There’s a new COVID-19 variant, but what makes it different?

What do we know so far about XBB.1.5? It feels like every few months, we hear about a new type of COVID-19. How do new variants and subvariants form? How does this new variant change the potential impacts to our community with the so-called tridemic, which is the increased spread of several illnesses including influenza […]

Novel cell ‘switches’ found to promote lung cancer growth, treatment resistance

SCLC cell lines have divergent gene regulatory networks and phenotypes. (A) Hierarchical clustering was performed using 53 SCLC cell lines. Silhouette widths, which measure the likeness within each cluster, were calculated. j, cluster number; ni, number of samples in each cluster; aveSi, average silhouette width for each cluster. (B) The log fold change (FC) for […]

Eating fast food raises risk of fatty liver disease – new study

Liver disease: Doctor discusses causes and symptoms We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info It is widely accepted that fast food is […]

‘Not necessary’ to dwell on COVID death tally, Chinese experts say

Chinese health officials said Wednesday it was “not necessary” to dwell on the exact number of COVID deaths in the country, days after the World Health Organization criticised authorities’ accounting of a surge in cases there. China abruptly dropped its “zero-COVID” approach last month after three years of enforcing some of the harshest anti-pandemic restrictions […]

Now the physios will strike as more staff join winter walk-out chaos

Now the physios will strike! Another NHS union adds to winter walk-out chaos NHS physios in England will walk of the job on both January 26 and February 9 Chartered Society of Physiotherapy is the latest NHS union to announce strikes Union bosses said two strike days are also being planned for February and March Announcement means […]

Feel anxious about going to the doctor? Here’s how to handle it

Written by Ellen Scott Even routine doctor’s appointments can be anxiety-inducing, but we know it’s vital to get the healthcare we need. So how do we overcome our nerves? Dr Liza Morton shares some practical tips.  It doesn’t matter what you’re going in for (a medication refill, a smear test, a cough that just won’t […]

Do YOU support the striking ambulance workers? Vote here

Do YOU support the striking NHS ambulance workers? Vote here and tell us why… Thousands of ambulance staff are striking for the second time over pay today Industrial action is expected to disrupt services across England and Wales MailOnline app users can vote in the poll on striking workers by clicking here  Poll Do YOU support the […]

Thousands of excess deaths recorded in UK in 2022 amid ongoing strikes

50,000 more Brits died in 2022 than a normal year: UK’s excess deaths were worse than any non-pandemic year since 1951, data reveals as the strain mounts on the NHS In week to December 30, 9,517 deaths were registered in England and Wales  This is 1,592 more deaths than usual during Christmas week, ONS data reveals  […]

Why the vascular shunt may be your fitness go-to of 2023

The research is clear: regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. So, if you’ve started a fitness regime this month, good for you. Not only will it strengthen bones, build muscle and help with weight management, but it will reduce your risk of major illnesses like […]

New study addresses colorectal cancer disparities in Black communities

A new University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center study highlights the need for increased outreach and education to reduce colorectal cancer screening disparities in Black communities. According to the qualitative study published in the Journal of Cancer Education, people in Kentucky’s Black communities may not be aware about all of the colorectal cancer screening options […]