Neurological consequences of COVID-19: The ‘Silent Wave’: Is the world prepared a wave of neurological consequences that may be on its way as a result of COVID-19? This question is at the forefront of research underway at the Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health. A team of neuroscientists and clinicians are examining the potential […]
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Dr Halim Boubaker, MSF medical coordinator for Northwest Syria reports Ten-fold increase in coronavirus cases adds new challenges in northwest Syria Northwest Syria is currently witnessing a sharp increase in the number of patients with COVID-19, which is now ten times higher than what it was just a month ago. As of 22 September, 640 people had tested […]
All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Skin: Parliamentary report reveals worrying lack of mental health support for skin disease patients New mental health funding promised to Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs)* must urgently be used to invest in and improve mental health services that are dedicated to dermatology patients, according to a report published today by […]
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This year’s flu vaccination marketing campaign “Just the Flu”, launching in early October, will raise awareness of the seriousness and risks of flu and encourage those eligible for the free flu vaccination to get vaccinated. Record numbers offered flu vaccine as those with flu and COVID-19 more likely to die. New Public Health England research […]
Australian scientists shed light on antibacterial superhero inside our cells. Researchers have made a key discovery on a critical arm of the immune system’s powerful defence against bacteria that will contribute to global efforts to design immune-boosting treatments. Bacteria pose persistent threats to human health. To combat this, inside each of our cells is a […]
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Emma Hammett of First Aid for Life discusses the six signs of sepsis: Sepsis is a common and potentially life-threatening condition where the body’s immune system overreacts to an infection. It results in widespread inflammation, swelling and blood clots. This leads the body to go into septic shock, characterised by a dramatic decrease in blood […]
Sepsis, also known as blood poisoning, is the leading cause of death in intensive care units. Globally, it causes more than 11 million deaths each year. An innovative approach may hold the key to boosting the recovery of critically ill patients with sepsis, according to new research from a team at the Florey Institute of […]
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Patients facing agonising wait for sarcoma cancer diagnoses ‘unacceptable’, says Jess Philips Sarcoma UK, the national bone and soft tissue cancer charity, is calling on the Government and NHS to take strong action in a new report that showcases how delays to sarcoma cancer diagnoses are costing patient lives. Backed by Jess Phillips, Member of Parliament […]
https://youtu.be/5wI5RVWzn9Q Its RA Awareness Week (RAAW) 2020. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an incurable condition that lacks public visibility and awareness. One of the major reasons is because it has invisible symptoms like fatigue, anxiety and depression. Over 89% are affected by these hidden symptoms! Jane is a young mother that has RA. This video […]
Brain astrocytes show metabolic alterations in Parkinson’s disease: A new study using induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) technology links astrocyte dysfunction to Parkinson’s disease (PD) pathology. The study carried out at the University of Eastern Finland and published in Scientific Reports highlights the role of brain astrocyte cells in PD pathology and the potential of iPSC-derived cells […]
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