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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.

UK accelerates clinical trials with new 2026 reforms

UK accelerates clinical trials in 2026 with faster approvals, innovative reforms, and growing global confidence in life sciences research.

New platform aims to transform the study of spinal cord biology

A new platform will create a high-fidelity 4D model of the human spinal cord using advanced bioprinting techniques and patient-derived cells.

Groundbreaking £50m UK centre set to overhaul clinical trials

A new initiative aims to accelerate clinical trials of new medicines for improved patient care. Find out more here.
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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EU4Health programme: Strengthening Europe’s healthcare systems

Discover how the EU4Health programme aims to bolster crisis preparedness and fortify the health systems of the European Union.

Emerging COVID-19 variants identified with AI

Scientists at the Universities of Manchester and Oxford have developed an AI framework that can track new COVID-19 variants.

Machine Learning model enhances prediction of liver cancer risk

UC Davis Health researchers have pioneered a Machine Learning model that accurately predicts liver cancer risk. Find out more.

UK cancer treatment lags behind other countries

Two new studies have found that UK cancer treatment has fallen behind comparable countries in the past decade, with patients facing longer waits.

Groundbreaking new medical technology could destroy cancers and predict disease

As part of a £10m package for boosting access to new medical technology, 8 innovative tech companies will bring their devices to market.

£1m NHS boost for wireless innovations to improve patient care

Wireless technology trials to improve patient care and strengthen connectivity in A&E and ambulance bays will launch across seven NHS trusts.

Shaping Tomorrow: Activating spaces and building playtime for children with autism

A pilot project held in the Les Glòries park, Barcelona, is changing how we think of play in our cities for children with autism

Could combining two drugs be better for treating prostate cancer?

A clinical trial discovered that combining testosterone-blocking drugs is better at treating prostate cancer than single drug treatment.

Understanding antimicrobial resistance in relation to hospital-acquired pneumonia

New University of Liverpool research has identified a step towards a better understanding of antimicrobial resistance in hospital-acquired pneumonia.

The role of inherited genetic variants in rare blood cancer

Researchers have shown how inherited genetic variants can influence the risk of developing a rare blood cancer.

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