The National Health Service (NHS) finds itself in a state of crisis, struggling with long waiting times, declining quality of care, and a growing gap between service demands and available resources. As the independent investigation led by Lord Darzi has revealed, the roots of this crisis run deep, stemming from a decade of austerity, the devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, short sighted policy implementations and longstanding structural and systemic issues within the health service.
The landscape of obesity management and metabolic health has been reshaped by the advent of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists; This review aims to delve into the current data surrounding semaglutide and other GLP-1 receptor agonists, examining their benefits, the quality of evidence behind various claims, and the broader implications of their use.
In a landmark new study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, an international team of researchers has conducted the most comprehensive analysis to date on the relationship between meat consumption and the development of type 2 diabetes across diverse global population
A team of researchers led by Samson Nivins at the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden sought to shed light on the effects of screen time anf how it shapes the developing brain. In a landmark longitudinal study published in the journal Scientific Reports, they examined how different types of DM usage – including social media, video games, and television/video viewing – impact the structural development of key brain regions in children over a 4-year period.
Pulse oximeters has become an indispensable tools in hospital emergency rooms, operating theaters, and intensive care units allowing doctors to trreat dangerously low oxygen levels, known as hypoxemia. However, the role of pulse oximetry has remained less clear when it comes to assessing and managing childhood illness in primary care and outpatient settings. A new study looks at the role of pulse oximetry in this setting.
The Global Burden of Disease study estimated that in 2019, approximately 25% of all deaths worldwide were due to infections. Emerging evidence suggests that the key to reducing susceptibility to infections may lie within the trillions of microbes that inhabit our gut – the gut microbiome
Intermittent fasting has become one of the most popular dietary approaches in recent years, touted for its benefits in weight loss, metabolic health, and disease prevention. However, misconceptions and myths about intermittent fasting continue to persist, sowing confusion and discouraging people from trying this lifestyle intervention.
A new study is providing new insights into how next-generation electronics, including memory components in computers, breakdown or degrade over time.
In a world where organizing a simple meeting can feel like herding cats, new research reveals just how challenging finding a suitable meeting time becomes as the number of participants grows. The study dives into the mathematical complexities of this common task, offering new insights into why […]
Scientists have announced a groundbreaking development in hydrogen ion barrier films using graphene oxide (GO) that lacks internal pores. This innovative approach promises significant advancements in protective coatings for various applications.
Taking inspiration from enzymes, chemists have developed a catalyst to simplify the synthesis of ethers, key functional components of many drugs, foods, personal care items and other consumer goods. The catalyst puts the two chemical ingredients in just the right proximity and position to come […]
Researchers have discovered why lithium-ion batteries, which power most electronic devices, lose capacity overtime. The findings could enable the development of electric vehicles that go far longer without needing a charge.
After 11 years, Boston Dynamics has said goodbye to its humanoid robot ATLAS HD. The robotics company says it’s time for ATLAS to “kick back and relax” in retirement, letting the new all electric ATLAS take over. This video was shared to remember ATLAS HD’s great moments and those not so great.
Header Banner: Snow was a British physician who is considered one of the founders of epidemiology for his work identifying the source of a cholera outbreak in 1854. After careful investigation, including plotting cases of cholera on a map of the area, Snow was able to identify a water pump in Broad (now Broadwick) Street as the source of the disease. He had the handle of the pump removed, and cases of cholera immediately began to diminish. However, Snow’s ‘germ’ theory of disease was not widely accepted until the 1860s. The DarkDrug Logo shows the small pox virus, eradicated from the wild through effective vaccination after Edward Jenner’s discovery in 1798. The last naturally occurring case was diagnosed in October 1977 and the World Health Organization certified the global eradication of the disease in 1980.
