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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.

Super flu surge pushes NHS toward ‘worst-case scenario’ as winter pressures mount

NHS faces unprecedented winter pressures as super flu hospitalisations surge, A&E demand hits record levels, and strike action looms.

Stop taking probiotics until you know what your gut microbiome needs

Qures discusses why generic probiotics may not work and how a personalised stool test and diet plan can restore your gut's natural balance.

Hypothiocyanite: The rise of a promising one-health molecule

Richard Stead, CEO of Qures Group, discusses the century-long history of Hypothiocyanite and the Lactoperoxidase System.
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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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.

Leading the way in virtual care: Jewish General Hospital’s trailblazing model for Quebec

Explore how Quebec’s first virtual care programme redefines care, empowering patients and families to heal safely at home.

Harnessing algal biodiversity and biotechnology to develop solutions for inflammatory bowel diseases

Explore how Algae4IBD is unlocking the potential of algae, developing bioactive ingredients for inflammatory bowel disease.

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.

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.

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

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Leading the way in virtual care: Jewish General Hospital’s trailblazing model for Quebec

Explore how Quebec’s first virtual care programme redefines care, empowering patients and families to heal safely at home.

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.

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.

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

The link between mycobacteria and red blood cells causing lung diseases

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...