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Austerity linked to nearly half-year drop in life expectancy in the UK

The government's austerity spending cuts cost the average person in the UK nearly half a year in life expectancy between 2010 and 2019, according to a new working paper published today (Wednesday, 19 June) by the London School of Economics and Political Science's (LSE) International Inequalities Institute and written by researchers at LSE and King's College London.

19 Jun 2024

Unlocking the role of B cells in neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder treatment

Autoimmune diseases cannot currently be cured, only treated, and this is also true for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder, which affects the central nervous system.

19 Jun 2024

Future Labs Live Basel 2024: Digital, Automated, Connected

Future Labs Live is the leading global event for innovation and technology, serving as a dynamic platform for industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts to engage in discussions, share insights, and foster collaborations that will drive technological advancements.

From Future Labs Live Basel 2024 19 Jun 2024

Urban development impacts health of aging populations

The influence of their distinct urban growth trajectories across time on the health of their aging residents.

19 Jun 2024

Personalized brain circuit scores define six depression and anxiety biotypes

Researchers used functional magnetic resonance imaging data on brain circuit function to derive interpretable, personalized brain circuit dysfunction scores for patients with anxiety and depression.

19 Jun 2024

Causal variant-targeted ribonucleic acid treatment for congenital melanocytic nevi

A genetic treatment targeting the causal NRAS c.181C>A mutation in congenital melanocytic naevus.

19 Jun 2024

1 in 4 parents say their young child can’t go to sleep because of being worried or anxious, report reveals

The findings indicate that while the majority of parents have bedtime routines in place for their children, many children experience anxiety or disturbances at bedtime and that one in five children is given melatonin to help them sleep.

19 Jun 2024

Researchers find a correlation between loneliness and several mental health problems

Lonely people are more likely to take medication for depression, psychosis and other mental health disorders.

19 Jun 2024

TOMI Environmental Solutions supports partners and customers to combat global avian influenza (H5N1) bird flu outbreak

TOMI Environmental Solutions, Inc.® (“TOMI”), a global company specializing in disinfection and decontamination utilizing its premier Binary Ionization Technology (BIT) platform through its SteraMist brand of products, today announced that the Company is working closely with customers and partners to support efforts to combat a current outbreak of avian influenza (H5N1) that is causing widespread disruption globally.

19 Jun 2024

Early management of gestational diabetes can prevent maternal and child health complications

Speaking at the American Diabetes Association 84th Scientific Sessions, authors of a new Lancet Series challenge current approaches to managing gestational diabetes (a type of diabetes that can be diagnosed during pregnancy) and call for initiating treatment much earlier to prevent complications during pregnancy and beyond.

19 Jun 2024

Super Surgeons: A Chance at Life returns with new season on Channel 4

Series two of Wonderhood’s Super Surgeons: A Chance at Life will air on 18 June, giving viewers exclusive behind-the-scenes access to The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, a world-leading comprehensive cancer center.

19 Jun 2024

New Swiss research institute to pioneer immune engineering and global child health

“Swiss research institute established to focus on immune engineering and advancing global child and adolescent health.”

19 Jun 2024

New research uncovers how some individuals avoid COVID-19 infection

Scientists have discovered novel immune responses that help explain how some individuals avoid getting COVID-19.

19 Jun 2024

Nuts can be part of a healthy weight loss plan, study shows

Whether they’re sprinkled on your morning cereal or kept for an afternoon snack, a handful of nuts could be the next best thing when it comes to weight loss.

19 Jun 2024

Computational model offers insight into the risks of space flight for people with heart failure

Space exploration has always captivated our imagination, offering the promise of discovering new worlds and pushing the boundaries of human capability.

19 Jun 2024

Novel AI tool poised to reshape virtual screening in early stage drug discovery

Australian researchers, led by Monash University, have invented a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool which is poised to reshape virtual screening in early stage drug discovery and enhance scientists’ ability to identify potential new medicines.

19 Jun 2024

Targeting DUSP6 protein to prevent breast cancer recurrence

Treatment outcomes for breast cancer have become better over the years, but proportion of breast cancers still recur even after long periods without signs of cancer remaining dormant in the body.

19 Jun 2024

Study shows effectiveness of treating pancreatic cancer patients with chemotherapy before surgery

A new study published today in JAMA Network Open by an international cohort of researchers provides the latest data on the effectiveness of treating pancreatic cancer patients with chemotherapy (with or without radiation therapy) before surgery to remove a tumor.

19 Jun 2024

Mental well-being crucial for healthy aging, new study reveals

A study in Nature Human Behavior found that mental well-being has a causal effect on healthy aging, independent of socioeconomic status, with better mental health linked to improved aging outcomes.

18 Jun 2024

Study shows vaccines cut long COVID risk, especially for those with preexisting conditions

A study in JAMA Network Open found that women and individuals with preexisting cardiovascular conditions are more likely to suffer from long COVID, but vaccinations, especially multiple doses, significantly reduce this risk.

18 Jun 2024

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Austerity linked to nearly half-year drop in life expectancy in the UK

Unlocking the role of B cells in neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder treatment

Future Labs Live Basel 2024: Digital, Automated, Connected

Urban development impacts health of aging populations

Personalized brain circuit scores define six depression and anxiety biotypes

Causal variant-targeted ribonucleic acid treatment for congenital melanocytic nevi

1 in 4 parents say their young child can’t go to sleep because of being worried or anxious, report reveals

Researchers find a correlation between loneliness and several mental health problems

TOMI Environmental Solutions supports partners and customers to combat global avian influenza (H5N1) bird flu outbreak

Early management of gestational diabetes can prevent maternal and child health complications

Super Surgeons: A Chance at Life returns with new season on Channel 4

New Swiss research institute to pioneer immune engineering and global child health

New research uncovers how some individuals avoid COVID-19 infection

Nuts can be part of a healthy weight loss plan, study shows

Computational model offers insight into the risks of space flight for people with heart failure

Novel AI tool poised to reshape virtual screening in early stage drug discovery

Targeting DUSP6 protein to prevent breast cancer recurrence

Study shows effectiveness of treating pancreatic cancer patients with chemotherapy before surgery

Mental well-being crucial for healthy aging, new study reveals

Study shows vaccines cut long COVID risk, especially for those with preexisting conditions

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