New research offers Europe-wide insight on how chronic pain sufferers have been impacted by the pandemic. Chronic pain sufferers silenced by pandemic, as survey finds 7 in 10 delayed seeking help: Delayed medical advice has left patients feeling increased worry and stress Face-to-face appointments are the preference for the majority, with 68 per cent agreeing […]
Working to stop MS in its tracks: On World Brain Day (22 July), work continues to diagnose multiple sclerosis (MS) earlier, provide access to life-changing treatments and improve the quality of life for those living with the condition By Professor Tissa Wijeratne, University of Melbourne and Professor Wolfgang Grisold, World Federation of Neurology Health, as […]
Self-inflicted lung injury by COVID-19 patients: High respiratory efforts in COVID-19 patients could result in self-inflicted lung injury Some COVID-19 patients who experience acute respiratory failure respond by significantly increasing their respiratory effort – breathing faster and more deeply. There is concern among some doctors that this level of respiratory effort can lead to further […]
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Parkinson’s Disease expert nursing appointment: A RENOWNED expert on Parkinson’s Disease has been appointed the North East and North Cumbria’s first Clinical Academic Professor in Nursing – one of the first key roles of its type in the UK. Dr Annette Hand will take up the flagship clinical chair post – a joint position between […]
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23 million children missed out on basic vaccines through routine immunization services in 2020 – 3.7 million more than in 2019 – according to official data by WHO and UNICEF. This latest set of comprehensive worldwide childhood immunization figures, the first official figures to reflect global service disruptions due to COVID-19, show a majority of […]
Huntington’s disease cases in Northern Scotland up nearly 50% in 30 years: The number of people with a diagnosis of Huntington’s disease (HD) in Northern Scotland has increased by almost 50% over the last 30 years according to a new University of Aberdeen study. The region has rates of Huntington’s disease that are among the […]
Reducing misdiagnosis and sudden cardiac death: Working together with individuals, families, and medical professionals to offer information and support on Syncope and Reflex Anoxic Seizures. Leading UK-based charity STARS recognises pioneering healthcare professionals and hospitals working to reduce misdiagnosis and sudden cardiac death In a new report published today, STARS Healthcare Pioneers Report Showcasing Best […]
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What is Streptococcus agalactiae (group B strep)? Strep agalactiae refers to the round bacteria that grow in chains and that was found to be a human potential pathogen responsible for a number of infections that most commonly affect pregnant women and newborns. […]
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Palliative Medicine support for families: Families who are caring for a relative who is seriously ill and dying at home need more support from healthcare professionals in order to help manage their medication, according to a new study. The findings of the study, funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and led by Professor […]
Cell-type-specific insight into the function of risk factors in coronary artery disease: Using single cell technology, a new study sheds light on the significance of genetic risk factors for, and the diversity of cells involved in, the development of coronary artery disease. The researchers analysed human atherosclerotic lesions to map the chromatin accessibility of more […]
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