Paul Cosford: Meeting my palliative care team
Professor Paul Cosford, medical director of Public Health England, continues his occasional series on his experience as a patient with…
Cancer
DNA discovery could help target cancer cells
Scientists have made a major discovery about how cells repair broken strands of DNA that could have huge implications for…
Allergy antibody may protect skin against cancer
An allergy antibody known as Immunoglobulin E, or IgE, may protect the skin against cancer, according to new study led…
Sunscreen: the spots you miss
With summer in full swing, many of us will slap on some sunscreen to protect our skin from harmful UV…
HIFU is effective against prostate cancer with fewer side effects
Using high energy ultrasound beams to destroy prostate cancer tumours may be as effective as surgery or radiotherapy, but with…
Patient-centred care does not improve quality of life
Patients who are involved in the planning and delivery of their care for multiple conditions say that they are more…
Gut microbes could warn of early liver disease
Gut bacteria markers could be a ‘smoking gun’ for liver disease, according to new research. The findings, published in the journal…
National plan needed for lung disease
Pulmonary rehabilitation is very effective at helping people with lung disease improve their quality of life. Multiple studies show that…
Momentous decision to offer boys HPV vaccine
The decision to offer boys a vaccination against the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) by the Joint Committee on Vaccination and…
Revamped Kew – saving plants that may help to cure cancer
After the biggest restoration project in its entire 175 year history, Kew Gardens has re- opened the doors of its…