Discover the first guidance regarding digital health technologies
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released its first guidance on digital health technologies for health workers, policy makers and vendors – it’s time...
Up to 50% variation in medication prices for online pharmacies
Comparisons of online pharmacies show significant variation in medication prices, which can vary by up to 50% within the UK.
According to NHS data, finding...
Could quantum sensors lead to a new generation of MRI scanners?
Researchers have detected magnetic fields with extreme sensitivity by combining machine learning with quantum sensors – Meaning a new wave of MRI scanners may...
NHS staff productivity estimated to release £12.5 billion of staff time
Health Secretary, Matt Hancock, launches TPA report on automation in health care highlighting that technology will allow NHS staff more time to do the...
Newly uncovered gene mutation has the ability to reduce fear and anxiety
Have you ever experienced awkward social interaction? Do you find that you experience fear and anxiety often? Well researchers may have found a new...
Did you know snoring can cause neuromuscular injuries?
Researchers from Umeå University, Sweden, have found that snorers and sleep apnoea patients can cause neuromuscular injuries in their upper respiratory tract.
According to scientists,...
Jellyfish antidote: Is CRISPR genome editing the solution?
Using CRISPR genome editing, researchers at the University of Sydney, Australia, may have discovered a jellyfish antidote for the most venomous creature on earth.
The...
Learn about the launch of the innovative smart inhaler device in Europe
FindAir, a European company developing digital systems for asthma and COPD control, on 16th of January 2019, launched its commercial smart inhaler device FindAir...
Game of phones: Phone therapy in healthcare
New research from the University of Southampton, UK, found that remote, phone-based, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) could help people living with IBS – So...
Melanoma-associated retinopathy has a new treatment which could restore sight
Innovative treatment has improved the vision of a patient suffering from the rare syndrome, melanoma-associated retinopathy, affecting the eye – Can this therapy restore...
Priorities for breast cancer resources questioned after global HER2 testing survey
A global survey of HER2 testing has raised questions about how resources should be spent on potentially lifesaving HER2 targeted therapies for breast cancer,...
NHS technology is about to get revamped with Matthew Gould as new CEO of...
Health Secretary Matt Hancock confirmed the appointment of Matthew Gould as the new CEO of NHSX – Could this bring a new era of...
Malta: Discover the acquisition of the medical cannabis pharmaceutical facility
MPX International announces acquisition of GMP-ready medical cannabis pharmaceutical facility in Malta, and receipt of Letter of lntent from Malta Enterprise for a cannabis...
The Datura genus: the examination of the recreational uses of stramonium
Encompassing several plant species featured heavily in traditional medicine & pop culture, the Datura genus, including stramonium, is now being further investigated for its...
Youth suicide rates increase after the release of Netflix show ‘13 Reasons Why’
NIH-supported study emphasises importance of responsible portrayal of suicide by the media, and according to researcher’s youth suicide rates have increased significantly since watching...
Non-melanoma skin cancer: The hidden epidemic faced by outdoor workers
We talk to Professor Swen Malte John, Chair of the EADV Task Force on occupational skin disease, who emphasises the magnitude of the neglected...
Discover the promising new Noonan syndrome treatment
According to researchers at Université de Montréal and CHU Sainte-Justine Research Center, Canada, there may be a new Noonan syndrome treatment on the horizon.
Noonan...
Discover the intelligent fall detector, Grannyguard
pikkerton presents Grannyguard, the intelligent fall detector, a light switch replacement that detects critical situations such as falls, requests help and allows two-way communication.
Founded...
Global call to action to end the non-melanoma skin cancer epidemic in outdoor workers
Discover the organizations that are calling for the implementation of a systematic approach to addressing the Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer epidemic.
Seven co-hosting organizations of the...
Tilray bringing medical cannabis cultivation, research and more to Portugal
Located in Cantanhede, Portugal has officially been announced as the hub for Tilray’s medical cannabis cultivation, processing, distribution and research for Europe.
Tilray, a global...