NHS sign deal with BT to build a digital blood donor network
NHS Blood and Transplant have signed a deal with BT to improve its blood donor network through digital transformation.
Food label laws: Are standards high enough for consumer safety?
"The importance of clearly labelling pre-packed foods to guard against allergic reactions is vital" says the owner and creator of Enjoy!.
Living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases (COPD)
More can be done at the local, national and EU level to improve COPD diagnosis, support smoking cessation and advance work and living conditions for people living with COPD.
Antimicrobial resistance: 10 million UK lives at risk as Superbugs threat rises
Only 11% of Brits see antimicrobial resistance as a serious threat to society, despite the outgoing UK Chief Medical Officer saying earlier this year that Superbugs “could kill us before climate change does”.
Number of people with obesity doubles in 20 years
The number of people with obesity in England has almost doubled in the last twenty years from 6.9 to 13 million, according to new data by Diabetes UK.
Precision medicine research and biobanking in China
Here, several experts from the International Society for Biological and Environmental Repositories, share their views on precision medicine research and biobanking in China.
Cardiovascular disease: A leading cause of disability and premature death
Dr Tejas Patel, a world-renowned interventional cardiologist and endovascular therapist, highlights cardiovascular disease, a leading cause of disability and premature death around the world.
Policymakers must address reality of life with asthma and COPD
Charles Kinney, Communications Manager, EFA, argues that the policymakers have a long way to go addressing the reality of life with asthma and COPD.
What is the difference between cannabidiol and THC?
Dr Diana Gall (MD), GP at Doctor4U tells us the difference between cannabidiol and THC.
“Don’t do it alone”: Mental health advice from the over-50s
What would you tell your younger self? Here, some over 50's give their experienced mental health advice to younger people.
Acquired Brain Injury care undergoes changes in England
Ruth Smith, COO at Christchurch Group, applauds England's 27 Major Trauma Centres provision of rehabilitation prescriptions for Acquired Brain Injury care.
How is technology impacting the future of care homes?
In this article, Silas Campbell at Blueleaf identifies and discusses the ways in which technology is impacting and enhancing the way care homes are run; from smart home integration to robots helping to fight loneliness.
How can IDD Therapy help unresolved back pain and sciatica?
In this article, Mark Webb MCSP, AACP, Broad Oaks Health Clinic, looks into IDD Therapy - a new way to help unresolved back pain and sciatica.
WHO sends help to flooded populations across Africa
Erratic 2019 weather patterns have created increased flooded populations, bringing the sinister risk of water-borne diseases.
New NHS innovation to reduce hospital delays
The new NHS tool ActNow is an e-learning platform for health service and care staff to reduce hospital delays.
The effect of ‘fake news’ on the medical industry
In the current moment, how severely is the viral misinformation online (from anti-vaccination movements to deadly 'miracle' cures) impacting the medical industry?
Report reveals use of chemical restraints in aged care
The Royal Commission of Inquiry’s report questions why Australia allowed use of chemical restraints in aged care.
How can you support a loved one who is battling with mental health issues?
Making the first move in reaching out to a loved one who is suffering with their mental health will make the world of difference to their wellbeing. Here, we discuss how best to approach the subject and how you can offer support.
UK aid to help vaccinate 400 million children against polio
International Development Secretary Alok Sharma has pledged new UK aid support to help vaccinate more than 400 million children a year against polio.
WHO expert panel creates plan for digital tech use
The World Health Organization have launched a plan on digital tech use to meet global public health needs.
