UK grapples with disease outbreaks: New COVID-19 variant BA.2.86 sparks concern, avian flu persists, Koi Herpesvirus resurfaces.Disease outbreaks rock the United Kingdom: COVID-19 variants, Bird Flu and Koi Herpesvirus
Pragati Singh Aug 21, 2023
An annual survey has revealed that past-year use of marijuana, hallucinogens and binge drinking by adults aged 35 to 50 reached an all-time high in 2022.
Taylor J. Mustafa Aug 21, 2023
More than 40 per cent of pharmaceutical products have been made from herbal plants, with health professionals declaring cost-effectiveness as one of the major benefits of using herbal medicines.
Danielle Summer Aug 18, 2023
A recent study discusses and delves into the contributions of lifestyle factors to depression and anxiety among shift workers.
Taylor J. Mustafa Aug 18, 2023
A breakthrough brain mapping project involving patients diagnosed with different types of mental illness has revealed a startling diversity in brain changes.
Taylor J. Mustafa Aug 18, 2023
As many as 21 people, including an Indian, have been put on trial in Uzbekistan for the deaths.
Sadhna Yadav Aug 18, 2023
The UK pledges £210 million for the global AMR fight at G20, with the investment aimed to be used to upgrade labs, train workforce, and improve genome sequencing.
Pragati Singh Aug 16, 2023
In the largest scientific study ever conducted, Oxford researchers have found no evidence that points to Facebook being linked to worldwide psychological harm.
Taylor J. Mustafa Aug 16, 2023
As part of the urgent care recovery plan, the UK allocates £250 million to NHS hospitals, creating 900 beds for faster treatment and cutting waiting lists.
Pragati Singh Aug 15, 2023
The long-term impacts of loneliness are still emerging, with 55 per cent of the workforce feeling lonely on a weekly basis and 79 per cent saying their colleagues are the lonely ones.
Jennifer Gendron Aug 14, 2023
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has provisionally approved UnitedHealth's £1.2 billion takeover of EMIS, citing no competition concerns, fostering collaborative healthcare technology advancements.
Pragati Singh Aug 14, 2023
Cigarette butts are one of the largest contributors to plastic pollution in the UK, with the number of cigarette butts being found in rivers exceeding the amount of plastic litter.
Danielle Summer Aug 11, 2023
The realm of wearable technology offers vast potential for enhancing our lifestyles; however, a consortium of global researchers highlights that this swiftly evolving domain also ushers in substantial hurdles.
Pragati Singh Aug 11, 2023
Research from the University of British Columbia suggests that exercise apps can reduce depressive symptoms and combat mental illness in healthcare workers.
Taylor J. Mustafa Aug 11, 2023
New artificial intelligence technology aims to improve early suicide risk prediction and intervention for at-risk youth.
Jastine Beatrice Yap Aug 11, 2023
Maternal mental health begins with first medication for postnatal depression treatment, with postnatal depression affecting approximately one in seven new mothers.
Jastine Beatrice Yap Aug 11, 2023
NHS staff continue to strike in the UK, while thousands leave for better working conditions in Australia.
Danielle Summer Aug 10, 2023
Ahead of Britain hosting the first AI Safety Summit this year, healthcare is set to be modernised with £13 million in funding handed to research projects.
Ziyad Jamal Aug 10, 2023
The World Health Organisation has added over 500 lifesaving essential medicines to its essential list including the first approvals for multiple sclerosis.
Pratiti Nath Aug 10, 2023
The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Wednesday declared a new Covid strain called Eris as a variant of interest.
Sadhna Yadav Aug 10, 2023
New research from Mind has revealed the detrimental impact that soaring mortgage costs are having on people's mental health, as well as their finances.
Taylor J. Mustafa Aug 09, 2023
Competition Appeal Tribunal upholds CMA's verdict against Advanz Pharma for exorbitant pricing of liothyronine tablets, imposing £84M fine, marking a pivotal victory against pharmaceutical exploitation.
Pragati Singh Aug 08, 2023
A medical expert based in Indianapolis delves into the intriguing relationship between chronic pain, depression and anxiety.
Taylor J. Mustafa Aug 08, 2023
Research highlights the intriguing connection between biodiversity and mental health hospital admissions, urging a fresh perspective on the importance of biodiversity conservation.
Jastine Beatrice Yap Aug 08, 2023
UKHSA launches cutting-edge Vaccine Development and Evaluation Centre (VDEC) at Porton Down. 200 scientists target deadly pathogens, including COVID-19 variants, accelerating global vaccine research and readiness.
Pragati Singh Aug 08, 2023
The latest analysis of data obtained from more than 100 countries has revealed that air pollution is causing a rise in antibiotic resistance (AMR).
Sadhna Yadav Aug 08, 2023
India-manufactured cough syrup has yet again been flagged by the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Sadhna Yadav Aug 08, 2023
A recent study suggests that treatment with modern antidepressants may help prevent patients with bipolar disorder from relapsing into a depressive episode.
Taylor J. Mustafa Aug 04, 2023
The recent tobacco epidemic report from WHO provided crucial insights into how tobacco control measures like smoke-free public spaces can tackle the tobacco epidemic.
Pratiti Nath Aug 03, 2023
The UK invests £33 million in Kindeva Drug Delivery for green inhalers, creating jobs and boosting life sciences manufacturing.
Pragati Singh Aug 03, 2023