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 – over a sustained period has...
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.
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 initial revisions to the NHS...
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 that will do little to...
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 even weeks. Although extracorporeal membrane...
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 unlikely to include, or report...
Long covid end game?
When I was suffering from Long Covid back in 2020, I would have done almost anything to wave goodbye to the profound fatigue and brain...
TBE virus decoded
TBE virus: activation mechanism of flaviviruses identified: A collaboration between researchers at the Center for Virology of the Medical University of Vienna and the Pasteur...
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 with tight deadlines, not to...
Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis treatment shift
Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis treatment shift: Around 250,000 people in Austria suffer from psoriasis. One third of them develop inflammation in their joints (psoriatic arthritis)...
How globalisation could be making human parasites more virulent
Parasites that cause severe diarrhoea are likely to become more virulent because of the speed at which they are exchanging their DNA and evolving –...
