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The latest health news from organisations working in the medical science sector to explore and develop effective new techniques for the delivery of cutting edge healthcare.

Niagara College leads research in healthy ageing and wellness

Niagara Canada is transforming health and wellness research into real-world impact and building global partnerships for the future.

AvantGuard’s AVA-003: A new front in the fight against antimicrobial resistance

AvantGuard’s AVA-003 compound offers a proactive solution against antimicrobial resistance, targeting pathogens with sustained activity.

AI better at predicting breast cancer risk than density monitoring, research finds

An image-only AI model for predicting breast cancer risk provided more precise risk stratification than breast density assessment.
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are 17 global targets designed to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity for all by 2030. Our latest health news includes updates from organisations looking to tackle Goal 3 and Goal 10.

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mRNA therapy shows potential to combat antibiotic-resistant infections

New findings show that in preclinical studies in the lab, a new therapy slowed the growth of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

NHS rolls out breakthrough CAR-T therapy for aggressive leukaemia

CAR-T therapy obe-cel is now available on the NHS, offering new hope and remission for adults with aggressive leukaemia.

Growing levels of microplastics contribute to AMR, study finds

New research from Plymouth Marine Laboratory shows that antimicrobial-resistant bacteria colonises microplastics in the natural environment.

OROT offers Care Everywhere with digital innovations that improve lives

Explore how OROT drives user-centred digital health innovation through collaboration and evidence-based integration.

Combatting AMR: The potential of Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus as a ‘living antibiotic’

Simona Huwiler discusses the potential of Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus, a predatory bacterium, to address the growing concern of AMR.

From discovery to solutions: McGill’s multidisciplinary and collaborative approach to combating antimicrobial resistance

Explore how McGill University’s AMR Centre unites diagnostics, surveillance and prevention, and therapeutics research.

GSK and Fleming Initiative launch £45m initiative to slow resistance to antibiotics

GSK and the Fleming Initiative launch six Grand Challenges to combat resistance to antibiotics and accelerate global solutions to AMR.

UKHSA revives Andi Biotic campaign to boost AMR awareness

UKHSA’s Andi Biotic campaign returns to World AMR Week to raise AMR awareness and encourage responsible antibiotic use.

Researchers trial world-first lung cancer vaccine

In a world-first clinical trial, scientists will begin testing a lung cancer vaccine designed to prevent the disease in people at high risk.

New malaria vaccine offers hope for mothers and babies across Africa

An EU-funded project is developing a vaccine to protect women from malaria before pregnancy and save mothers and babies across Africa.

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OROT offers Care Everywhere with digital innovations that improve lives

Explore how OROT drives user-centred digital health innovation through collaboration and evidence-based integration.

Researchers identify new tools for early cancer detection and treatment

Researchers have identified how new advances in 3D bioprinting, organoids, and organ-on-a-chip technology can help detect cancer earlier.

The virtual ward revolution: Can remote care keep patients out of hospital?

Remote care aims to foster independence while potentially lowering hospital admissions. Discover more here.

NHS launches AI-powered tool to speed up prostate cancer diagnosis

The NHS is set to pilot an AI ‘one-day diagnostics’ service that could shorten the time men wait for a prostate cancer diagnosis.

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The latest news from the health research sector looking at treatments for a range of common diseases and conditions. 

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A research team from Hiroshima University has discovered a link between mycobacteria and red blood cells at lung infection sites. What are mycobacteria? Mycobacteria are a...

Novel eye scanner technology targets neurodegenerative diseases

Scientists have developed novel eye scanner technology that has the potential to detect neurogenerative diseases at their very early stages. In a large-scale EU project,...

Revolutionary footwear technology to prevent diabetic foot ulcers

A research team from the University of Texas (UTA) has developed a self-adjusting shoe insole to relieve pressure from diabetic foot ulcers. Diabetic foot ulcers...

Scientists develop novel immunotherapy for colon cancer

A research team from the Dresden University of Technology (DUT) has identified proteins to utilise in a novel immunotherapy for colon cancer. How is this...