First human case similar to swine flu detected in the UK
Health officials are urgently working to trace contacts of an individual who has been infected with the H1N2 strain.
Which natural remedies will help you battle a cold this year?
With the days getting colder and colder and the flu season approaching, several health professionals give their insight and recommendations on natural remedies for illnesses.
WHO outline’s responsible regulations needed for Artificial Intelligence in healthcare
The World Health Organization (WHO) recently published a new document outlining essential regulatory considerations for applying artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare.
How our sense of taste guides the pace of eating
When you eat your dinner, the communication between your stomach and brain is believed to prevent you from overindulging.
Help 36 million people in Europe with rare diseases
Baiba Miltoviča, President of the Section for Transport, Energy, Infrastructure and the Information Society at EESC, lifts the lid on rare diseases, charting a European mission to help 36 million people in the EU.
Children’s brains: Unraveling the impact of tech devices
In a comprehensive analysis spanning 23 years and involving over 30,000 children under 12, recent neuroimaging research delves into the intricate relationship between children’s brains and their engagement with tech devices.
14-Hour fasting shows improvements in hunger, mood, and sleep
Consuming meals within a 10-hour time frame has been linked to increased energy, mood, and reduced hunger levels, according to recent findings from the largest community science study in the UK.
EU Policy recommendations: Prioritising care for high-risk COVID-19 patients
From the 11th of March 2020 to the 5th of May 2023, the world experienced a global health emergency. In response, Policy Recommendations will be presented at the EU Parliament in an effort to prioritise care for high-risk COVID-19 patients in the EU.
Empowering healthcare transformation: How data literacy unlocks the untapped potential of data
Mat Oram, CEO and Co-Founder of AdviseInc, discusses the importance of data literacy and the steps organisations can take to truly understand how data can support their goals.
The European Union’s Global Health program
The EDCTP partnership, a cornerstone of the EU's health research initiative that funds clinical trials in Africa, needs more certainty about its future as it marks its 20th anniversary.
Logistical friction is the largest hurdle to reaching virtual wards’ true potential
Virtual wards are a means for patients who need monitoring to remain at home and for staff to know immediately when they need urgent care. Alan Payne discusses the benefits of virtual wards and the largest issues facing their adoption.
Changes in public health: Highlighting the positive aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic
Zisis Kozlakidis and Caboux Elodie from the International Agency for Research on Cancer discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the adoption of changes in public health interventions and patient care.
Understanding osteoarthritis: Causes, symptoms, and treatment options
With ten million people in the UK alone suffering from osteoarthritis, Dr Deborah Lee explains the prevalence of the condition, the common risk factors, and preventative measures.
Addressing oral health inequalities across Europe
Dr Freddie Sloth-Lisbjerg, President of the Council of European Dentists, examines the prevalence and impact of oral health inequalities and service disparities in Europe, exploring barriers to dental care access, the significance of workforce planning, policy recommendations and the transformative potential of digital healthcare in dentistry.
The future of healthcare: Exploring the benefits of virtual wards
The Health Tech Alliance explains the importance of digital and technological innovations, particularly virtual wards, in supporting NHS healthcare providers.
Creating an opportunity for a more transparent and consistent approach to NHS procurement
Andy Smallwood, from NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, discusses NHS procurement challenges and solutions that could help.
How AI can become the NHS’s lifeline: Protecting healthcare staff with technology
Adrian Sutherland, Strategy Director (Global Healthcare) at Endava, outlines how artificial intelligence technologies can be a valuable tool in supporting healthcare staff and improving patient outcomes.
Preventing and managing diabetes: Strategies for combating the global health crisis
Stefano Del Prato and Bart Torbeyns from the European Diabetes Forum (EUDF) outline the major challenges in preventing and managing diabetes, and the actions policymakers and health systems can take to address them.
How research can help Japan move the needle toward healthy ageing
The International Longevity Centre is the UK’s leading authority on the impact of healthy ageing. Here, the ILC’s Emily Evans explains how research can enable Japan’s citizens to live longer in good health and what others can learn from this.
Staying safe on Bonfire night: The NHS advice on treating burns and scalds
With bonfire night approaching, the NHS raises awareness and offers advice to those who experience burns.
