July 2020
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New way to reduce heart transplant rejection
A new technique that removes immune cells from donor hearts can reduce the risk of acute rejection following transplant surgery. Read more
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England’s sustained excess deaths worst in Europe
England has been Europe’s worst affected region during the pandemic, according to an analysis published yesterday. Read more
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Call to limit vaping ads to safeguard teenagers
Steps must be taken to stem the growth in e-cigarette use among teenagers, European experts say today. Read more
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CBD ‘safe to treat cannabis use disorder’
Prescription medication of cannabidiol can be used safely to treat cannabis use disorder and could help people to cut down on use of the drug, a new UK study claims. Read more
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Medieval remedy for bacterial infection
A medical remedy from the Middle Ages, based on onion, garlic and wine, may be effective against a range of harmful bacteria, British researchers have reported. Read more
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Lithium in water may prevent suicide
High lithium levels in drinking water may be associated with a protective effect against suicide, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Cat contracts COVID-19
The first case of a cat infected with COVID-19 has been found in the UK, it has been announced – although there is no evidence of transmission between animals. Read more
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Daily internet users ‘have better mental health’
Adults over 50 who use the internet more frequently are more likely to experience positive mental health and wellbeing, a new UK study reveals today. Read more
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Plan to eliminate infant HepB infection
A new drive is launched today to end infection of infants with hepatitis B after the success of a 20-year project to cut rates. Read more
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Mask-wearing enforced as local lockdowns spread
Tough rules on face-mask wearing come into force today in England – with final details only released yesterday morning. Read more