World Malaria Day: Revealing barriers and solutions
Today on World Malaria Day, we look at the continued effects of the disease. Recent efforts to combat malaria have come to a halt, with global targets set to be missed.
Malaria cases rising in UK following an increase in overseas travel
New data released by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows a concerning rise in malaria cases diagnosed in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, reaching 2,000 reported cases for the first time since 2001.
The shifting burden of neglected tropical diseases in the age of climate change
Now is the time to invest in trans-national control strategies to stop the spread of neglected tropical diseases and limit suffering, say Jake Mathewson and Ente Rood, Epidemiologists at KIT Royal Tropical Institute.
Rising rates of fatty liver disease in young adults
Recent health research has revealed alarming trends in the prevalence of fatty liver disease among young adults.
Investigating environmental factors and their effects on Parkinson’s disease
Yesterday on World Parkinson's Day in the Journal of Parkinson's Disease, researchers revealed the potential environmental origins of Parkinson's disease.
AI and adaptive dementia-supporting technology
People living with dementia are a hugely underserved group in so many ways, but dementia-supporting technology can offer better and longer independent living; Fiona Carragher, Director of Research and Influencing at Alzheimer’s Society, explains how.
Common inflammatory profile in childhood respiratory diseases
The study, published in Mucosal Immunology, shows the underlying immune mechanisms shared by suppurative lung disease and wheezing despite their differing symptoms.
Parkinson’s management: Living with the fastest-growing neurological condition in the world
We spoke with Parkinson’s UK, an organisation dedicated to funding important research and supporting those affected by Parkinson’s, about the prevalence, impact, and management of the condition.
The basics of myopia: What you need to know
Myopia has a significant economic and societal impact globally, and its prevalence in the digital age is increasing. We discuss the causes, symptoms and treatment for this condition.
Household chemicals linked to neurological conditions
Neurological conditions affect many people daily, but only a few can be attributed to genetics. So, what other environmental factors contribute to this?
A blood test breakthrough could help identify hidden tuberculosis cases
Scientists from the University of Southampton are on the verge of unveiling a blood test that could uncover millions of undetected tuberculosis (TB) cases.
The role of education in tackling diabetes stigma
Beyond the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on routine care, other factors impact the physical and mental wellbeing of people with diabetes. Lorna Rothery spoke to Dr Mayank Patel, a consultant in diabetes at University Hospital Southampton and member of the DRWF editorial advisory board, about the importance of education in changing attitudes towards type 1 and type 2 diabetes stigma.
The scoring system that helps distinguish GPP from AGEP, two similar skin conditions
Dealing with skin conditions can be challenging, especially when two rare diseases, generalised pustular psoriasis (GPP) and acute generalised exanthematous pustulosis (AGEP), have similar symptoms, making it challenging to differentiate between them.
Understanding the impact of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome
We spoke to Dr Charles Shepherd about the impact of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome and why more needs to be done to address gaps in care and research.
Bariatric surgery opens doors for ESRD patients
Scientists have linked bariatric surgery with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients to see if it helps them become eligible for a kidney transplant.
How well do Type 2 diabetes patients know their disease?
Researchers in Portugal look at the critical gaps in knowledge against type 2 diabetes (T2D) patients, potentially impacting their long-term health outcomes.
Hypervaccination: What would 217 COVID-19 vaccines do to your immune system?
Researchers looked into the case of a man who received over 200 vaccinations against Covid-19 to help deepen the understanding of hypervaccination.
How do we tackle sepsis?
How do we tackle sepsis? What role do infection prevention and control play? What are the symptoms? How do we treat sepsis and reduce its risk? Let’s discover more about sepsis here.
Study links air pollution particle to Alzheimer’s Disease symptoms
Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), UNSW Sydney, and the Agency for Science, Technology and Research in Singapore have found a link between air pollution and Alzheimer's disease.
Rare Disease Day: The technology that could help rare genetic liver disorder patients
February 29th is dedicated to raising awareness about rare diseases and looking into the opportunities technology could bring for potential treatments.