Clues to autism’s causes may lie in the gut. Pay attention to that
Researchers are exploring links between microorganisms in the human gut and neurodevelopmental disorders in the hope of accelerating diagnosis and treatment.
On a mission to transform palliative healthcare
Greek researcher, Dr Pantelis Natsiavas, is on a mission to use technology to redefine the meaning of palliative care for those affected by cancer, with the help of EU funding and 16 healthcare partners from across Europe.
Weight Loss Drugs: A Side Effect Tracker
Yes, scientists test drugs in clinical trials before they come to market so we can have a pretty good idea of the risks and benefits, but once they’re prescribed widely throughout the population, new risks inevitably emerge. For medications that treat uncommon conditions, it can take many years for us to gain a true understanding of the drug’s risks, but for medications like COVID vaccines and weight loss drugs that have been prescribed to millions of people within months of FDA approval, the information comes at us much faster.
