Posted on 08/04/21
A US study into antibiotic prescribing in hospitals has found that the drugs were misused in 56% of cases. In many cases, doctors had prescribed the wrong antibiotic or advised
Posted on 23/03/21
Scientists studying the human brain have discovered two exciting new therapeutic targets for neurogenerative diseases, including Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease. Studies have identified and analysed a protein found in the
Posted on 10/03/21
Researchers using a machine learning programme have identified 21 bird species that could play a role in transmitting the Lyme disease bacterium (Borrelia burgdorferi) to ticks. The insights could help
Posted on 26/02/21
Scientists have established that 1 in every 10 patients could benefit from genetic testing before being prescribed medicine. The researchers have calculated that the widespread use of genetic tests could
Posted on 12/02/21
A team of US scientists has unlocked one of the mysteries of Lyme disease infection: why is Lyme disease common in the northeastern United States but rare in the southeast?
Posted on 22/01/21
Scientists have discovered that the common autoimmune diseases type 1 diabetes, lupus multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis share common molecular signatures that could prove a useful target for new treatments.
Posted on 15/01/21
Scientists have identified a genetic variant carried by 40% of the population that may explain why TNF treatments for Crohn’s Disease fail for some patients. The ground-breaking study marks further
Posted on 18/12/20
Scientists have known for over 50 years that the bacterial agent Borrelia burgdorferi (Bb) causes Lyme Disease, but the reasons why some people develop the condition while others don’t remains a
Posted on 18/12/20
Spotting the signs and symptoms of Lyme Disease early is crucial. The earlier the diagnosis, the more effective the treatment and the better the outcome. Any delays in diagnosis and
