‘Universal vaccine’ protects mice against multiple pathogens
A macrophage — a ‘first responder’ cell in the innate immune system — in the process of engulfing…
How ‘skull drains’ keep the brain safe from damage and pathogens
Large veins called the venous sinuses help to drain fluid from the brain and skull.Credit: Zephyr/Science Photo Library…
Measles outbreak hits north London schools as dozens of children infected – London Evening Standard
Measles outbreak hits north London schools as dozens of children infected London Evening Standard ‘Fast-spreading’ measles outbreak hits several…
‘Victorian disease’ outbreak hits Amazon warehouse: What you should know
Amazon has confirmed an outbreak of what has been referred to as “Victorian disease” at one of its…
Which European countries use the most antibiotics?
Health experts have called on Europe to curb its reliance on antibiotics as the threat of drug resistance…
Human challenge trials gain ground in Europe; Japan cautious
CHIM trials, also known as human challenge studies, are considered a more efficient way to evaluate the efficacy…
Poliovirus detected in Germany’s sewage: Here’s why officials are concerned despite ‘low’ risks
Published on 15/11/2025 – 8:00 GMT+1 Health authorities in Germany have detected traces of the poliovirus in Hamburg’s…
The new infection causing serious illness as people say ‘it’s the worst I’ve had’
Health authorities have identified a new form of infection across the UK that is causing illness – with…
How Napoleon’s army met its doom: DNA reveals surprise illnesses had a role – Nature
How Napoleon’s army met its doom: DNA reveals surprise illnesses had a role Nature Napoleon’s soldiers who died in…
EU health authorities warn that mosquito-borne illnesses are at record highs
ADVERTISEMENT Europe is seeing “record breaking outbreaks” this summer of the mosquito-borne illnesses West Nile virus and chikungunya,…