Minority ethnic communities face greater kidney health risks
Kidney failure is up to five times more common in people from minority ethnic backgrounds1, yet many face significant barriers to accessing appropriate care. Language...
Infection/Disease
The Infection/Disease section delves into a range of viral and bacterial infections. It highlights topics like the link between oral health and overall well-being, the significance of handwashing in preventing infections, and novel research into diseases such as sarcoidosis and atopic dermatitis. The section also explores groundbreaking solutions like the use of AI and “superhero bugs” for combating infections, underscoring the importance of innovative approaches in understanding and managing infectious diseases and their broader health impacts.
Machine learning for child vaccinations
Machine learning for child vaccinations - Curtin University is collaborating with the Boorloo (Perth) Public Health Unit on a research project using a Future Health...
What parents need to know about Scarlet Fever & Strep A
What parents need to know about Scarlet Fever & Strep A: As winter approaches, health officials are urging parents to be aware of the increased...
Antimicrobial usage sparks warning over increased resistance
University of Queensland research has found antimicrobial usage is significantly higher in affluent communities in Australia. Samples have been collected from 50 wastewater treatment plants...
Season of birth linked to asthma and allergies
Season of birth is associated with the development of asthma and allergic rhinitis: Being born in autumn or winter is associated with asthma and allergic...
Sex hormones modulate the immune system
Sex hormones modulate the immune system to influence disease risk differently. Researchers have uncovered how hormones profoundly affect our immune systems, explaining why men and...
Major funding awards announced for studies into lead poisoning and sonic innovation
Studies to improve the way we monitor and test for lead poisoning in children and communicate data through sound have been awarded more than £1.1...
Half a million children in European Region not fully vaccinated in their first year of life
While over 9 million children received all three of their first critical vaccine doses against diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (DTP) in their first year of...
A simple change to save thousands of patients with sepsis
A Simple Change to Save Thousands from Sepsis: Changing the way antibiotics are given to adult patients with sepsis will save thousands of lives a...
Kidney transplantation: New therapy proven effective
Antibody-mediated rejection (AMR) is one of the most common causes of kidney transplant failure. To date, however, no treatment has proven effective in combating this...
