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Autism could be diagnosed via stool sample

Researchers have discovered distinct differences in gut microbes between autistic individuals and those without the condition, potentially paving the way for a quick and inexpensive autism diagnostic test. This discovery implies that routine stool sample testing could allow for earlier autism detection, providing quicker diagnoses and subsequent support compared to the current lengthy clinical procedures. The prevalence of autism has…
Ben Kemp
July 9, 2024
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Wes Streeting: ‘The NHS is broken’

In a press release, DHSC welcomed the new Secretary of State for Health and Social Care as he "begins work to fix the broken NHS and ensure it is fit for the future". Mr Streeting noted that negotiations with the BMA junior doctor's committee is set to take place next week in a bid to end sporadic strike action. He warned that the…
Ben Kemp
July 9, 2024
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Media Monitoring: 27 June – 3 July

UK-first screening trial for type 1 diabetes sees 20,000 children sign up so far The ELSA study screens children aged 3 to 13 for early signs of type 1 diabetes using a finger prick blood test, with 20,000 children already participating. Early detection of islet autoantibodies can help families prepare, monitor, and reduce the risk of severe complications like diabetic…
Ben Kemp
July 2, 2024
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Labour plan to install party loyalist as NHS Chair

Labour plans to remove the chair of NHS England if it wins the election, replacing him with a party loyalist to help implement its strategy to revive the health service. The party is considering candidates such as former health secretary Alan Milburn, ex-home secretary Jacqui Smith, and Sally Morgan, who was Tony Blair’s political secretary, to replace Meddings. He is…
Ben Kemp
July 2, 2024
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Student develops rapid, pain-free home test for cervical cancer

A new test designed to detect cervical cancer by identifying HPV strains in menstrual blood has been developed by a student in London. Named Papcup, this device could potentially replace painful smear tests and delivers results in just 15 minutes. The test was created by Sânziana Foia, a postgraduate bioengineering student at Imperial College London. Traditional smear tests require an…
Ben Kemp
July 1, 2024
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Media Monitoring: 20 – 26 June

Devon GP Practices Slash Antibiotic Use by Nearly Two Thirds GP practices in Devon have reduced antibiotic prescriptions by nearly 65% as part of efforts to combat antimicrobial resistance. The initiative involved better diagnostic practices, patient education, and adherence to guidelines. This reduction aligns with the broader UK national strategy to minimize unnecessary antibiotic use.   NHS England Drops Planned…
Ben Kemp
June 25, 2024
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Labour pledges 10-year R&D budgets for growth and development

Labour has unveiled a plan to invigorate regional development with long-term research and development (R&D) budgets. Deputy leader Angela Rayner announced that the party would establish 10-year budgets for R&D institutions funded by taxpayers, aiming to create 650,000 “new high-quality jobs that will be created as Britain shifts to clean power by 2030, with many more in sectors like AI…
Ben Kemp
June 25, 2024
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AI blood test predicts Parkinson’s up to seven years early

A team of researchers, led by scientists at UCL and University Medical Center Goettingen, Germany, have developed a simple blood test that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to predict Parkinson’s up to seven years before the onset of symptoms. The research, published in Nature Communications, found that when a branch of AI called machine learning, analysed a panel of eight blood based…
Ben Kemp
June 25, 2024
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Media Monitoring: 13 – 19 June

  Call to change ‘outdated’ prostate cancer guidance  Prostate Cancer UK urges an update to outdated guidance that limits proactive testing for high-risk men. Current guidelines require men to request tests, which many don't know to do, increasing health risks and inequalities. Revised guidelines could reduce deaths and NHS costs by enabling early detection and treatment​.   Integrated care systems…
Ben Kemp
June 18, 2024
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