Helping someone with mobility issues get into and out of a car
Driving is a great way to be independent, enabling us to connect with other people, take part in social events,…
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New study using AI aims to increase understanding of fatigue
Innovative research using AI led by the University of Aberdeen aims to find better ways of managing and treating fatigue.…
Breathing muscles remain stronger even after weeks of no training
Training the breathing muscles (primarily the diaphragm which plays a vital role in breathing) could have longer lasting benefits than…
Youth binge drinking is linked to gut microbiome changes
Researchers discover that youth binge drinking is linked to gut microbiome changes: Study finds the alterations are linked with poor…
More accurate way of checking blood flow in type 2 diabetes
Aston University scientists have discovered a more accurate way of checking the blood flow in the feet of patients with…
People say cause of tinnitus is loud noise, but few protect their ears
Tinnitus UK is calling for people to protect their ears when at work or enjoying noisy leisure activities, as new…
Teachers strikes: Fear of disruption to patient care
Health leaders are encouraging patients with scheduled appointments to let the NHS know if the teachers strikes mean they can…
Low-grade inflammation may cause arterial stiffness in healthy adolescents
Early vascular damage and atherosclerosis in adolescents may be caused by low-grade inflammation, a paper published in the Journal of…
New study refines precision of medical needles in surgical simulation
New study refines precision of medical needles in surgical simulation: Researchers at the University of Bristol have discovered a way…
E-cigarette retailers flouting age restrictions
E-cigarette retailers illegally selling nicotine e-liquids, including to underage users, new study says: Tobacconists are the most common source of…
Farming more seaweed for food, feed and fuel
Expanding global seaweed farming could go a long way to addressing the planet’s food security, biodiversity loss and climate change…
WHO launches new roadmap on global breast cancer
The WHO released a new Global Breast Cancer Initiative Framework today providing a roadmap to attain the targets to save…