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Increased use of mental health drugs in patients with heart disease
According to a new study, nearly one in five patients with heart disease use mental health drugs, leading to almost a doubled risk of premature deaths with the condition.
COVID vaccine can cause temporary change to menstruation cycle
Scientists analysed 23,754 menstrual cycles to find that menstruation can be temporarily, harmlessly changed - by taking two mRNA vaccines during the same cycle.
The secret link between deforestation and flooding in West Africa
The frequency of thunderstorms has doubled in the last 30 years, in some fast-growing West African coastal cities.
Smoking can cause social isolation and loneliness
A study suggests that smokers are more likely to become socially isolated and lonely as they age, compared to non-smokers.
Giant fossilised ‘Sea Dragon’ found in UK reservoir
Rutland reservoir reveals 2 tonne and 180 million year old Ichthyosaur Sea Dragon, approximately 10 metres long.
Researchers use technology to calculate movement of large land animals
Tracking the movements of large wild animals, researchers developed the software ‘enerscape’, protecting species and helping humans avoid animal contact.
Toby Griffiths – NHS Digital’s Data Security Centre
Toby Griffiths is Head of Innovation and Delivery for NHS Digital’s Data Security Centre.
With 10 years experience in health-focused IT, Toby is currently leading on delivery of user-led cyber security services for health and care from the NHS Digital Data Security Centre.
Protecting ageing synapses through exercise
Keeping the ageing population as active as possible, enhances the connections between neurons to maintain healthy cognition.
Consistent fantasy football players at risk of poor mental health
According to a new study, a quarter of Fantasy Football players have admitted that the game negatively impacts their mental health.
‘Dark genome’ research suggests better treatment for mental disorders
Researching DNA outside of our genes, analysing the ‘dark genome’, scientists have found evolved proteins which can distinguish between schizophrenia and bipolar disorders, improving diagnosis and treatment.
Researchers develop stable sodium battery technology
Funded by the U.S National Science Foundation scientists have developed a more environmentally and socially conscious substance for batteries.
‘Levelling-up’: The emerging role of education technology
Al Kingsley, CEO at NetSupport, discusses the potential role of education technology in "levelling up" - especially for vulnerable communities.
New blood test identifies metastatic status of cancer
A new minimally invasive and inexpensive blood test can detect a range of cancers in patients with non-specific symptoms, and can indicate whether the cancer has spread.
Frédéric Destrebecq – European Brain Council
Frédéric Destrebecq is the Executive Director of the European Brain Council since October 2014.
How do we define green infrastructure?
An exploration of ‘green infrastructure’ plans across 20 US cities found several inconsistent and limited definitions - so researchers created a new one.
Why do businesses still not use reusable packaging?
Researchers suggest a digital track and trace system to encourage businesses to adopt reusable packaging and reduce waste, suggesting reasons why they may not have adopted them already.
The journey to making AI-generated voices more expressive
Ai-generated voices have become an integral part of society and research into making these voices more personal and expressive is moving fast.
Study shows fourth booster dose increases antibodies fivefold
In Israel, healthcare professionals and those over 60 are now being encouraged to take the fourth booster dose - which appears to significantly increase waning third dose antibodies.
Stephen Carroll – Marlborough Consulting
Stephen is a Partner at Marlborough Consulting.
Marlborough is an independent ‘strategy to action’ trusted advisor and delivery partner.
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70% of physicians unaware of how to treat someone with a disability
Researchers from Mass General have found that physicians are lacking basic understanding on how to care and treat people with disabilities.