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24/06/2024

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Researchers from the University of Helsinki and Stanford University investigated whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) could transform the way depression is treated, especially in patients who do not respond to more traditional methods such as medication.

“Magnetic stimulation is an effective treatment for patients whose depression is not alleviated by medication. However, about half of these patients do not receive significant help from TMS. The biomarker we studied may help predict who will benefit from the therapy. In the future, it may also be possible to tailor the treatment individually,” commented postdoctoral researcher Juha Gogulski from Stanford, University of Helsinki and Aalto University.

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Researchers investigated whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) could transform the way depression is treated.

21/06/2024

🧠Parkinson’s disease is the world’s fastest-growing neurodegenerative disorder and affects up to 10 million people across the globe. This disease has no cure; however, researchers and scientists have developed a simple blood test that uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to predict Parkinson’s up to seven years before symptoms.🩸

Researchers and scientists have developed a blood test that uses AI to predict Parkinson’s up to seven years before symptoms.

20/06/2024

🧬A groundbreaking study by the Wellcome Sanger Institute and the University of Oxford has uncovered how genetics could pave the way for personalised sepsis treatments. By building on previous research, the team identified different patient subgroups and explored how genetic variants influence immune responses.

Personalised medicine could be the key to tackling sepsis, providing a beacon of hope for more effective and life-saving treatments.

Read here: https://www.healtheuropa.com/could-genes-be-the-answer-to-personalised-sepsis-treatment/123646/

19/06/2024

🦠🩺 Facing the Rising Challenge of Healthcare-Associated Infections in 2024! 🏥🔬

Dive into the latest article exploring the growing issue of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and the innovative strategies being employed to combat them. As we move through 2024, HAIs continue to be a major concern, impacting patient safety and healthcare costs. Discover how cutting-edge technologies, new policies, and enhanced patient education are making strides in preventing these infections.

Learn about the escalating challenge of healthcare-associated infections in 2024 and discover the innovative strategies being employed to combat this issue.

18/06/2024

🥗 The keto diet, arguably one of the most popular diets, has scientifically shown that it impacts memory in mice. However, new research from the University of Chile helps explain why and how the diet benefits brain health and ageing.

“Our work indicates that the effects of the ketogenic diet benefit brain function broadly, and we provide a mechanism of action that offers a strategy for the maintenance and improvement of this function during ageing,” said the study’s senior author, Christian González-Billault, PhD, who is a professor at the Universidad de Chile.

Find out more ➡https://www.healtheuropa.com/keto-diet-improves-health-span-and-memory-in-new-trial/123638/

17/06/2024

📢 Ni****ne pouches are rising in popularity, touted as the ideal alternative to smoking or va**ng, whilst providing a discreet experience. But are they truly as harmless as they appear? Researchers from Georgetown University have delved into the rapid increase in ni****ne pouch use.

Read the findings here👇

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Ni****ne pouches are the latest trend, hyped as the ideal alternative to smoking or va**ng. But are they truly as harmless as they appear?

14/06/2024

A King’s College London study suggests that biodiversity can have profound effects on mental wellbeing.

The research, funded by the NIHR (National Institute for Health and Care Research) and Wellcome, found that spaces with a diverse range of natural features are strongly associated with improved mental well-being compared to those with less biodiversity.

Read the full article: https://www.healtheuropa.com/mental-wellbeing-boosted-by-biodiversity-says-kings-college-london/123434/

14/06/2024

Did you know that one blood donation could save the lives of up to three people?🩸❤️ Today we are celebrating World Blood Donor Day!

Blood donors provide a lifeline to those in need, from accident victims to patients undergoing surgeries and those battling serious illnesses.

Find out more about donating blood to the NHS here: https://www.blood.co.uk/.

14/06/2024

📰 Stay Informed with the Latest in Health Policy, Pharma, and Innovation! 💊

Looking for reliable news and insights on the latest health tech and infection control? Health Europa is your go-to source for health news!

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13/06/2024

A su***de prevention intervention has been created for autistic adults to identify ways to reduce su***de and self-harm.

The su***de prevention trial by experts at the University of Nottingham’s School of Psychology and Newcastle University tested autism-adapted safety plans with a group of autistic people and found that almost two-thirds found them useful.

