BAME BMI values outdated and dangerous
BAME BMI values outdated and dangerous: New research published in The Lancet today explores the urgent need to recalibrate current (and ‘outdated’) BMI guidance, reflecting...
Diabetes
Addressing the growing diabetes epidemic, we delve into diverse topics such as the role of avocados in diabetes management, genetic insights into type 1 diabetes, and the link between obesity and mental disorders. It highlights innovative treatments, like those derived from frogs for type 2 diabetes, and explores the impact of conditions like arterial stiffness on metabolic syndrome in adolescents. The section also discusses ‘activity snacking’ for type 1 diabetes management and broader health policy issues, reflecting the complex nature of diabetes as a global health challenge.
COVID-19 impact on blood vessels and heart health
COVID-19 may have long-term impact on blood vessels and heart health: New research published in Experimental Physiology highlight the possible long term health impacts of COVID-19 on...
Manufacturing Australian medical devices
Australian medical devices manufacturing facility first: The launch of Australia’s first medical device development and manufacturing facility in Melbourne is set to fast-track new treatments...
Covid-19 anxiety syndrome
'Covid-19 anxiety syndrome' may cause a significant number of people to struggle with reintegrating back into daily life as UK society returns to normal after the pandemic, says new research...
Dementia: Time to implement research findings
Dementia: Time to implement research findings: The last 20 years has seen significant advancements in our understanding of the human brain and the biology of...
New algorithm for the diagnostics of dementia
New algorithm for the diagnostics of dementia: A top-level international research team including researchers from the University of Eastern Finland has developed a new algorithm...
Tarantula venom treatment for type 2 diabetes
Tarantula venom could provide new treatment avenue for type 2 diabetes: Research presented at DUKPC 2021 reveals molecules found in tarantula venom could offer promising...
Anaphylactic reactions, lessons learned
A fifth of all fatal reactions occur while at school: This rise in serious anaphylactic reactions is a huge issue for schools, as they are...
Type 2 diabetes diagnosis: over 2 year wait
UK Biobank study of over 200,000 people reveals an average wait of 2.3 years before type 2 diabetes is diagnosed. Being female, having a lower...
Type 2 diabetes and dementia
New research could help find ways to prevent dementia in people with type 2 diabetes New research, presented at DUKPC 2021, finds higher blood pressure...
