10 year radiotherapy results for breast cancer study
Long-term safety of radiotherapy in fewer doses for patients with early breast cancer demonstrated in 10-year study A lower total dose of radiotherapy delivered in fewer...
Women’s Health
The Women’s Health section explores a wide range of topics relating to women’s health, including breast and ovarian cancer, fertility, childbirth, and sexual health. It emphasises the importance of a global, multidisciplinary approach to these issues, addressing challenges such as delayed endometriosis diagnoses and the impact of climate change on pregnant women. The section also delves into the psychological aspects of health, like managing ‘chemo-brain’ in breast cancer survivors, and explores the genetic links between conditions like endometriosis and IBS, highlighting the diverse and complex nature of women’s health concerns.
Babies & COVID-19 -The impact and issues
RSM webinar: Babies & COVID-19 - The impact and issues. Tue 14 Jul 2020 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Online. Register here: https://sso.rsm.ac.uk/identity/login?signin=7a01eb25aeae9f68581d1c45efc89fda Consultant Neonatologist, Dr Tim...
Optimists sleep better
Optimists live longer than pessimists and have a lower risk of chronic disease – this has been scientifically validated on multiple occasions. A reason for...
Strong close relationships key in coping with pandemic, twin study shows
A new study of twins and triplets shows how our close social relationships are vital in how we cope with the upheaval of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic....
Benefits of oat and rye bran fibres
Oat and rye bran fibres alter gut microbiota, reducing weight gain and hepatic inflammation. In a newly published experimental study, the consumption of dietary fibre...
Cochrane review on family violence therapies
A major University of Melbourne-led review has questioned whether women's ongoing need for safety, support and holistic healing following family violence are adequately addressed by...
One in three wait 6 months for sarcoma diagnosis
One in three UK patients face deadly six-month wait for accurate diagnosis of sarcoma cancer, charity Sarcoma UK warns during Sarcoma Awareness Week 29th June...
New device to detect mouth cancer
NHS England has given the green light and a £1 million grant for a team to develop a pain-free, non-invasive and instant way to detect...
Earlier menopause tied to “Forever chemicals”
In a national sample of US women in their mid-40s to mid-50s, those with high serum levels of per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) were likely to...
Absinthe – the myth of the fabled green drink
A James Cook University researcher has revealed the truth behind the myth of the fabled green drink absinthe and explored the danger of the rising...
