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Revolutionising disease detection: The emergence of non-invasive VOC breathomics
Breathomics marks a revolutionary approach to disease detection by analyzing the chemical composition of exhaled breath.
Opinion: Do universities help or hurt innovation?
Do Universities help or hurt innovation? Find out in this 25-year academic entrepreneur’s anecdotal perspective of starting companies and developing implants. Thomas J. Webster shares his opinion here.
First human case similar to swine flu detected in the UK
Health officials are urgently working to trace contacts of an individual who has been infected with the H1N2 strain.
EU Policy recommendations: Prioritising care for high-risk COVID-19 patients
From the 11th of March 2020 to the 5th of May 2023, the world experienced a global health emergency. In response, Policy Recommendations will be presented at the EU Parliament in an effort to prioritise care for high-risk COVID-19 patients in the EU.
Wastewater surveillance for infectious disease preparedness
The University of Oklahoma Wastewater Based Epidemiology (OU WBE) team highlights successes from their three years of wastewater surveillance in Oklahoma & how this surveillance approach can be used as next-level monitoring for infectious disease preparedness.
Leveraging genomic data for effective pandemic preparedness and response
Decoding pathogens’ genetic material is fast becoming an invaluable tool to support pandemic preparedness and responses to global public health threats, Anona Bamford tells us more
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.
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.
New bird flu outbreak is devastating UK seabird colonies
The UK's wild bird population faces a significant threat as the bird flu outbreak leads to worries about breeding populations and the discovery of numerous deceased birds on coastal shores.
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.
A new era of pathogen surveillance using genomic sequencing
We spoke to Dr Joanne Hackett, Former Chief Commercial Officer of Genomics England and Regional Board Member of Movement Health 2030, about how genomic sequencing supports preparedness and response to public health threats
Genomic sequencing is a method scientists use to decipher the genetic material found in organisms or viruses....
UK and Taiwan sign MOU to strengthen health cooperation
The UK and Taiwan have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance their collaboration on various health-related issues.
Applying data science advances in disease surveillance and control
Dr. David S. Ebert from the University of Oklahoma’s Data Institute for Societal Challenges and Dr. Aaron Wendelboe from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center outline how a cohesive, multidisciplinary, and multi-tiered approach can support a more predictive model in disease surveillance and control.
Is welfare spending distinct from health spending?
Paul Christie, Co-Founder and CEO of Tachmed, examines the benefits of a more joined-up approach in health and welfare spending to combat threats to global health.
The potential of microparticles for active surveillance of infectious diseases
Emmanuel Kifaro from the SACIDS Foundation for One Health, and College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania, details the potential application of microparticles for active surveillance of viral infections from non-invasive animal matrices.
Tracking animal migration with stable isotopes
Keith A. Hobson from Western University and Environment and Climate Change Canada, walks us through tracking animal migration with stable isotopes, starting with some background information.
The importance of a good night’s sleep for your response to vaccination
The benefits of a good night's sleep on mental health is well-known, but now researchers have discovered it has an impact on response to vaccination too.
Long Covid lessons: beyond winter and the COVID pandemic
Paying attention to Long Covid lessons is key: Long Covid has already provided lessons for other long-term conditions and planning for future pandemics far beyond COVID-19.
Safeguarding against climate change impacts
Urban areas are prone to climate change impacts. Simultaneously, the world’s population increasingly resides in cities. What needs to be done to protect them?
UVGI Solutions for effective infection control
Ultra Violet Germicidal Irradiation (UVGI) refers to the use of UV radiation for the effective control of infections.
