Bacterial population struggles can affect the potential of vaccines
Scientists have shown how vaccinating against a common cause of pneumonia leads to lethal strains of bacteria being replaced by less harmful strains.
Tenfold increase in childhood and adolescent obesity in four decades
The world will have more obese children and adolescents than underweight by 2022, according to a new study by Imperial College London and WHO.
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More children getting the right dose of antibiotics since prescribing changes
Changes to national prescribing guidelines have led to fewer children receiving too small a dose of antibiotics.
Budget cigarettes linked to higher infant mortality rates in EU countries
A study of 23 EU countries found that larger price differences between high and low priced cigarettes are associated with higher infant mortality.
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New antibiotic that kills gonorrhoea in the lab could help curb 'superbug' trend
Closthioamide, discovered in 2010, might eventually offer an alternative for current drugs that are becoming less effective against gonorrhoea.
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Dad's involvement with baby early on associated with boost in mental development
Fathers who interact more with their children in their first few months of life could have a positive impact on their baby's cognitive development.
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Imperial celebrates 'bumper crop' of new Fellows
Eight Imperial researchers have been elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences.
Science needs humanity to end childhood tuberculosis
Doctors, academics, human rights specialists, and policy makers need to better understand each other to effectively help those affected by TB.
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Why communication counts: Dr James Seddon at AMS's Winter Science Meeting
Dr James Seddon was recently shortlisted for the Academy of Medical Sciences (AMS) Oral Plenary Prize at their Winter Science Meeting.
New tool to improve antibiotic prescribing in doctor surgeries
A new website to help GPs prescribe antibiotics more effectively is being implemented in North West London.
