EU debate on biosimilar drugs

Biosimilar medicines have been the hot subject of debate for a number of years. But as health systems around the world face continued budget squeezes and seek to increase the number of patients treated with biosimilars, the use of these less expensive options becomes...

Number of People in UK With Fungal Disease Rises

A new report estimates the numbers of people with fungal disease, some for the first time. The new figures feature all known fungal infections but most prominent amongst those numerically are those for Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA) and Severe Asthma...

Medicine for the Mind

Replicated from article written by Dr Lizzie Burns for the Hippocratic Post. For the past 14 years I’ve combined science with art to engage people of all ages with the beauty and wonder behind medical research, and the hope it brings.  Out of all my public...

How do I know that this research paper is any good?

Ever wondered why a scientist or doctor might look at some of the research you may have found in the library, a newspaper or on the internet and not take it too seriously? Or indeed they may be very interested? Professional researchers make a series of judgements...