Understanding stem cell transplant complications
Researchers from MedUni Vienna have identified the cause of organ damage, which is common after a stem cell transplant.
Organ damage is common in as...
Does the Mediterranean diet ward off dementia?
A new study finds that the Mediterranean diet is not linked to a reduced risk of dementia, despite research suggesting otherwise.
In a new study...
Signs of dementia can be identified nine years before diagnosis
Researchers from the University of Cambridge have found that signs of dementia can be detected in patients as early as nine years before an...
Can a smartwatch accurately detect atrial fibrillation?
Investigators report on whether a smartwatch can detect atrial fibrillation using electrocardiogram (ECG) technology accurately.
Extended cardiac monitoring in patients using implantable cardiovascular electronic devices...
A new way to stop postoperative bleeding after heart surgery
Researchers from Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciência (IGC) have presented a new approach to reducing postoperative bleeding after heart surgery.
Postoperative bleeding is one of the...
Colorectal cancer screening methods may need rethinking
A study into colorectal cancer screening methods has suggested that colonoscopies may not be as effective as previously thought.
It has previously been assumed by...
Harnessing generative design for knee implants
An advanced design technique, used in aerospace and automotive industries, could revolutionise personalised medical devices, such as knee implants.
Researchers at the University of Birmingham,...
Ultra-processed food intake in mothers linked to obesity in children
A new study shows that the offspring of mothers consuming ultra-processed foods have a higher risk of being overweight or obese.
The researchers published their...
Large scale genetic study into the causes of stammering is to be launched
A study of 1500 adults and children in the United Kingdom will aim to boost understanding of the genetic causes of stammering.
The study will...
Researchers reveal the mechanisms behind acute kidney injury
An interdisciplinary research team has used single-cell sequencing techniques to uncover the molecular processes associated with acute kidney injury.
Acute kidney injury is a common...
WHO launch the first blueprint for dementia research
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released the first blueprint for dementia research, guiding policymakers.
Dementia continues to pose a challenge to global healthcare systems....
Exposure to phthalates during pregnancy linked to child health risks
According to research from the Barcelona Institute for Global Health, exposure to phthalates in the womb can cause high body mass index and reduced...
Patient Safety Conference: Simulation, a gateway to teamwork and cultural change for the benefit...
In light of the Patient Safety Conference taking place in Stockholm in October, Dr Michael Wagner, neonatologist, intensivist and researcher at the Comprehensive Center for Pediatrics...
Air pollution exposure affects females more than males
The impact of air pollution exposure, specifically diesel exhaust fumes, may be more severe for females than males.
A new study presented at the European...
Five new technologies could revolutionise Parkinson’s disease
NICE has recommended five technologies that can help monitor people with Parkinson’s disease, improving symptom management and quality of life.
Wearable devices with sensors that...
Cardiovascular longevity identified as one of the health benefits of coffee
Research into the health benefits of coffee has found that drinking two to three cups of coffee per day can lead to a longer...
Insufficient sleep linked to obesity in teenagers
A new study from the Spanish National Centre for Cardiovascular Research has identified a link between lack of sleep and obesity in teenagers.
Teenagers who...
Researchers find strong link between gut bacteria and metabolites
According to research from Uppsala University and Lund University, there are strong links between gut bacteria and the levels of small molecules in the...
Robot-powered clothing alleviates cerebral palsy symptoms in children
A $1.5 million grant is enabling engineers at UC Riverside to pioneer robotic clothing to mitigate cerebral palsy symptoms among children.
Cerebral palsy causes children...
New research improves understanding of the causes of prostate cancer
Researchers at the University of East Anglia have made an important discovery that may identify one of the key causes of prostate cancer.
The study...
