The HEAD registry, with nearly 800 patients, serves to evaluate the economic and social impact of allergies at a European level. Allergic diseases cost between 1,823€ and 6,656€ per patient per year if we only consider the direct costs derived from healthcare, according to a study of the data collected through the European HEAD registry promoted […]
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A pioneering programme which is bringing affordable, reliable and portable diagnostics for multiple diseases to sub-Saharan Africa is set to be presented at an event linked to the United Nations General Assembly this week. On Thursday 14 September, members of the Digital Innovations and Diagnostics for Infectious Diseases in Africa project, or DIDIDA, will be […]
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Scientists warn of rise in potentially fatal bacterial infection due to global warming. Continued warming of the climate would see a rise in the number and spread of potentially fatal infections caused by bacteria found along parts of the coast of the United States. Vibrio vulnificus bacteria grow in warm shallow coastal waters and can infect […]
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Urgent action needed as acute malnutrition threatens the lives of millions of vulnerable children: – United Nations agencies are calling for urgent action to protect the most vulnerable children in the 15 countries hardest hit by an unprecedented food and nutrition crisis. Conflict, climate shocks, the ongoing impacts of COVID-19, and rising costs of living […]
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Joint statement by UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell and WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on the occasion of World Breastfeeding Week: As global crises continue to threaten the health and nutrition of millions of babies and children, the vital importance of breastfeeding as the best possible start in life is more critical than ever. […]
Analyses of the relation between people’s mobility and SARS-CoV-2 spread revealed three groups of countries: A new study analysing the link between people’s reduced movement and the spread of coronavirus in 2020 shows that in some countries, the virus spread more rapidly when people stayed at home. In addition, restricting people’s mobility to some extent […]
The ripple effects of a cancer diagnosis can be seen throughout entire families and communities, Beth Cooper discusses the importance of not forgetting about the next of kin throughout this journey. Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, accounting for nearly 10 million deaths globally. In 2020, there was an estimated 19.3 million new […]
Queen’s University Belfast are leading a £1.2m project to improve drug delivery for a range of illnesses. The grant, awarded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), part of the UK Research and Innovation, will accelerate the development of microarray patches to make them available to patients worldwide. Microarray patches offer practical solutions […]
Life-improving research for brain cancer survivors: Researchers will develop and demonstrate the impact of an online survivorship platform, co-produced with brain cancer survivors and carers, to streamline access to treating teams, peer support, and evidence-informed supportive care, in a private and secure environment. The University of Melbourne has welcomed an announcement by the Australian Government […]
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Here are some interesting facts about common germs and top practical tips to avoid catching them. Moreover, with the government’s current covid-19 messaging being ‘Hands, Face, Space’, good hygiene has never been more important to prevent the spread of coronavirus. How long can bugs survive outside the body? Cold viruses can survive on hard indoor […]
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