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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.

Dr Nauf AlBendar, Doctor of Clinical Medicine & Founder of The Womb Effect, introduces spina bifida, the primary cause of foetal loss and substantial disabilities in newborns.

Dr Zisis Kozlakidis explores the value of nutrition in acute childhood leukaemia diagnosis and treatment.

Bacteria are often painted as the enemy of humanity. Before the discovery of antibiotics, a wound getting infected was frequently a death sentence.

UK and Taiwan: Minister for International Trade Nigel Huddleston will co-host 26th annual Taiwan Trade Talks to enhance trade and investment opportunities

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.

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly is embarking on a 3-day visit to Qatar, Kuwait, and Jordan, highlighting the UK and Middle East region's growing partnership.

Research is now showing that cancer risk can be reduced by increasing the amount of fibre in the diet, is this true?

Welcome to our North America Analysis’ Summer edition, where you can find a wealth of insights from subject-matter experts in the region We hear from Nancy La Vigne, PhD, Director of the National Institute of Justice in the United States, who shares perspectives on how the Institute advances justice across...

"In the July issue of Open Access Government, ICLEI Europe has been pleased to contribute with an article focusing on Public procurement as an opportunity to transform the EU's food system.  We are proud to collaborate with this powerful platform to give visibility to the initiatives and best practices of European local and regional governments to inspire a more sustainable and fairer future for all."

The immune system is the body’s natural defence against antigens such as bacteria and viruses, but in some cases, it can malfunction. We explore the prevalence of immune system disorders, the associated unmet medical needs, and therapeutic research.

The UK Government’s ambitions for a net-zero carbon agenda face roadblocks as innovation gaps continue to grow. However the Innovation Centre for Applied Sustainable Technologies (iCAST) might be the answer.

Research finds that plant-based meat consumption is reducing across the UK, despite a greater uptake of other environmentally friendly practices. How do we drive commercial growth again?

Only 53% of UK adults are drinking enough water, according to Water Logic. Yet being just 1% dehydrated has serious implications for our health. Here are 10 reasons to drink more water along with some tips and tricks.

With a particular focus on South Korea, Open Access Government explores the changing perceptions around animal welfare and some of the policies introduced to support this.

As an Officer for Communications & Member Relations at ICLEI Europe, Dorina helps facilitate ICLEI Europe's engagement in promoting sustainable food systems.  With ICLEI Europe being a core team member of Buy Better Food, Dorina co-manages communication and dissemination activities related to the European advocacy campaign on sustainable food...

An experimental Alzheimer's drug called donanemab, developed by Eli Lilly, has demonstrated a slowdown in progression of disease at early stages, according to trial data.

The Governments of Belize and the United Kingdom have officially signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for the Ocean Country Partnership Programme.

Diabetes can pose significant implications for individuals’ mental and physical wellbeing. While new research shows promise in supporting diabetes management and care, many challenges still remain. We discussed these with Beyond Type 1’s content strategist Dr Liz Kopco.

Psychedelic therapies are breathing optimism back into modern psychiatry. Substances like psilocybin mushrooms, MDMA, and ketamine are showing clinical promise in a number of treatment-resistant categories of mental disorders, and we are beginning to see a psychedelic renaissance.