Why the Gov’s Social Value Model offers commercial benefits outside the public sector
Sarah Stone, Director of Samtaler, explores how the new Central Government Social Value Model can be used as a strong commercial driver for all organisations to develop a cohesive and more strategic Social Value offer.
2% of asymptomatic pediatric dental patients test positive for COVID-19
A new study by a University of Illinois Chicago pediatric dentist has found that 2% of asymptomatic pediatric dental patients test positive for COVID-19.
COVID oxygen use increases risk of hospital fires
In India and Iraq, patients recently died in hospital fires caused by oxygen explosions - an increased amount of oxygen is needed to treat COVID-19.
High Omega-3 index reduces premature death
New research shows that people with a high Omega-3 Index are 13% less likely to die prematurely compared to those with low levels.
Newborns of socially vulnerable mothers at higher risk of COVID-19 infection
Physician-researchers reveal that newborns of expectant mothers with COVID-19 can suffer indirect adverse health risks, particularly those of socially vulnerable mothers.
Vitamin D does not help hospitalised COVID-19 patients
A new Brazilian study found that a high dose of vitamin D did not improve the condition of hospitalised COVID-19 patients.
How can the aviation industry cut emissions?
Graham Chapman, a sustainable product and business expert and owner of Powerguard, explores how the aviation industry can reduce its carbon emissions.
Smoking both e-cigs & tobacco cigarettes increases risk of respiratory symptoms
Research led by investigators at Massachusetts General Hospital reveals that people who use both e-cigarettes and tobacco cigarettes are more likely to develop respiratory symptoms compared to those using either one alone.
Foot test can detect heart rhythm disorder in diabetic patients
A simple annual foot test can help detect atrial fibrillation in patients with diabetes, according to research presented at EHRA 2021.
Hubble telescope captures giant star on edge of death
The star, AG Carinae, is fighting with gravity and radiation on the edge of death - Hubble also captures the five light-years wide nebula that comes with it.
NHS prescription data to support COVID-19 research
NHS Digital has established a new Hospital Prescribing and Administration resource to support COVID-19 research.
Crown Commercial Service extends G-Cloud 12 to 2022
Crown Commercial Service has announced that it has extended G-Cloud 12 to 2022, a further 12 months from its original end date.
Scientists work on blood test to diagnose heart attacks
Scientists are creating a blood test that can quickly diagnose heart attacks - by looking for the "unique fingerprint" of a heart attack.
South Africa will use Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine
After stopping rollout in response to blood clot investigations, South Africa are now preparing to start using Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccines.
Researchers report malaria vaccine efficacy of 77%
Researchers from the University of Oxford and their partners have reported that the malaria vaccine, R21/Matrix-M, has demonstrated high-level efficacy of 77%.
What can the public sector do to prosper in this new data-driven age?
Charles Southwood, Regional VP Northern Europe and MEA at Denodo, discusses how the pandemic has become a digital catalyst for the public sector and what organisations need to do to prosper in this new data-driven age.
Is the Indian ‘double mutation’ as dangerous as the UK mutation?
India broke records on Thursday (23 April) as more than 310,000 new COVID cases were documented in one day - is the Indian 'double mutation', B1617, as infectious as the UK mutation?
How can we make a truly green and sustainable recovery?
Romy Rawlings, Commercial Director at Vestre Ltd, explains how using an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) could be the key helping customers ensure the sustainability of their everyday choices.
Low-code technology: Enabling councils to support citizens
Richard Farrell, Chief Innovation Officer at Netcall, talks about the challenges that local councils have faced and the role that low-code technology can and should play in enabling local authorities to guide and support citizens.
Frequent internet use improved mental health during lockdown
A new study from the University of Surrey has found that frequent internet use by older people during lockdown improved the quality of their mental health.