The theory that modern society is too clean, leading to defective immune systems in children, should be discarded, according to
Day: July 5, 2021
Could genetics hold the key to preventing SIDS?
A state-of-the-art genetic biobank could hold the key to preventing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), potentially saving the lives of
Breakthrough in tissue engineering as ‘shape memory’ supports tissue growth
Research published today has demonstrated the viability of 3D-printed tissue scaffolds that harmlessly degrade while promoting tissue regeneration following implantation.
People living with obesity struggling with their weight in silence
People living with obesity in the UK take an average of nine years to speak to a doctor about their
Comprehensive genetic study of cleft lip and palate
Comprehensive genetic study of cleft lip and palate Analysis led by the University of Bonn provides new insights into possible
Better understanding and use of nutrition apps
Nutrition apps are effective helpers when it comes to initiating and supporting dietary changes. They are therefore considered by many
Cancer cells eat themselves to survive
To survive life-threatening injuries, cancer cells use a technique in which they eat parts of the membrane surrounding them. This
How can we encourage more doctors to practice in rural and remote locations?
Supporting physicians to practice rurally is complex and should be part of a multifaceted strategy to provide more health care
Procedure to plug a hole in the heart is effective and safe
Closure of a patent foramen ovale, or “hole in the heart,” is effective and well-tolerated with low rates of complications,
Structures discovered in brain cancer patients can help fight tumors
Researchers at Uppsala University have discovered lymph node-like structures close to the tumour in brain cancer patients, where immune cells
