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Can listening to classical music reduce babies’ pain levels?
A new study suggests that playing Mozart's lullaby may reduce pain levels in newborn babies undergoing heel prick blood tests.
Sedentary childhood tied to heart damage in young adulthood
New findings from ESC Congress 2023 reveal that inactivity during childhood can lead to Heart damage in young adulthood.
Patients that recognise heart attack symptoms are less likely to die in hospital
Research presented by ESC Congress 2023 has revealed that understanding and acting on heart attack symptoms is linked to faster lifesaving treatment
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Shocking study reveals COVID-19 linked to elevated blood pressure
A study in Hypertension highlights an association between COVID-19 and persistent high blood pressure, among specific demographics and people with preexisting health conditions.
£210 million allocated by UK government to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
In a groundbreaking move, the UK government has committed up to £210 million from its aid budget to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
£250 million boosts NHS capacity with 900 new beds
In line with the Urgent and Emergency Care Recovery Plan, £250 million is designated to bolster NHS capacity, easing hospital strain and tackling waiting lists, a government priority.
Personalised approach to fat burning: Going beyond exercise machines
The effectiveness of fat burning during exercise varies significantly among individuals, challenging the validity of commercial exercise machines.
No correlation between COVID-19 vaccine and athletic performance
Amsterdam UMC sports cardiologists dispel concerns linking the COVID-19 vaccine and athlete cardiac issues.
New inserts in cigarette packs to help smokers quit
Government launches consultation on the inclusion of new inserts in cigarette packs to facilitate quitting.
How COVID-19 triggers Mitochondrial Dysfunction across organs
COVID-19's hidden impact: Unmasking Mitochondrial Dysfunction across organ systems Since COVID-19, researchers have been perplexed by this.
Remote monitoring technology for the NHS in the UK
Bryn Sage, CEO of Inhealthcare, provides a detailed and optimistic view of remote monitoring technology for the future of our health service.
How Japan prioritises preventative care
We discuss healthcare in Japan, from its early adoption of universal healthcare to its vision for a health system that is fit for the future.
Enhancing patients and caregivers lives through digital health platforms
Digital health platforms offer vast potential for enhancing the lives of PD patients and caregivers. A study in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior emphasises their role in improving healthcare services.
Investing in health will lead to a better and wealthier future
Dr Josep Figueras, Dr Matthias Wismar from European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies, with Dr Natasha Azzopardi Muscat from WHO/Europe, argue that investing in health will lead to a better and wealthier future.
Chinese tropical plant shows antiobesity potential
A research team led by Professor Akiko Kojima from Osaka Metropolitan University uncovers the antiobesity potential of the tropical plant Mallotus furetianus.
Machine learning identifies physical signs of stroke
Researchers presented a groundbreaking app at the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery's 20th Annual Meeting, using machine learning to detect physical signs of stroke.
What does obesity have to do with the rise in malnutrition in the UK
We tend to associate malnutrition with being underweight due to hunger and starvation. In fact, although this is indeed the case, obesity is also a major cause of malnutrition in the UK.
Opportunities and challenges in blood collection and transfusion medicine
Kate Fry, CEO of America’s Blood Centers, discusses the essential role of blood products and transfusion medicine in the U.S. and the efforts to ensure blood’s safety and availability.
Can poor oral hygiene lead to dementia?
Dr Deborah Lee from Dr Fox Pharmacy shares evidence on the link between poor mouth care and dementia risk, and the steps needed to promote better oral hygiene.
Does a high-fibre diet reduce the risk of cancer?
Research is now showing that cancer risk can be reduced by increasing the amount of fibre in the diet, is this true?
