Flu & Viruses
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RNA key to Ebola prognosis test
Scientists have found a test which could help predict whether patients infected with Ebola are likely to live or die, it has been announced. Read more
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Gene clue to infection susceptibility
Belgian researchers have found a new genetic immunodeficiency, explaining why some otherwise healthy children succumb to some kinds of infection. Read more
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Bloodstream infection threat to neonates – Euro-study
Bloodstream infections are the most common healthcare-associated infections among children in Europe, according to a new study. Read more
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Ebola vaccine success
An experimental Ebola vaccine seems to be effective at preventing infection by the virus, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Thrush virus hidden from body defences
New findings on the fungus which causes thrush have helped explain how it evades destruction by the immune system, according to Scottish researchers. Read more
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Caution urged on microbial gene test hopes
Hopes of a single genetic test for antimicrobial susceptibility are a long way from being realised, European experts have warned. Read more
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HIV prevention programme to be trialled on 10,000 people
More than 10,000 people at risk from HIV infection are to be enrolled in a trial of an NHS England HIV prevention programme, it was announced yesterday. Read more
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Screening cuts HIV baby transmission rates
Antenatal screening has successfully cut HIV transmission of mother to child to a record low levels, according to a new analysis published today. Read more
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HIV self-testing promoted
Increased self-testing could go some way to protecting the millions of people with HIV are still missing out on life-saving treatment, experts say today. Read more
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Oral cancer rates soar
Figures reported today show how rates of oral cancer have soared this century, driven by changing lifestyles. Read more