AR tech prepares patients for endometriosis surgery

The images are used in consultations to show what happens to the womb, ovaries and fallopian tubes. Source link

Scientists discover why flu and COVID hit older adults so hard

Older adults are far more likely to develop severe illness from flu or COVID, and new research from UC San Francisco offers an explanation. The study shows that aging lung…

A gene mutation may trap the brain in the wrong reality in schizophrenia patients

A common feature of schizophrenia is difficulty using new information to understand the world. This challenge can make decision-making harder and, over time, may contribute to a disconnect from reality.…

Deafness reversed: One injection restores hearing in just weeks

A new study shows that gene therapy can significantly improve hearing in people born with congenital deafness or severe hearing loss. Researchers at Karolinska Institutet, working with hospitals and universities…

This 5-day diet helped Crohn’s patients feel better fast

“What should I eat?” is one of the most common questions people with inflammatory bowel disease ask their doctors. It is also one of the hardest to answer. Inflammatory bowel…

Study finds dangerous lead levels in children’s clothing

Fast fashion offers an affordable way to keep up with kids who quickly outgrow their clothes. But new early research suggests that some of these garments may contain a dangerous…

Men's group hopes to eases strain on NHS services

“I want to tackle loneliness and we feel like this group can do that,” the organisation’s founder says. Source link

Scientists say BMI gets it wrong for over one third of adults

New research from Italy suggests that the widely used body mass index (BMI) system may be misclassifying many people. The findings, which will be presented at the European Congress on…

New microwave frying technique could make french fries much healthier

Fried foods are widely enjoyed, but their high fat content is linked to health issues such as obesity and hypertension. Creating lower fat versions that still deliver the same taste…

William praises 'incredible' £20m milestone for Bowelbabe fund

The Bowelbabe fund, set up by Dame Deborah James in 2022, helps to support Cancer Research UK. Source link