April 2023
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Vaccines prevented a million COVID deaths
In just over two years COVID vaccination has saved more than a million lives in Europe, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Dementia risk for those with hearing loss
People with hearing loss who do not use hearing aids may have a higher risk of dementia than either those who do use them or individuals who do not have hearing loss, researchers report today. Read more
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Bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccine ‘effective’
The bivalent mRNA COVID-19 vaccine is effective in reducing the risk of hospitalisation or death among older people, according to one of the first studies to assess the vaccine. Read more
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Gene responsible for cachexia in cancer patients
A gene could be behind why some late stage cancer patients experience sudden loss of weight, appetite, and muscle, researchers have announced. Read more
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New test for Parkinson’s
Scientists have identified a new method of testing allowing Parkinson’s disease to be defined earlier and more accurately, it was announced today. Read more
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Long COVID needs single definition, experts say
Long COVID needs a standardised definition to improve diagnosis, treatment and research, experts say. Read more
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Botox molecule could halt chronic nerve pain
A Botox-based treatment may have the potential to safely reduce chronic pain over the long term. Read more
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NHS backs olaparib for breast and prostate cancer
A decision today to allow olaparib for NHS patients with both early-stage breast cancer and prostate cancer has been hailed a “life-changing” decision by leading specialists. Read more
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COVID-19 infection ‘increases dementia progression’
Individuals with dementia experience rapidly progressive symptoms after they have had COVID-19, according to a new study. Read more
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Infertility care shows inequality around the world
Infertility care is hugely variable around the world with inadequate care in many countries, according to a new World Health Organization backed report. Read more