Why are antibody tests so unreliable?
A reliable antibody test, showing that someone has already been exposed to Covid 19 and has developed antibodies which suggest immunity, could be a ‘game...
Practical ways to make your birth better
Siobhan Miller, founder of the Positive Birth Company and author of bestselling book 'Practical Ways to Make Your Birth Better' commented: "One in five women...
Covid-19: Being a midwife is a privilege
As the world celebrates the work of midwives - and as the University of Bradford sends 40 of its student midwives into practice during the...
Expanding our ability to test, test, test
At the moment, people who are suspected of having Covid 19 undergo a swab PCR test which looks for genetic particles of the virus in...
Scientists closer to treatment for myotonic dystrophy
Scientists at the University of Nottingham have taken a step closer towards developing a treatment for the long-term genetic disorder, myotonic dystrophy. In a paper...
Home testing to track infection levels in community
Imperial College London is to lead a major programme of testing for COVID-19 to track the progress of the infection across the UK. The programme...
Covid-19: Supporting informal carers
The Covid-19 pandemic means informal carers need additional support now more than ever, according to UEA expert Dr Morag Farquhar. There are an estimated eight...
Plug and Play: bionic arm prostheses
Next milestone in the development of bionic arm prostheses with major contribution from the Medical University of Vienna: in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of...
Overeating and alcohol in lockdown
Life in lockdown is having a significant impact on our health. Recognising the triggers for over-eating or increased alcohol intake during the pandemic; experts look...
Women still being overlooked on PPE
A survey of Prospect members has shown that women are still being overlooked when it comes to appropriate PPE. Size and fit are extremely important...
