NHS dentistry at a tipping point, as BBC reveal true extent of access crisis: Nine out of ten NHS dental practices unable to offer appointments to new adult patients, in the most extensive survey of patient access ever undertaken. The British Dental Association has pressed government to step up and deliver urgent reform, as new […]
Flare-ups of gout are linked to heart attack and stroke, says new study: Experts at the University of Nottingham, in collaboration with experts at Keele University, have found that the risk of heart attacks and strokes temporarily increases in the four months after a gout flare. The research showed that gout patients who suffered from […]
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The immune boosting benefits of a tuberculosis vaccine can be seen in infants more than one year after vaccination, according to a new study. The research, led by the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) and published in Science Advances, has shown how the BCG vaccine, developed to prevent the risk of tuberculosis, can produce a […]
University of Queensland-led research has found the lining of children’s noses is better at inhibiting SARS-CoV-2 infections than adult noses. Dr Kirsty Short from UQ’s School of Chemistry and Molecular Biosciences said it might be one reason why children’s immune responses have so far proven more effective at avoiding and fighting COVID-19. “Children have a […]
Rapid biomarker diagnostics for Cancers and heart disease: Imperial researchers have built a new easy-to-use test that could diagnose non-infectious diseases like heart attacks and cancers more quickly. The new test works by detecting molecular signals in the body called biomarkers, which are already used in things like COVID-19 testing where the presence of SARS-CoV-2 […]
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Simulation approach stimulates students, says professor praised for her educational approach: University of Bradford Professor Maryann Hardy has been awarded a coveted National Teaching Fellowship for her inspirational approach to educational training. Professor Hardy, who has worked at the university for 25 years, said she was “delighted and humbled” by the accolade, which seeks to showcase […]
On hot days, it is extremely important to know not only how to spot the signs of heat exhaustion in your dog, but also how to prevent it happening in the first place. Imagine sitting in the beautiful sunshine on a roasting hot summer day, wearing a thick fur coat. That’s what it’s like for […]
Playday is the national day for play, traditionally held on the first Wednesday in August. It is the biggest play sector event in the UK, and possibly Europe! As well as a celebration of children’s right to play, Playday is a campaign that highlights the importance of play in children’s lives. Playday is coordinated by […]
This week is World Breastfeeding Week 2022. Breastfeeding plays and important role in managing the double burden of malnutrition. Breastfeeding provides food security and reduces inequalities. This breastfeeding week focuses upon rebuilding essential pre-pandemic support systems. It takes a village to raise a child. Parents face a multitude of challenges in providing the best care […]
New epilepsy research reveals brain wiring differences: Children with epilepsy have brains that are wired differently from those without the condition, a new study by our researchers has found. This new epilepsy research paves the way for improved treatment, specifically how different surgery techniques can treat children and young people with epilepsy. A collaborative project, […]
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