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What temperature should my medical fridge be?
CoolMed lifts the lid on what temperature a medical fridge should be.
New AI system can diagnose Autism earlier
A new Artificial intelligence (AI) system has been designed to examine specialised brain MRIs and proved accurate in diagnosing autism in children aged 24 to 48 months.
Revolutionising implants: Infection-resistant, 3D-printed metals
Researchers at Washington State University have created a groundbreaking surgical implant that demonstrated 87% effectiveness in destroying the bacteria responsible for staph infections in laboratory trials.
Understanding the barriers in rare disease care
A new policy brief from the European Observatory created with and for the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the EU details concrete steps for urgent action on AMR.
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.
Less frequent, equally effective, weekly insulin injections: The future of diabetes treatment
Research conducted by the University of Surrey suggests that insulin icodec, a weekly basal injection, may be just as effective when treating type 1 diabetes compared to daily basal insulin treatments.
NHS waiting lists could reach 8 million by summer 2024
According to modelling work from the Health Foundation charity, the NHS waiting lists may exceed eight million by next summer, even if doctor strikes stop.
Understanding glioma-related epilepsy: Ongoing research and treatments
UK-based charity, Epilepsy Action, outlines how glioma-related epilepsy can heavily impact a person’s quality of life, drawing on the need for further research and treatment options.
World Mental Health day 2023: Everything you need to know
October 10th is World Mental Health Day; the objective of this day is to raise awareness about mental health issues, reduce stigma, and advocate for better mental health care.
3D printing method developed for repairing brain injuries
Scientists have used 3D printing technology to create engineered brain tissue resembling a simplified cerebral cortex using human stem cells.
Wearable bracelet detects bipolar mood shifts through skin signals
A wearable bracelet monitors mood swings in bipolar disorder by tracking alterations in skin electrical signals associated with manic or depressive states.
Devastating impact of hypertension and its potential solutions
The World Health Organisation has released a report highlighting the alarming global impact of hypertension. What can clinicians and researchers do to control it?
Shedding a light onto Alzheimer’s disease awareness
Every year, the 21st of September is dedicated to raising awareness for Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, so today, we look at where research is moving and how to improve Alzheimer's disease awareness
Alzheimer's is a progressive brain disorder affecting memory, thinking and behaviour and is the most...
UK invests £13 million in groundbreaking healthcare AI projects
The UK is making strides in health analysis by earmarking £13 million to fund groundbreaking healthcare AI technology. These initiatives use the potential of artificial intelligence to revolutionise diagnostics and medical procedures.
Patients that recognise heart attack symptoms are less likely to die in hospital
Research presented by ESC Congress 2023 has revealed that understanding and acting on heart attack symptoms is linked to faster lifesaving treatment
The study investigated whether there was a correlation between symptom recognition, time to treatment and clinical outcome. By examining patients' knowledge of key heart attack symptoms, the team...
Why research on immune system disorders is critical to improving patient outcomes
The immune system is the body’s natural defence against antigens such as bacteria and viruses, but in some cases, it can malfunction. We explore the prevalence of immune system disorders, the associated unmet medical needs, and therapeutic research.
Knee Health Promotion Option: A comprehensive management for knee osteoarthritis
In 1995, Dr. Shaw-Ruey Lyu caught a glimpse of the hidden lesion in the knee. That chance encounter has led him and his team to explore medial plica and the role it plays in osteoarthritis of the knee (knee OA).
Stop low back pain: A self treatment approach
There is a 2-minute corrective exercise which research proves provides relief from low back pain to 90% of those who do it, explains Dr. Hélène Bertrand, who discusses the impact of SI joints and possible pain treatments.
Study finds biomarker for early multiple sclerosis diagnosis
Researchers have discovered that measuring retinal layer thickness can significantly improve the diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS).
How to preserve energy & make a positive environmental impact with your medical fridge
Harrison Thomas, Content Marketing Executive at CoolMed, walks us through what we need to know about energy efficiency and running a medical fridge.