Breakthrough as scientists regenerate an animal’s organ for the first time – paving the way for organ restoration in humans
British scientists have been able to fully restore an organ in a living animal for the first time – a breakthrough which may pave the way for the technique to be used in humans.
Young mother died from brain abscess after doctor diagnosed her with minor ear infection
Zoe Adams, 28, complained of head pain plus discharge and discomfort from her left ear but her GP and other doctors said the symptoms were consistent with a ”relatively minor” infection.
Alzheimer’s disease could be linked to fungal infections, say scientists
Tests on brain samples from deceased Alzheimers patients showed they contained fungal proteins, The Local reported.
It’s not only grannies with varicose veins – just ask Miss England!
Charlotte, 25, has had branches of bright blue veins on her left shin ever since I can remember, but hadnt realised they were varicose veins until last year.
Just half of seven-year-olds get regular exercise
Children are doing so little physical activity that their lives may be shorter as a result, a parliamentary report found yesterday
Cancer patient calls 999 from his HOSPITAL BED after his shouts for help were ‘ignored by nursing staff’
Peter Tizzard, 73, was in the care of Dorset County Hospital when he suddenly experienced severe pain, and pressed his bedside call button and shouted out for assistance.
Hospital watchdog finds ‘huge variation’ in care
The chairman of England’s health watchdog has told the BBC there are hospitals “where you would not want to go as a patient”.
Hospital care for Parkinson’s patients ‘frustrating and scandalous’
Patients with Parkinson’s disease are being subjected to a “frustrating and scandalous” level of care when admitted to hospital, a charity has warned.
Cambridge University scientists identify part of brain linked to problem gambling
A part of the brain which plays a key role in emotions could be linked to problem gambling, according to breakthrough research by Cambridge University.
Paralysed men move again with spinal stimulation
Four paralysed men have been able to move their legs for the first time in years after electrical stimulation of their spinal cords, US doctors report.