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Damp and mould: Sharing causation knowledge

David Bly, managing director of Cornerstone Management Services, a company providing independent expert property health surveys, believes more can be done to fight year-on-year damp, condensation and mould issues in buildings

Higher risk of heart defects in babies conceived through assisted reproduction

In a study published in the European Heart Journal, researchers reveal that babies conceived through assisted reproductive technology, such as in vitro fertilisation (IVF), face a significantly higher risk of being born with congenital heart defects.

Black hole jet sparks stellar explosions in nearby galaxy

Astronomers using NASA's Hubble Space Telescope have uncovered a connection between the powerful jet emitted from a supermassive black hole and the eruption of stars, known as novae, in a massive galaxy .

Potential PTSD treatment for veterans

There could be potential for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in military veterans.

The rising demand for primates as pets

In our increasingly fragile world, protecting wild populations and their habitats is a significant challenge. Open Access Government examines the impact of the pet primate trade on animal welfare and the security of their natural environments.

Insights from Earth’s last ice age could shape future climate predictions

A study led by the University of Arizona has revealed connections between Earth's last ice age and future climate patterns, particularly concerning the El Niño phenomenon.

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.

Everything you need to know about dealing with a concussion

Recently awareness surrounding head injuries and concussions has grown significantly. This has raised concerns and questions about individuals and families.

Welfare-washing? RSPCA assured scheme under scrutiny

More than 200 farms across the UK have come under inspection following allegations that the RSPC Assured scheme, one of the country’s largest food certification programs, is failing to uphold legal welfare standards.

Why are hobbies so important, and why are women being left out of them?

Here, we explore why women don’t appear to have the time for hobbies in our modern society, why women’s hobbies are seen as less worthwhile than men's, and what the physical and mental benefits of engaging in hobbies are.

Cyber attack disrupts Wi-Fi services at major UK railway stations

A major cyber attack has disrupted public Wi-Fi services at 19 key railway stations across the UK, affecting passengers and causing significant inconvenience.

Patients take wearables to heart at NHS trust’s pioneering virtual ward

Natalie Duffield of Inhealthcare discusses the advantages of the company’s virtual wards and advanced remote monitoring technologies in enhancing patient care.

Welsh and UK governments collaborate to tackle NHS waiting lists

To help decrease the burden of NHS waiting lists in both England and Wales, the Welsh and UK governments have announced a new collaborative effort.

Iron-rich extinct volcanoes could hold key to future rare earth element supply

In a groundbreaking study by The Australian National University (ANU) and the University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, researchers have uncovered a potential goldmine hidden within ancient volcanoes.

Text, email or letter? Adopting multi-channel communications

Text, email or letter? Jonty Fletcher, Marketing Manager at Synertec Ltd, focuses on the benefits and challenges of adopting multi-channel communications.

Medicare considers coverage expansion for weight-loss medication

Aiming to tackle the high risk of heart problems among older Americans with obesity, Medicare is contemplating an expansion of coverage for a weight-loss medication known as semaglutide.

NHS faces hurdles in embracing AI due to outdated IT systems

The National Health Service (NHS) is encountering significant obstacles in adopting cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) due to its outdated and inefficient IT infrastructure, according to leading experts.

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