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Gastric bypass proven to be most effective for severely obese patients

A new NIHR-supported study has found that gastric bypass surgery is the most effective and cost-efficient option for treating severe obesity.

The importance of foot care for people with diabetes

Regular foot check-ups are critical for mitigating foot problems in people with diabetes; Lorna Rothery spoke to the podiatry team at Mid Yorkshire Teaching Hospital about the risk factors for and prevention of diabetic foot problems.

Donanemab: NHS rejects second promising drug for Alzheimer’s

A second groundbreaking drug for Alzheimer's disease has been rejected for widespread use by the NHS in England; according to the drugs spending watchdog, the drug known as Donanemab does not offer sufficient value for money.

Switching to faricimab for patients with diabetic macular oedema

A recent study, published in the journal Nature looked into the six-month impact of switching neovascular age-related macular degeneration and diabetic macular oedema patients to faricimab instead of anti-VEGF therapy.

Transforming dementia care and diagnosis

Dhivya Venkat, CEO & Co-Founder of Esya Inc., discusses the urgent need for integrating innovative diagnostics and therapies into the NHS in order to improve dementia care and diagnosis.

Caffeine could boost heart health for patients with rheumatic diseases like lupus

Consuming caffeine may have a positive impact on heart health, particularly for patients with inflammatory rheumatic diseases like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.

Miniature scanner promises game-changing medical imaging

Researchers at University College London (UCL) have developed a miniature scanner that could transform the way doctors diagnose and manage diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and arthritis.

Tackling the challenges of diagnosing and treating sepsis

Lorna Rothery interviewed Dr Lauren Sorce, PhD, RN, CPNP-AC/PC, FCCM, President of the Society of Critical Care Medicine and Co-chair of the Surviving Sepsis Campaign, to discuss the challenges of diagnosing and treating sepsis.

ToxGenSolutions zeroes in on microRNA for the early detection of alzheimer’s

The Dutch company has created a device for the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease, and it is on its way to developing preventative drugs.

Improving the lives of people with dementia

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), dementia is the third leading cause of mortality in Europe and the seventh globally, with a societal cost in Europe estimated to be €392bn in 2019. By 2025, 9.1 million people will be living with dementia in the European Union, rising to 14.3 million in 2050. We discuss dementia care provision with Alzheimer Europe.

Maximising economic and societal benefits of early detection of dementia

Cambridge Vision Technology utilises AI-based technology to detect Alzheimer’s disease early on by using ocular biomarkers. They emphasise the importance of early detection of dementia to improve clinical outcomes for disease therapies and to maximise the economic and societal impact of this innovative new technology.

Coffee and caffeine intake linked to lower risk of cardiometabolic disease

New research suggests that regular coffee and moderate amounts of caffeine may be protective against developing multiple cardiometabolic diseases.

Nighttime outdoor light linked to increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease

A study conducted at Rush University System for Health has identified a link between nighttime outdoor light and Alzheimer's disease.

Gene therapy can restore vision in patients with rare inherited condition

Researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania have reported improvements in vision among patients with a rare inherited condition, following gene therapy.

New ESC guidelines highlight advances in chronic coronary syndrome management

The latest European Society of Cardiology (ESC) guidelines on chronic coronary syndromes (CCS) mark a significant shift in how cardiologists approach and treat heart conditions.

Why more attention is needed on adult-onset type 1 diabetes

Dr Rayaz A Malik, Professor of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, discusses the challenges and impact of misdiagnosis and late diagnosis in type 1 diabetes.

Clinical biomarker tools and technologies for dementia care

Quantified Imaging, originating from the University of Nottingham, specialises in advanced MRI techniques to improve dementia care, diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment.

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