Israeli fire kills 5 Palestinians in Gaza, including a baby
DEIR AL BALAH, Gaza Strip — Israeli troops fired over the ceasefire line in the northern Gaza Strip on Friday,…
How diabetes medications may influence cancer risk and progression
Diabetes, particularly Type 2 Diabetes (T2DM), has been linked to an increased risk of various cancers, including liver,…
Flu wave’s hidden cost on people with cystic fibrosis
People with cystic fibrosis (CF) are uniquely vulnerable to the flu wave currently ripping through the UK, a…
people waiting 96 hours and you may have to wear a mask in the UK
The UGT Sanidad health union has warned of the ‘serious’ situation of “saturation” in the emergency department at…
High-dose rifampicin does not improve survival in tuberculosis meningitis
Each year, 11 million people worldwide develop tuberculosis, and about 1.4 million die from it. Meningitis occurs in…
Chronic breathlessness drives longer hospital stays and higher healthcare costs
Chronic breathlessness, a symptom often overlooked by healthcare systems, is associated with longer lengths of hospital stay on…
Study identifies molecular drivers of cerebral small vessel disease
A new study identifies molecular factors that promote small vessel disease – and an active drug that can…
Many parents struggle to navigate conversations about nutrition with teens
As teens gain more independence in their food choices, many parents struggle to navigate conversations about nutrition -which…
Gut bacteria mimicry can accelerate the progression of multiple sclerosis
If gut bacteria are too similar to the protective layer of nerves, they can misdirect the immune system…
Interdisciplinary project aims reduce noise exposure for premature children in neonatal care
Premature babies are particularly susceptible to strong sensory impressions and high sound levels from the incubator. Now researchers…
Tianjin grading system improves prognosis prediction in pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is notoriously difficult to treat due to its aggressive nature and limited prognostic tools.…
Quiet Hope: Frank Gehry’s Maggie’s Centre Hong Kong
Maggie’s Centre Hong Kong. Image © Jonathan Yeung, courtesy of Open House Hong Kong & Design Trust Share…