Neurodegenerative disease genetic discovery
Neurodegenerative disease genetic discovery: A ‘perfect storm’ of genetic mutations, toxic proteins and a defect in natural cell recycling has been uncovered in University of...
Vision
The Vision category brings together forward-looking perspectives, emerging research and thought-provoking insights across health and wellbeing. It highlights breakthroughs, explores complex conditions and examines the wider social and psychological factors that influence health. From innovative treatments and new diagnostic tools to broader conversations about prevention and quality of life, this category looks beyond the immediate to consider where healthcare and wellbeing are heading.
Researchers discover rare cause of epilepsy
An 'astounding' find reveals a rare cause of epilepsy: Researchers at The University of Queensland, working to gain a better understanding of how brain cells...
Accidental ingestion of liquitabs
The accidental ingestion of liquitabs caused the hospitalisation of nearly 1500 children last year. Some of those admitted required ventilation in Intensive Care and a...
Mitral regurgitation: the underestimated risk of a common disease
Mitral regurgitation: Hitherto, the development of valvular heart disease in patients with chronic heart failure has been underestimated and rarely treated. This is the finding...
Water safety advice for your pets
Water safety advice for your pets: Being around cool water in the warmth of summer is one of life’s pleasures. Whether its splashing in a...
The VacSeen student led project
The VacSeen Project is a student-led initiative to vaccinate homeless people for free has received an “overwhelming response”, according to its seven University of Queensland...
27 June – 3 July 2021 is Deafblind Awareness Week
Deafblindness is far more common than many people realise... around 400,000 people are affected by sight and hearing loss in the UK. That’s enough to...
China is certified malaria-free by WHO
From 30 million cases to zero: China is certified malaria-free by WHO: Following a 70-year effort, China has been awarded a malaria-free certification from WHO...
Stress, Anxiety and Sleep during Pandemic
Stress and Anxiety Linked to Poor Sleep During Pandemic: According to a recent study by Anxiety UK, nearly half (44%) of all respondents feel their...
Non-invasive potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
Non-invasive potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease: Ultrasound can overcome some of the detrimental effects of ageing and dementia without the need to cross the blood-brain barrier,...
