A recent systematic review led by researchers from Santa Catarina State University (UDESC) in Brazil has revealed the connection between physical activity (PA) and sleep quality in older adults who experienced social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pandemic preparedness has become a global priority since COVID-19 and new diseases continue to emerge and old ones resurge; this continues to be a threat to public health and economic stability.
In the possible event of a pandemic, the UK has secured 5 million doses of an H5 influenza vaccine to stay one step ahead of the avian influenza virus.
Despite the significant disease burden, Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), previously known as chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), lacks effective diagnostics and therapeutics. Emily Taylor, President and CEO of Solve M.E., explains why dedicated research for Infection-Associated Chronic Conditions and Illnesses (IACCIs) such as ME/CFS is vitally needed.
Pandemic preparedness: A new report has sounded the alarm on the urgent need to address global disparities and foster interdisciplinary cooperation to effectively prepare for and respond to future pandemics.
The COVID-19 pandemic not only posed a public health crisis but also created cyber scam opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit the vulnerable in the rapidly changing digital environment.
In this exclusive, Ruth Richardson, Executive Director of the Accelerator for Systemic Risk Assessment (ASRA), calls on policymakers worldwide to transform risk management.
Researchers from the Wellcome Sanger Institute, University College London (UCL), and Imperial College London have revealed insights into why some people remain unscathed despite exposure to SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19.
European Trade Union Institute’s General Secretary, Esther Lynch, with Research Director, Bart Vanhercke, provide a detailed look at the ongoing quest for Social Europe.
The UK National Audit Office is renewing its focus on helping the government deliver value for money by preventing fraud and error – potentially saving billions for the UK taxpayer.
Dental Surgeon Dr Shiraz Khan unpacks the challenges impacting dental care in the UK and the measures needed to mitigate poor oral health inequalities.
Long COVID can be debilitating, and thus, further research and support for those living with the condition are urgently needed. Yanto Evans and Michael Natt from Long Covid Support discuss the unmet medical needs and strategies to improve understanding and care for Long COVID patients.
February 29th is dedicated to raising awareness about rare diseases and looking into the opportunities technology could bring for potential treatments.