Gene Drives

In my previous blog post, I introduced gene drives as a vital tool in the advancement of malaria-resistant mosquitos. In this post, I would like to further explore what this gene technology is and how it works.

Dengue – A Tropical Killer

Recently the UK government has decided to invest an extra £200m

Record Breaking GP closures and the Future of Primary Care

According to a recent Freedom of Information request, it has been uncovered that 58 GP practises had to close permanently last year, with a further 34 closing due to a merger. This has led 265,000 patients who will have to

‘Tis the season to be sneezing!

By Maisha Bhuiyan

As spring arrives with fresh breezes, it brings with it the bane of humankind (or at least the bane of my life) –

MEDICAL ADVANCEMENTS

In the last fifteen years, there has been significant advancements in medical research, disease treatment and improvement of patients’

What is ASD and How Is It Diagnosed?

By Gabriele Kurpyte

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a range of conditions that develop during early childhood and present challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviour, speech and non-verbal communication. The way it presents in sufferers can

Mosquito-Borne Diseases

Mosquitos can often be the source of suffering for over one million people worldwide, as they are vectors for many diseases like Malaria, Zika and

The Truth About OCD

The term ‘OCD’ is quite often misused. A lot of the time it becomes treated as a joke, referring to someone who has an obsession with being neat or perfect. However,

Physical Activity and Its Role in Healthcare

Lets face it. From a young age and those countless PE lessons, bleep tests and sports days, we all have learnt that exercise is a key component to living a healthy lifestyle. However, can physical activity

The Gates and Global Health

Earlier this week, Bill and Melinda Gates posted their annual letter to their website and though it is addressed in response to billionaire Warren Buffet, there are many points the public can learn and appreciate from it. The letter is penned against the backdrop of Donald Trump