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Having a good night’s sleep improves heart health
New research finds that individuals who have a good night’s sleep have better heart health, reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.
According to...
New drug could revolutionise rheumatoid arthritis treatment
A new drug for treating rheumatoid arthritis has shown to be highly effective and could offer patients new hope.
Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term condition...
New hope for curing neuroblastoma in children
Researchers in Sweden have found a drug that can cure neuroblastoma in mice, paving the way for clinical trials in humans.
Neuroblastoma is a rare...
NHS trials high-tech smart glasses for community nurses
Innovative smart glasses will be worn by community nurses to free up time with patients by reducing admin tasks.
In an innovative attempt to reduce...
Using cannabis for chronic pain linked with small risk of heart problems
Using cannabis for chronic pain is associated with a higher risk of heart rhythm disorders, according to new research.
Medical cannabis for chronic pain is...
Patients at risk of heart infection should receive antibiotics after dental treatment
High-risk patients should be given antibiotics after receiving invasive dental treatment to reduce the risk of life-threatening heart infection, according to a study from...
Researchers discover 60 new autism genes
A new study has identified 60 autism genes that could provide vital insight into the full spectrum of the disorder.
Autism affects individuals in different...
Is rTMS treatment effective for treatment-resistant depression?
A new study discovers that rTMS treatment can be effective for treatment-resistant depression in older adults.
Research by Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging...
Scientists discover a potential long-term treatment for asthma
A groundbreaking finding could revolutionise the future of treatment for asthma and tackle the underlying causes.
Asthma is a common lung condition causing occasional breathing...
Predicting Rett syndrome severity using overnight EEGs
A new study looks at how sleep EEGs in patients with Rett syndrome could aid in predicting disease features and severity.
Rett syndrome is a...
Can low vitamin D levels cause chronic inflammation?
A new study has found a link between low levels of vitamin D and conditions causing chronic inflammation.
Inflammation normally supports the healing process following...
UVA Cancer Center receives $5.75 million to research rare blood cancers
Over $5.75m has been anonymously donated to fund rare blood cancer research to develop innovative treatments.
UVA’s National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center will use...
Premature menopause is associated with increased risks of heart failure
A new study has found that premature menopause increases the risk of heart problems such as heart failure and atrial fibrillation.
Premature menopause occurs before...
University of Oxford pioneer air-powered prosthetic hand
A research team at the University of Oxford has developed groundbreaking prosthetic hand technology powered by the user’s breathing.
The cutting-edge air-powered prosthetic hand represents...
New discovery provides insight into bone loss diseases
Enhanced treatment for bone loss diseases could be on the horizon as researchers reveal novel insight into osteoclasts.
A research team at the University of Pennsylvania...
£90m investment into NHS clinics to treat long COVID symptoms
The NHS will fund specialist clinics dedicated to treating long COVID symptoms as part of the long COVID action plan.
The latest announcement from the...
How the immune system can help detect biliary duct cancer
New research into the immune system could pave the way for the early detection of biliary duct cancer.
Biliary duct cancer is one of the...
New study finds green tea extract can lower blood sugar
New research has found that consuming green tea extract for four weeks can lower blood sugar levels and improve gut health.
Ohio State University researchers...
Hair and libido loss are now symptoms of long COVID
A new study has found that hair loss and sexual dysfunction are significant symptoms of long COVID.
As time passes, the list of symptoms of...
Resistant starch supplements have shown to prevent hereditary cancer
A trial shows that resistant starch has preventive benefits for people with a high risk of hereditary cancer.
A new trial in individuals with a...
