PROTECTING THE GLOBE
£66 million UK centre to help prepare for global epidemics
The UK’s first Vaccine Manufacturing Innovation Centre has been announced today.
Stories written by Kate Wighton
POVERTY WARNING
Poorest dying nearly ten years younger than the rich in “deeply worrying” trend
The gap between the life expectancy of the richest and poorest sectors of society in England is increasing.
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FLEMING’S WARNING
Sir Alexander Fleming knew in 1936 bacteria would beat antibiotics
Dr Bill Frankland, acclaimed allergy expert and now 106 years old, recalls clearly when Sir Alexander Fleming foretold the demise of antibiotics.
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CHOOSING THE RIGHT PILL
Antibiotic prescribing influenced by team dynamics within hospitals
Antibiotic prescribing by doctors is influenced by team dynamics and cultures within hospitals.
NEWBORN INSIGHT
A 15-minute scan could help diagnose brain damage in newborns
A 15-minute scan could help diagnose brain damage in babies up to two years earlier than current methods.
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BITTER PILL?
Six things doctors would like you to know about antibiotics
Every day healthcare workers around the world are waging war, in what is becoming the fight of our lives.
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A SHOT OF GOOD SENSE
Children's vaccinations and development checks prevent hospital admissions
Children who receive nursery vaccinations and development checks are less likely to be admitted to hospital during childhood years.
PUMPING IRON
Higher iron levels associated with increased risk of certain types of stroke
People with higher iron levels may be at greater risk of certain types of stroke, a new study has found.
AI HEALTHCARE HOPE
AI doctor could boost chance of survival for sepsis patients
Scientists have created an artificial intelligence system that could help treat patients with sepsis.
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SEX AND THE BRAIN
Hormone alters male brain networks to enhance sexual and emotional function
Scientists have gained new insights into how the ‘master regulator’ of reproduction affects men’s brains.
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