Dietary supplement could protect against Cryptosporidium infection
Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute have discovered that a common dietary supplement could protect against chronic Cryptosporidium infections which are particularly prevalent in children under two and in areas with poorer sanitation. Cryptosporidium is a parasite that infects and…
Read MoreProstate cancer hope as scientists make new therapy discovery
Hope for men battling hard-to-treat prostate cancer as scientists discover how some tumours become resistant to therapy Hormone therapy plays a crucial role in halting the growth of cancerous cells But some tumours become resistant to therapy meaning the cancer…
Read MoreLipid-lowering drugs save lives, but use decreasing
Lipid-lowering drugs for primary prevention are associated with a significant survival benefit, but use has decreased over time, according to a study published online Nov. 16 in Circulation. Jeremy Miles, M.D., from the Montefiore Healthcare Network/Albert Einstein College of Medicine…
Read MoreWhite lung pneumonia spreads after similar outbreak seen in China
Warren County sees outbreak of pneumonia among children Health bosses worldwide have raised concerns after cases of pneumonia in children have skyrocketed. Physicians in parts of the US have noted an uptick in paediatric pneumonia cases – some of which…
Read MoreGut microbe Lactobacillus found to bolster stress resilience, new study reveals
While there are trillions of microbes in the gut microbiota, they are easily affected when exposed to various environmental influences. These are reflected in the behavior of one microbe, Lactobacillus (LB), in response to mood pathology and stressors. A new…
Read MoreWhy you should NOT drink alcohol before going bed
Why you should NOT drink alcohol before going bed – experts reveal how a strong drink disrupts your sleeping patterns Alcohol disrupts an important sleep stage making you feel sluggish and tired Drinking before bed regularly can also cause sleep problems…
Read MoreAre patients being fobbed off with physiotherapy that doesn't work?
Are thousands of patients being fobbed off with physiotherapy that doesn’t work – just to save the NHS some cash? Many patients claim they are referred to physio without ever seeing a doctor When Jeannette Meyers developed shooting pains in her…
Read MoreThe 20 ‘most painful’ health conditions, according to the NHS
Pain is subjective, meaning it will be experienced in different ways by different people. What might seem extremely painful to one person might not be so bad for others. It is also difficult to understand someone else’s level of pain…
Read MoreNuance unveils advanced PowerScribe AI features at RSNA
At the annual Radiological Society of North America meeting, Nuance showcased future workflow-integrated generative artificial intelligence capabilities for its voice-enabled reporting platform, PowerScribe, that have the potential to further automate complex workflows and mundane tasks, surface key details from text…
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