Diseases

UKHSA highlights priority pathogens for public health research and development

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has released a new tool that will help research and development efforts of diagnostics, vaccines, and treatments for pathogens that pose the greatest risk to public health.

The burden of neurological diseases

Neurological diseases are the foremost cause of ill health and disability worldwide. Open Access Government offers an overview of the prevalence of these conditions.

Navigating the impact of COVID-19 on childhood vaccinations

Anne Pham-Huy and Antonella Pucci from Immunize Canada discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on routine vaccinations for children.

Winning the war against sepsis

Michael Wong, JD, Executive Director at the Physician-Patient Alliance for Health & Safety, posits a combination of quantitative and qualitative assessments of the patient as key measures for tackling sepsis.

EU Action to Fight Rare Diseases

There are about 36 million individuals in the EU living with a rare disease. Sandra Gallina, Director General at DG Sante, explains how the European Commission is addressing the needs of this community.

Texas Tech Lab detects first mammal-to-human avian flu transmission

Texas Tech University's Biological Threat Research Laboratory (BTRL) identified the first known case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A (H5N1) being transmitted from a mammal, specifically a dairy cow, to a human.

Liverpool University to lead £1.3m initiative to combat antimicrobial resistance

In an aim towards battling the global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), the University of Liverpool has been granted £1.3 million to lead the UK Government’s Fleming Fund Fellowship Programme.

A blood test breakthrough could help identify hidden tuberculosis cases

Scientists from the University of Southampton are on the verge of unveiling a blood test that could uncover millions of undetected tuberculosis (TB) cases.

How do we tackle sepsis?

How do we tackle sepsis? What role do infection prevention and control play? What are the symptoms? How do we treat sepsis and reduce its risk? Let’s discover more about sepsis here.

Five rare diseases you never knew existed

Learn about these five rare diseases to support governments, scientists and healthcare professionals to find treatments.

AI-based diagnosis system transforms sepsis detection in children

An international research team has successfully employed the power of artificial intelligence to enhance the diagnosis of sepsis in children.

Researchers reveal blood cell traits influence risk of rare blood cancer

Scientists have revealed how common variations in our blood cells can act as unexpected allies to cancer-causing mutations.

Multiple sclerosis – the disease of a thousand faces

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that impacts the central nervous system, affecting everything we do. For many patients, the main question is: how do I confront this life-changing condition?

Cabo Verde achieves malaria-free status

The World Health Organization (WHO) has certified Cabo Verde as a malaria-free country, marking a significant achievement in the global fight against the disease.

Can an immunisation technique speed up vaccine development?

Researchers in Germany have pioneered a system for displaying epitopes in mammal cells, potentially revolutionising immunisation studies.

New therapy able to control severe Asthma

Biologic therapies can effectively control severe asthma without the need for regular high-dose inhaled steroids, a significant revelation that could transform the lives of millions grappling with the condition.

Light therapy’s potential in easing Alzheimer’s symptoms

Light therapy could be a significant breakthrough in reducing symptoms associated with Alzheimer's disease.

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