School dinners using ultra-processed foods
Ultra-processed foods make up almost two-thirds of Britain’s school meals: School meals in the UK contain lots of highly processed foods,…
Infection/Disease
WHO report on vulnerable refugees and migrants
Around the world, millions of refugees and migrants in vulnerable situations, such as low-skilled migrant workers, face poorer health outcomes…
World-first spray coating shields surfaces from viruses and bacteria
A first-of-its-kind sprayable coating that can prevent the surface spread of infection from bacteria and viruses – including COVID-19 –…
BSPD welcomes NHS dental reforms
BSPD welcomes NHS dental reforms but urges next phase to recognise children’s needs: The BSPD responds to the package of…
Ministers papering over cracks, as dentists push for real reform
The British Dental Association has said government must press ahead on fundamental reform of NHS dentistry, following plans announced today…
ECMO machine: prostaglandin E1 reduces risk
In case of heart and/or lung failure, an ECMO machine can be used to maintain organ function for days or…
People at risk from obesity overlooked in trials
People at most risk from obesity often not represented by weight management trials: Clinical trials of treatments for obesity are…
Long covid end game?
When I was suffering from Long Covid back in 2020, I would have done almost anything to wave goodbye to…
TBE virus decoded
TBE virus: activation mechanism of flaviviruses identified: A collaboration between researchers at the Center for Virology of the Medical University…
Vitamins to manage burnout and stress
Vitamins to manage burnout and stress: In a demanding and fast-paced world, a raging pandemic that has seen many contend…