Read the article in full here ➡ https://www.healtheuropa.com/new-su***de-prevention-intervention-for-autistic-adults-shows-promising-results-in-trial/123619/

12/06/2024

🚨 Exciting Breakthrough in Crohn's Disease Research! 🚨

Cambridge scientists have successfully grown 'mini-guts' to better understand Crohn's disease and personalise treatments. 🧬✨

Using cells from 160 patients, the team grew over 300 organoids, giving unprecedented insight into how epigenetic changes in gut cells contribute to the disease.

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Cambridge scientists have grown ‘mini-guts’ to understand Crohn's disease and better identify personalised treatment options.

11/06/2024

📢 Researchers at UCL and Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) have developed a new blood test that could identify children with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a hereditary heart condition.

Up to 1,000 children in the UK are living with a hereditary condition called hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, which causes thickening of the heart muscle. There is no cure currently and can cause sudden death in children and young people.

Click the link to read more: https://www.healtheuropa.com/new-blood-test-may-prevent-sudden-child-deaths-from-hypertrophic-cardiomyopathy/123609/

10/06/2024

🌟 Glowing marker dye that sticks to prostate cancer cells could help surgeons remove them in real life. 🌟

Prostate cancer is cancer of the prostate gland. It is currently the number one cancer seen in men in the UK.

The researchers injected marker dye into 23 men with prostate cancer who were undergoing prostate removal surgery. The marker dye found areas of cancerous tissues not picked up by the naked eye or other clinical methods.

Click here to read the full article➡ https://www.healtheuropa.com/glowing-dye-aids-surgeons-in-eliminating-prostate-cancer-cells/123606/

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06/06/2024

🧠✨ Exciting breakthrough in brain science! Wearable brain imaging now provides the clearest picture yet of children's developing brains.

University of Nottingham researchers have developed a novel design which opens up new opportunities for tracking critical development milestones, like walking and talking and how neurodevelopmental conditions occur.

Find out more on this link 🧠 https://www.healtheuropa.com/wearable-brain-scanner-provides-the-clearest-picture-yet-of-developing-brains/123595/

05/06/2024

🌎World Environment Day🌎This year's theme is , focussing on land restoration, desertification and drought resilience. We are advocating for a healthy, sustainable world for this generation and the future generations.

We have rounded up our latest articles about the environment below:
🌎Exposure to environmental pollutants may cause type 1 diabetes - https://www.healtheuropa.com/exposure-to-environmental-pollutants-may-cause-type-1-diabetes/115886/
🌎 New model reveals how malaria transmission is affected by climate change - https://www.healtheuropa.com/new-model-reveals-how-malaria-transmission-is-affected-by-climate-change/123512/
🌎 Ozone pollution is increasing the risk of heart disease - https://www.healtheuropa.com/ozone-pollution-is-increasing-risk-of-heart-disease/121879/

05/06/2024

Future of Infection Diagnosis: AI Camera Scans for Vital Signs 📸

Measuring a patient’s pulse, breathing, and blood pressure by scanning their face with an AI camera could be the future of infection diagnosis.

Stefan Malmberg, the thesis author, highlighted the benefits: "The new AI method means faster, more convenient measurements for patients, easier processes for healthcare providers, and reduced risk of infection spread through equipment." This type of research is vital for advancing healthcare technologies.

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Measuring a patient's pulse, breathing, and blood pressure by scanning their face with an AI camera could be the future of infection diagnosis.

04/06/2024

📢Advocating for improved health condition detection for people

New research finds a striking imbalance in diagnosis rates for common debilitating health conditions, such as and , in autistic people.⬇️

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New research finds a striking imbalance in diagnosis rates for common debilitating health conditions, such as anxiety and depression, in autistic people.

03/06/2024

Researchers have developed a method that could enable a personalised flu vaccine schedule for long-lasting immunity.

Influenza affects up to five million people worldwide per year and results in up to 650,000 deaths per year. The flu vaccine efficacy varies between individuals depending on vaccine types and individual circumstances, emphasising the need for personalised medication.

