Research Suggests Statins Could Lower Ovarian Cancer Risk
A genetic study has found evidence to suggest that women who take statins in the long term could be less likely to develop ovarian cancer, according to new…
CBT can effectively reduce symptoms of chronic stress
Stress-related conditions such as adjustment disorder and clinical burnout can be effectively treated with a 12-week cognitive behavioural programme, both when delivered as a face-to-face treatment and when…
Urgent improvements needed in the care of children with suspected appendicitis – study
Thousands of UK children undergo unnecessary appendix surgery each year in the NHS, a new study reveals. Surgery for appendicitis is the most common emergency operation in children.
Role of GPs important in supporting people who self-harm, new study finds
Self-harm is a major public health concern and new research at Keele University has found that GPs recognise self-harm as a serious risk for suicide, but some do…
Portable MRIs bring diagnostics to stroke patients’ bedside
A portable, low-field Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) system may become a safe and practical way to get accurate brain images at a patient’s bedside, according to preliminary research…