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Nipah virus: What it is and should we be worried?

Nipah virus (NiV) is a rare but serious infectious disease that has caused periodic outbreaks in parts of Asia.

Can sleep app data help identify respiratory disease trends in England?

Government-backed research is examining whether anonymised sleep app data can help identify earlier trends in respiratory disease in England.

Dementia in Europe to soar 64% by 2050, Alzheimer’s report warns

Alzheimer Europe forecasts dementia in Europe to rise 64% by 2050, highlighting urgent health and policy needs.

UK loses measles-free status: What does this mean for children?

Rising measles cases and low vaccination rates have caused the UK to lose its measles-free status.

Lab-grown mini-stomach organoids could unlock rare disease secrets

UCL scientists grow lab-made mini-stomach organoids that mimic human organs, offering a breakthrough way to study and treat rare diseases.

World-first cardiac gene therapy treats first heart bypass patient

Doctors have delivered gene therapy during heart bypass surgery for the first time, aiming to strengthen blood vessels and prevent future heart failure.

Revoice stroke communication device restores speech for patients

Cambridge researchers developed Revoice, an AI wearable that decodes silent speech, helping stroke patients with dysarthria communicate naturally.

Breakthrough cartilage regeneration therapy could prevent osteoarthritis

Stanford researchers develop a therapy that regenerates cartilage and blocks osteoarthritis in ageing joints, showing promise for future treatments that restore joint health.

UCL researchers test finger-prick blood test to diagnose Alzheimer’s

UCL and partners are testing a simple finger-prick blood test to detect Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms.

Dementia prevention through our life course

Natalie Mackenzie discusses the importance of proactive measures for brain health, emphasising the critical foundations of cognitive health and the changes leading to dementia,...

Addressing a hidden crisis: The global neglect of bone health

Professor Nicholas Harvey, President of the International Osteoporosis Foundation, posits the urgent need to address the burden of bone health and the associated chronic conditions, which are putting immense strain on public health and health services.

Higher blood sugar spikes linked to increased Alzheimer’s risk, Liverpool study finds

A University of Liverpool study finds people with higher post‑meal blood sugar have a significantly greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

New European initiative aims to speed up Alzheimer’s diagnosis and treatment

A new European initiative, in partnership with King’s College London, aims to accelerate earlier diagnosis and improve access to treatment for people living with Alzheimer’s disease.

World-first UCL project shows promise for treating low eye pressure

UCL-led researchers launch a world-first project targeting low eye pressure, offering new hope for patients at risk of vision loss and glaucoma-related damage.

Nearly 90% of Alzheimer’s cases linked to a single gene

Large-scale UK Biobank research suggests that variations in the APOE gene, linked to up to 90% of Alzheimer’s cases.

BHF renews £10m investment in pioneering cardiovascular data science centre

The British Heart Foundation has renewed £10m in funding for the Data Science Centre to advance cardiovascular research.

New study aims for drug-free remission in arthritis patients

UK & Italian researchers launch ARCADIA consortium with £3m funding to define true remission and help children and adults with inflammatory arthritis live drug‑free.

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