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Afon Technology – Six years of innovation in continuous non-invasive blood glucose monitoring

Afon Technology, founded by Dr Sabih Chaudhry in 2019, has been a leader in diabetes innovation with its Glucowear™ device, the world’s first non-invasive glucose sensor that continuously monitors blood sugar levels in real-time.

Reforming and supporting Adult Social Care for the future

The UK government is investing £2.1 billion in digital solutions to modernise adult social care services and improve the user experience.

Father’s parental leave: A shield against alcohol-related health risks

Men who have taken parental leave experience a significantly decreased likelihood of being hospitalised as a result of alcohol consumption.

Long colds: Effects of non-COVID respiratory infection

Study by Queen Mary University reveals that people may suffer from 'long colds,' following non-COVID respiratory infections.

Net zero healthcare: What do patients want?

Dr Nazneen Rahman, Founder and CEO of YewMaker and Sustainable Medicines Partnership (SMP) Director, shares insights from a patient survey on reducing the carbon footprint of medicines.

Baywater Healthcare: Setting up a virtual ward

In an era marked by technological leaps and a shift towards patient-centred care, a virtual ward has emerged as a pioneering solution that bridges the gap between traditional hospital setups and the convenience of remote healthcare.

Food insecurity amplifies severe hypoglycaemia risk in diabetic adults

A study for the Study of Diabetes reveals that adults with diabetes facing food insecurity are more to experience severe hypoglycaemia.

Walking for health: Impact of living in walkable neighborhoods

Living in walkable neighbourhoods can significantly lower the risk of obesity-related cancers in women, says a new study from Columbia University.

Research connects job loss to increased risk of miscarriage and stillbirth

A study published in Human Reproduction reveals a concerning association between job loss and a heightened risk of miscarriage and stillbirth.

Agency staff expenditure within the NHS and beyond

Growing pressure on the NHS is leading to increased reliability on agency staff for support, but this is bringing its own challenges.

UKHSA strikes new UK-based vaccine deal

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has secured a groundbreaking UK-based vaccine deal, strengthening the nation's readiness for potential influenzas pandemics.

NHS England patients face up to 2.5-Year wait for MRI scans

Data reveals shockingly long waiting periods for diagnostic procedures, including ultrasounds, MRI scans and CT scans. But why is the wait for MRI scans and other tests increasing?

Devastating impact of hypertension and its potential solutions

The World Health Organisation has released a report highlighting the alarming global impact of hypertension. What can clinicians and researchers do to control it?

E-cigarettes link to smoking: A complex relationship

In a investigation led by Queen Mary University of London and generously funded by the National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR), the relationship between E-cigarettes link to smoking is under scrutiny.

Preventing cardiovascular disease: Salt reduction’s miraculous role

As party conferences kick off, the forthcoming 2024 General Election highlights the vital mission of preventing cardiovascular disease.

The collapsing healthcare system in Sudan threatens children’s lives

Children are dying due to the failing healthcare system in Sudan, according to the World Health Organisation. What needs to change?

New study reveals chemical exposures linked to women’s Cancer risk

A recent study unveils alarming findings about women's cancer risk, indicating significant connections between the disease and exposure to certain endocrine-disrupting chemicals.

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