Diabetes care delivered by telemedicine
Telemedicine helped ensure essential type 2 diabetes care amid the COVID-19 pandemic: A new study from the University of Eastern Finland indicates that the COVID-19...
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.
Malaria: This parasite will self-destruct
This parasite will self-destruct: researchers discover new weapon against drug-resistant malaria: A new method to combat malaria which sees the disease turn against itself could...
Universal health coverage and incarceration
Universal health coverage and incarceration: People in prisons left behind in drive to reach universal healthcare goals: An international study of global progress in reaching...
Early diagnosis of alcohol-related liver disease could prevent death
Death from alcohol-related liver disease could be prevented with early diagnosis and intervention, says new study: Patients dying of alcohol-related liver disease had frequent interactions with...
Dental teams can identify eating disorders
Dental teams can be 'vital link' in caring for patients with eating disorders, says charity: Dental teams are in the ideal position to identify and...
World No Tobacco Day marks continued destruction
World No Tobacco Day marks continued destruction: The World Health Organization (WHO) has today revealed new information on the extent to which tobacco damages both...
Metals in urine could detect kidney injury
Metals found in people's urine could detect acute kidney injury in very early stages, says new study. Scientists have discovered that certain metals found in...
Let’s talk about Huntington’s disease
'Let's talk about Huntington's disease' – University researchers help young people to open up about how HD affects their lives: May is Huntington's disease (HD) Awareness...
Most Brits can’t spot melanoma skin cancer
Most Brits can't spot the signs of melanoma skin cancer: New survey data shows only 20% of the UK public are confident that they can...
Is thyroid disease a cause of the gender pay gap?
Is thyroid disease a cause of the gender pay gap? New research has found the adverse effects of thyroid dysfunction on labour market productivity could...