Read the article here: https://www.healtheuropa.com/new-biomarkers-to-enable-personalised-flu-vaccine-schedule/123584/

Researchers have developed a method that could enable a personalised flu vaccine schedule for long-lasting immunity.

31/05/2024

🏃‍♂️💓 Research highlights the power of exercise in preventing heart disease in later life! 🏃‍♀️💓

A recent study published in the journal Heart suggests that just 20 minutes of daily exercise in early old age (70-75 years) can significantly reduce the risk of major heart disease, including heart failure, in late old age (80+ years). This moderate to vigorous activity includes walking, gardening, cycling, and swimming.

Read the full article here: https://www.healtheuropa.com/could-daily-exercise-prevent-major-heart-disease-in-old-age/113528/

30/05/2024

🚨 Breakthrough in the fight against antibiotic resistance! 🚨

Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a revolutionary small molecule, OXF-077, that can suppress the evolution of antibiotic resistance in bacteria. 🌟

Read the article on this link ➡ https://www.healtheuropa.com/new-molecule-suppresses-bacterial-antibiotic-resistance/123576/

29/05/2024

The NHS has announced that 143 hospital sites will test and roll out Martha’s Rule in its first year.

Professor Sir Stephen Powis, NHS national medical director, commented: “Rolling out Martha’s Rule to over 143 NHS sites in this first phase will represent one of the most important changes to patient care in recent years, and we are pleased to have seen such interest from hospitals right across the country, all thanks to the moving and dedicated campaigning by Martha’ parents, Merope and Paul."

Read the full article below: ⬇

https://www.healtheuropa.com/nhs-to-implement-marthas-rule-across-143-hospitals-in-major-patient-safety-initiative/123565/

27/05/2024

☀ Summer months are coming and sun protection is key ☀

A discovery by the University of Bath illuminates a key ingredient missing from sunscreen products that can better protect against sun skin damage.

Find out more in the link below ⤵



https://www.healtheuropa.com/the-missing-ingredient-in-sunscreen-that-minimises-sun-skin-damage/114947/

24/05/2024

🌟 Exciting news for parents and educators!

A new study reveals that primary school children who engage in regular physical fitness activities experience a better quality of life and enhanced concentration levels. 🏃‍♂️🧠

Read the full article: https://www.healtheuropa.com/the-positive-impact-of-physical-fitness-on-primary-school-children/114690/

22/05/2024

🌟 Understanding the Impact of Socioeconomic Status on Lung Cancer Screening 🌟

A new study demonstrates the benefits of lung cancer screening across socioeconomic groups and the importance of screening for people experiencing economic deprivation.

Click the link to read the full article below ⬇

https://www.healtheuropa.com/the-impact-of-socioeconomic-status-on-lung-cancer-screening-participation/123554/

21/05/2024

Yesterday (20 May 2024), the infected blood inquiry published the “catalogue of failures”, which led to thousands of people receiving contaminated blood and blood products.

Read all the key findings and details from the inquiry below ⬇️

The infected blood inquiry published the “catalogue of failures”, which led to thousands of people receiving contaminated blood and blood products.

20/05/2024

Today (20 May 2024), the findings of the public inquiry into why thousands of men, women and children in the UK were treated with infected blood, the impact on their families, how the authorities responded, the support provided, consent and whether there was a cover-up, will be published.

What and how did this happen? Read all the details on the link below ⬇

A public inquiry into the contaminated blood product disaster in the 1970s and 1980s will announce its findings on Monday 20 May 2024, after thousands of people with haemophilia in the UK were treated with infected blood.

14/05/2024

Chiesi Group, a research-oriented international biopharmaceutical group, proudly announces the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Karolinska Institutet, a medical university. The agreement solidifies a commitment between the two organisations to collaborate on joint efforts to advance therapeutic solutions for urgent health challenges.

Read all the details below⬇️

The collaboration between Chiesi group and Karolinska Institutet will accelerate research and development initiatives for various diseases.

14/05/2024

The UUniversity of Cambridgeand FFudan Universityhave found that a single dose of the measles vaccine is up to 2.6 times more likely to be completely ineffective in children born by c-section, compared to those born vaginally.



https://www.healtheuropa.com/measles-vaccine-less-likely-to-work-for-c-section-children/123525/