Relief organizations dispatching their initial deployments of medical supplies and personnel to areas upended by the war in Ukraine are confronting an extensive humanitarian crisis as millions lose access to routine medical care. Some groups that have extended assistance to Ukraine for years are now scrambling to get resources to where they’re most needed. Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) […]

Sanger researchers have created the world’s largest novel resource using systematic drug testing and genetics analyses to show new potential drug combinations for breast, colon, and pancreatic cancer. New analysis has highlighted multiple drug combinations that could be effective therapies for some types of hard-to-treat cancers. The research, from the Wellcome Sanger Institute and collaborators, tested combinations of cancer drugs […]

These super simple tips will help make walking even better for you. The news is horrifying, coronavirus restrictions have ended, and right now, everything feels overwhelming. If your usual habits are difficult to stick to, don’t beat yourself up. If you are trying to prioritise your mental health while staying informed then movement is key, but you might not have the […]

Studies indicate that immunity conferred by a past Omicron infection is not enough to prevent reinfection or protect against other variants. Real-world data show that a third dose is needed for better protection against severe disease or hospitalization due to Omicron. A fourth dose may not be needed for everyone, but doctors strongly recommend it for at-risk groups. There is […]

A novel twist on the concept of “meeting people where they are” may hold the key to retaining new HIV patients, and may even bring the elusive goal of ending the AIDS epidemic a bit closer. While that concept commonly refers to community outreach and engagement, understanding patient experiences and expectations as well as their individual life stressors in the […]

High cholesterol: Nutritionist reveals top prevention tips We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Characterised by a lack of symptoms, high cholesterol can be difficult to spot. […]

In a recent study posted in the Research Square* preprint server, researchers generated a panel of broad neutralizing antibodies (bnAbs) against SARS-CoV, severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), and its variants of concern (VOCs), including Omicron from sequentially immunized mice. Study: Neutralizing breadth of antibodies targeting diverse conserved epitopes between SARS-CoV and SARS-CoV-2. Image Credit: Christoph Burgstedt/Shutterstock About the […]

This Morning: Dr Chris reveals grapefruit can affect statins We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info Statins are one of the most widely prescribed drugs in the […]

Whether you call it Mardi Gras, Fat Tuesday or Carnival, one thing’s for certain: It’s party time. If you can’t get out to NOLA (as literally no one in Louisiana probably actually calls it), that doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate Mardi Gras at home with some festive foods, good friends and spirited cocktails. But first, you’ll need a traditional Fat […]

As public attention continues to focus on making insulin affordable, a new online guide is available to help clinicians approach discussions with patients about diabetes medication affordability and access. The resource, “Having Healthcare Cost Conversations to Improve Patient Outcomes: A Practical Guide,” was jointly developed by the Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES) and Beyond Type 1, the […]