Blood analysis predicts sepsis and organ failure in children
Blood analysis predicts sepsis and organ failure in children: University of Queensland researchers have discovered a method to predict if…
Infection/Disease
The Infection/Disease section delves into a range of viral and bacterial infections. It highlights topics like the link between oral health and overall well-being, the significance of handwashing in preventing infections, and novel research into diseases such as sarcoidosis and atopic dermatitis. The section also explores groundbreaking solutions like the use of AI and “superhero bugs” for combating infections, underscoring the importance of innovative approaches in understanding and managing infectious diseases and their broader health impacts.
Sickle cell patients to benefit from £1.5m technology investment from NHS England
Children, young people, and adults across England suffering from sickle cell disease will soon benefit from better care closer to…
Platelets’ Role in Cirrhosis Unveiled
New findings shed light on the role of platelets in patients with cirrhosis: Next to other complications, cirrhosis is also…
Measles – The outbreak you need to know about
The UK has seen an increase in measles cases in the last few months, what has caused this increase and…
Flu – The ultimate survival guide
As flu season arrives, many people are understandably worried about getting ill. Recent statistics show the increased strain on the…
Aspergillus fumigatus: Unveiling Disease Mechanisms
Unlocking the secrets of disease-causing fungus Aspergillus fumigatus: Ground-breaking research published in Nature Communications offers insights into deadly fungal disease,…
PFAS may increase the risk of disease in unborn children
PFAS may increase the risk of disease in unborn children, new study suggests: PFAS are chemicals that may cause cancer,…
The secret life of CD4+ T cells: from helpers to melanoma fighters
The secret life of CD4+ T cells: from helpers to melanoma fighters: Researchers have revealed unprecedented insights into CD4+ T…
Multiple sclerosis and Epstein-Barr virus: Possible basis for vaccine
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease in which the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is thought to play a…
World Scabies Program achieves milestone in Solomon Islands and Fiji
Murdoch Children’s Research Institute’s (MCRI) World Scabies Program has completed the first round of its mass roll-out of an anti-parasitic drug in the…