Could vitamin K protect against cognitive decline?
A new study conducted on rats finds that vitamin K could protect against age-related cognitive decline.
Vitamin K comes in two forms: vitamin K1 and...
New antigen-based vaccine protects against all variants of COVID-19
Results from an Austrian study have illuminated that a new antigen-based vaccine is proficient at protecting people from all variants of COVID-19.
Pioneered by a...
Scientists demonstrate the safety of utilising CBD and THC with opioids
A research team from the University of Texas has demonstrated that the safe use of CBD and THC with opioids is possible.
What has this...
Predicting cancer drug combinations with AI test
Scientists have created a prototype test that can predict which cancer drug combinations are likely to work for patients in less than two days.
The...
Scientists investigate metastatic prostate cancer
A research team from the Medical University of Vienna (MUV) has discovered specific changes in a protein that results in metastatic prostate cancer.
What is...
30% of young carers consider self-harming in the UK
Results from an extensive cross-national study have shockingly revealed that three in ten young carers in the UK think about self-harming.
Findings from the Me-We...
Artificial Intelligence technology to aid in detecting burnout
A research team from the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) has developed Artificial Intelligence technology that is capable of detecting burnout by analysing text...
The science behind pregnancy cravings
A groundbreaking discovery by researchers from the University of Barcelona has identified the neuronal mechanisms that control pregnancy cravings.
Pregnancy cravings are common and are...
Childhood trauma may increase the risk of MS in women
A new study suggests that childhood trauma might significantly increase women’s risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS) later in life.
The research found that childhood...
Diagnosing Lyme Disease made easier with novel test
A research team from Tufts University has developed a novel test to make diagnosing Lyme Disease easier, thus resulting in more efficient treatment.
How does...
Educating UK medical students on abortion care
New research finds UK medical students are missing out on comprehensive abortion care education, due to multiple barriers preventing effective teaching.
The researchers discovered that...
Additional COVID-19 vaccine booster offered in the US
Pfizer announced on 29 March 2022 that the FDA in the US has expanded the emergency utilisation of their vaccine to include an additional...
Can weekly prednisone tablets treat obesity?
A new study finds that obese mice consuming a high-fat diet and prednisone tablets once a week had improved exercise endurance, increased strength, increased...
Scientists develop a novel smartwatch app to detect AFib
A research team from the American College of Cardiology has developed a smartwatch app to detect AFib, with high levels of accuracy.
Atrial fibrillation (AFib)...
Life for locum GPs: The challenges and struggles faced due to Covid-19
Luna Williams, a commentator for Arora Medical Education, outlines some of the key challenges faced by locum GPs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Over the past...
The critical role of good hand hygiene practices
Expert panellist and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) advisor to the Global Hygiene Council, Sabiha Essack explores the role of hand hygiene in reducing the risk...
World-first genetic test to prevent babies from going deaf
A new bedside genetic test developed by the NHS could save the hearing of many critically ill babies each year.
The innovative genetic test could...
New approach shortens manufacturing time for CAR T cell therapy
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania (Penn) have developed a new method to cut manufacturing time for CAR T cell therapy.
The cell manufacturing process...
Sporadic genetic mutations linked to strokes and seizures
A collaborative study, including the University of Chicago Medicine, has discovered a link between a set of sporadic genetic mutations and lesions associated with...
Drones within healthcare: the sky is the limit for medical supplies
Paul Kostek, IEEE senior member and systems engineer with Air Direct Solutions explores the revolutionary role of drones in improving the delivery of essential...