University of Melbourne researchers addressing the global challenge of corneal blindness – caused by disorders that damage and scar the transparent layer of our eyes – have welcomed a $35 million grant from the Australian Government Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) to support the development of a world-first tissue engineered cornea. The funding has been […]
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New research explains how we decide who to trust – is this why we’re so compelled by ‘The Traitors?’ • Humans make judgements about whether to trust a person by combining their features with those around them and make a judgement based on it • This happens in a fraction of a second and can […]
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First UK patients receive experimental mRNA therapy for cancer: Cancer patients in the UK are receiving a new therapeutic to help their bodies recognise and fight cancer cells as part of a global trial. The first UK patients received the experimental mRNA therapy – a type of immunotherapy treatment called mRNA-4359 – at Imperial College […]
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Neuroendocrine prostate cancer could be restored to a state that responds to treatment: In the new study researchers at the Ketola Lab discovered a potential new target for drug development in neuroendocrine prostate cancer was discovered. The protein, DPYSL5, is expressed especially in this cancer type and could therefore be a suitable target for drug […]
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Digital health interventions, such as mobile applications, are increasingly being viewed as potential ways to encourage behaviour change to improve health outcomes in areas including diet, exercise and sleep. Among women in the pregnancy, pre-pregnancy, or post-pregnancy stages, healthy lifestyles and behaviours are of key importance to the mother and child. Using digital health solutions […]
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Skiing is a great option for a fun and active family holiday however the adrenaline rush is not without risks! Here are some tips to ensure you stay as safe as possible, keeping everyone warm, happy and healthy and some practical first aid tips should things go wrong. Prevention is key and it is vital […]
The UK has seen an increase in measles cases in the last few months, what has caused this increase and how can you protect yourself? From 1st October 2023 to 18th January 2024, there have been 216 confirmed cases across the West Midlands. And data from the NHS suggests that more than 3.4 million children under […]
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It is extremely common for someone who is ill to develop a fever. What is a fever? A part of the brain known as the hypothalamus controls body temperature. This usually varies very slightly throughout the day from the normal temperature of 37C (anything between 36.1 and 37.2 are still in the normal range). It is […]
As flu season arrives, many people are understandably worried about getting ill. Recent statistics show the increased strain on the NHS with 3,746 patients a day with flu. But what is the difference between the various strains of flu, how can we prevent it and how should we respond if we fall ill with it? […]
In the wake of the escalating conflict in Ukraine, Moldova, a neighbouring country, is grappling with the concern of being somehow drawn into the war. To extend support during these challenging times, the David Nott Foundation, in collaboration with the World Health Organisation, conducted two specialised Hostile Environment Surgical Training-Anaesthesia courses in Moldova. The refugee […]