There needs to be more attention given to the prevention of hepatitis C, a UNSW Sydney report says. The UNSW
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New treatment option shown for heart failure fluid overload
Higher doses of spironolactone, a diuretic (water pill), can prevent the need for dialysis in selected heart failure patients, a
Continue reading »Back pain: This popular ‘indoor’ activity could ease your back trouble suggests study
Back pain is very common in the UK, with one of three people getting it every year. The lower back
Continue reading »Hinge-like protein may open new doors in cystic fibrosis treatment
In recent decades, treatment options for people with cystic fibrosis have improved dramatically. The newest drugs, known as potentiators, target
Continue reading »Immunotherapy could work against bowel cancers resistant to important targeted treatment
Patients with bowel cancer who have stopped responding to a widely used targeted drug could benefit from immunotherapy, a major
Continue reading »‘Ecstasy’ shows promise for post-traumatic stress treatment
An international study involving researchers from UBC Okanagan has shown that MDMA, also known as ecstasy, may be a valuable
Continue reading »Prostate cancer: Diagnosis times to be slashed after new test for the disease introduced
A prostate cancer diagnosis is a distressing time for all involved. The long waiting times for results – 56 days
Continue reading »HER2 positive breast cancer: Treatment de-escalation needs to be personalized
De-escalation approaches in the treatment of women with HER2 positive breast cancer need to be personalised, according to Dr. Carmen
Continue reading »A new molecule to improve treatment for type 2 diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
A new molecule, EPB-53, could help fight type 2 diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, according to a new study
Continue reading »Study finds treatment with medication reduces arrests and incarceration among people with opioid use disorder
When it comes to addressing the national opioid crisis, most of the research has focused on the physical health risks
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