New international stem cell research centre
New international stem cell research centre offers hope for patients with incurable diseases: An up to EUR$300 million international research centre has been established across...
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.
Essentials for Christmas health matters
Health Essentials to survive Christmas: Christmas and New Year are busy times of year. The festive season sees a dramatic increase in the number accidents...
The Isolation Choir – White Christmas
The Isolation Choir with our last song of the year - the suitably festive White Christmas. Many of these singers come from singing groups across...
Retinal immune cells may hold key to preventing diabetes-related vision loss
Retinal immune cells may hold key to preventing diabetes-related vision loss: New research could form the basis for developing life-changing therapies that limit the impact...
WHO’s Science in 5 on COVID-19: Omicron variant
What do we know about Omicron variant so far? WHO's Dr Maria Van Kerkhove updates on the transmissibility, severity, symptoms and ways to protect yourself...
BUPA doctor warns parents of the winter illnesses set to soar
BUPA doctor, warns parents of the winter illnesses set to soar: We all want the winter months to be a time of fun and laughter...
How the body uses fat to fight infection
How the body uses fat to fight infection: New research from the University of East Anglia and Quadram Institute reveals how our immune cells use...
WHO advises against use of convalescent plasma
WHO advises against use of convalescent plasma: for covid-19: Current evidence shows no improvement in survival and other important measures. Convalescent plasma (a transfusion of...
African kids medically disadvantaged due to COVID
African kids among those to miss medical appointments due to COVID: Patients seeking treatment for HIV, malaria, tuberculosis, maternal and child health services missed vital appointments...
Reducing HIV risk for women
The first long-acting option to protect women from HIV, proven to reduce women's HIV risk, has been recommended for use by the World Health Organization...
