Flu & Viruses
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22/06/2018 - Early TB gene test developed
An international research team has found a potential test to predict active tuberculosis in advance of symptoms developing. More
21/06/2018 - MMR warning for student Euro-trips
Students planning European tours have been advised to ensure their MMR vaccination is up to date. More
08/06/2018 - Africa Ebola preparations stepped up
The World Health Organisation is stepping up preparations in nine countries at risk from the current Ebola outbreak in Africa, it has announced. More
07/06/2018 - Warning as PrEP linked with unsafe sex increase
The introduction of PrEP in two large cities led to a rapid fall in condom use, almost negating the benefits of the treatment, researchers warned last night. More
25/05/2018 - New board to oversee world health crisis planning
A new global board will oversee preparations for international health crises, it has been announced. More
23/05/2018 - Immune insight into Parkinson's
Scientists have discovered a possible new link between bacterial infections such as tuberculosis and Parkinson's disease. More
21/05/2018 - DCR Ebola outbreak not yet an international emergency
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is not yet an emergency of international concern, the World Health Organisation has concluded. More
18/05/2018 - Women with HIV lack menopause support
Women with HIV do not get the support they need during menopause, a new study published yesterday (17 May 2018) has revealed. More
15/05/2018 - New hope for common cold treatment
British researchers say they may be close to an effective treatment for the common cold. More
03/05/2018 - Unconventional immune cell can fight viral infections
An 'unconventional' immune cell that can fight viral infections, has been discovered by UK researchers. More
23/04/2018 - How vaccination shortfalls triggered measles outbreaks
Measles outbreaks across Europe are mostly affecting people who have not been vaccinated, according to a new analysis. More
19/04/2018 - Europe challenged to tackle vaccine uptake
European countries need to tackle the problem of families that reject the use of vaccines – and the need for action is immediate in the light of recent measles outbreaks, senior doctors have warned. More
27/03/2018 - Call for improved hep B diagnosis and care
Some 90% of people with hepatitis B infection remain undiagnosed, experts say today. More
22/03/2018 - Link between respiratory infection and CV incidents measured
A serious respiratory infection is linked to a six times increased risk of a cardiovascular incident, according to the findings of a major UK study. More
12/02/2018 - Controversy over campaign to switch patients to pharmacists
A national campaign to take pressure off GPs was being launched today – amid concern that it could cause delays in diagnosis of sepsis. More
31/01/2018 - Backing for rotavirus vaccine
Rotavirus vaccination for babies in the UK has had a big impact on the poorest communities, according to a new analysis. More
26/01/2018 - GPs urged to refuse sore throat antibiotics
Clinicians have been ordered to get tough with patients demanding antibiotics for sore throats. More
25/01/2018 - New approach for pancreatic cancer
A modified flu virus could be used to inhibit the growth of pancreatic cancer, British scientists report today. More
23/01/2018 - Anti-inflammatory treatment could improve vaccines for elderly
An anti-inflammatory treatment could make vaccines more effective for elderly people, a new study has found. More
16/01/2018 - Surgeon reports hazards of not sneezing
Holding back a sneeze may seem the polite thing to do during the flu season – but it can carry its own dangers, a surgeon warned today. More
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