Broken-heart syndrome patients increased risk
Broken-heart syndrome patients twice as likely to suffer further heart problems: New research from the University of Aberdeen found that…
Effective digital healthcare depends on trust
Effective digital healthcare depends on trust: Digital tools such as telehealth, remote monitoring and mobile health apps are key to…
Natural fats in human skin link to eczema
Natural fats in human skin could explain why some babies develop eczema. An Australian-first study has found that certain natural…
Constipation? BUPA Dr Tim Woodman shares his advice
Are you suffering from constipation? Ahead of Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, Dr Tim Woodman, Medical Director, Policy and Cancer Services,…
NHS England reform must prioritise dentistry
NHS England reform must prioritise dentistry: Comment from Dr Nigel Carter, Chief Executive of the Oral Health Foundation The Prime…
Promising new therapeutic approach for paediatric brain tumours
Paediatric brain tumours remain the most common cause of death from childhood cancer. Paediatric high-grade gliomas (pHGG) in particular are…
NHS approval of endometriosis therapy Ryeqo enhances patient care
NHS approval of endometriosis therapy Ryeqo enhances patient care, eases healthcare strain, says GlobalData. A new endometriosis pill, relugolix combination…
Focus on the gut-liver axis
NorUDCA (24-nor-ursodeoxycholic acid) is a chemically modified bile acid that has already shown promising results in the treatment of liver…
What is a seizure?
What is a seizure? A seizure is the medical term for a fit or convulsion. One in twenty people will…
Febrile Convulsions and Seizures in Children
Febrile convulsions are incredibly common in babies and small children. Fits or seizures are triggered by a rise in their…