy of dabrafenib (Finlee®) and trametinib…