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Towards better health for Indigenous Peoples

Indigenous Peoples encounter numerous challenges in exercising their right to health. Lorna Rothery discussed the importance of collaborative and culturally sensitive approaches with Dr Sandra Del Pino, Advisor on Cultural Diversity at PAHO.

Healing benefits of honey offers alternative to antimicrobial drugs

According to researchers, the healing benefits of honey are so promising that the sweet substance may replace antimicrobial drugs.

Digital reader improves the accuracy of reporting positive lateral flow tests

Rob Banathy, Senior Product Manager at NHS Digital, explains how his team developed a lateral flow device digital reader service that can detect nearly twice the number of positive COVID-19 cases during early infection compared to the human eye.

AI-Powered e-Stroke Software in Andalucía

Brainomix’s AI e-Stroke software goes live across Andalucía, supporting the regional stroke network initiative.

School children favour vaping over smoking or taking drugs

Fewer school children are smoking or doing drugs, but vaping use among 11 to 15-year-olds is increasing, a study from NHS Digital finds.

The Immune system in Human Biology

Experts from Oxford Immune Algorithmics highlight how the Immune system has come under the spotlight in Human Biology, particularly as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Only immediate action will get us to net zero healthcare by 2050

In a significant step forward for net zero healthcare, countries responsible for over a third of global healthcare emissions have pledged to develop climate-resilient and low-carbon health systems.

These four tools could enable the future of AI in healthcare

Craig Rhodes, EMEA Industry Lead, AI for Healthcare and Life Sciences, NVIDIA, argues that just four tools could enable the future of AI in healthcare.

What behavioural economics has to offer to the NHS

At the centre of behavioural economics is an understanding that people do not always make rational decisions - here's how it could help the NHS.

What’s the connection between menopause and weight gain?

The relation between menopause, BMI, hormones and weight gain is a complex one that many going through menopause don't really understand here menopause expert Dr Deborah Lee explains.

Revolutionary AI model for cancer diagnosis

Researchers discover AI model for cancer diagnosis that is expected to revolutionise detection.

Poorer people are burdened with reducing healthcare carbon emissions

Healthcare carbon emissions are to receive an 80% reduction in the NHS, but this could continue exacerbating existing health equalities.

Vitamin D deficiency linked to chronic inflammation

Vitamin D deficiency is linked to chronic inflammation, which can contribute to a wide range of complex diseases including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and autoimmune diseases.

Study reveals new COVID treatments, therapies and drug combinations

Researchers have found new COVID treatments and therapies that could better protect against future variants and outbreaks.

Nature essential for human wellbeing

Studies demonstrate the importance of nature for human wellbeing by linking the nonmaterial contributions of ecosystems to people's overall health.

How has technology become a solution to global issues?

Digitised Smart Nation drives will continue to push people's limits and potential for the future, and smart living will impact people's health, mental health, and well-being.

CBD effective for chronic and severe anxiety

Cannabidiol, more commonly known as CBD, may halve the severity of symptoms and impairment caused by chronic anxiety.

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