Looking back to the beginning of the pandemic with its repeated lockdowns, loss of the freedom to move, not being able to meet people or socialise, seeing so many suffer and die, it seems like we’ve come through a war. … Read More
Needle phobia stopping many people getting Covid jab for fear of fainting in queue
Anything that combats vaccine hesitancy is valuable. Why? Because someone who is not vaccinated can be infected with Covid-19, and once inside their body the virus can spew out variants. Well, a new large-scale study offers insight into one factor … Read More
Covid vaccine could give lifetime protection if you’ve already had virus
Hey, how good is this news? The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines could provide lifelong protection against Covid-19 for people who have already been infected with the virus, like me. The mRNA jabs can provoke an immune response that can protect people … Read More
Ways people with skin conditions can combat problems caused by facemasks
Does your skin get soggy if you’ve been wearing a mask for any length of time? Mine does, but for most people it’s only a minor discomfort. Spare a thought then for people who already have a skin condition and … Read More
Covid pandemic has forced medical care to change – and change can be good
During the past year or so I feel we’ve found new ways of living our lives that we really should consider keeping. In an attempt to find a silver lining to the pandemic, it’s beneficial to realise the Covid crisis has accelerated … Read More
Crucial “heart block” breakthrough could help the heart health of athletes
Since Christian Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch at the Euro 2020 tournament, interest has focused on the cardiac health of sportsmen and women, and footballers in particular. So a study by an international team from Manchester, Montpellier … Read More
How behavioural science can build trust in Covid vaccines – as it works in Jersey
Vaccine hesitancy is a major concern because it may put a limit on how effective our vaccines could be, and consequently threaten our control over the Covid-19 pandemic. I believe we all have the right to decide for ourselves. The … Read More
New antiviral approach could make Covid symptoms milder and recovery faster
How about an antiviral treatment that would make Covid-19 symptoms milder and help speed up recovery? Well, it could be on the cards. A new procedure, focusing on fixing cell damage rather than fighting the virus itself, is already effective … Read More
Hormone placenta test can spot early signs of life-threatening disorders in pregnancy
The placenta is a complex and mysterious organ and a lifeline for babies. It forms and grows from the fertilised egg, and attaches to the wall of the uterus, allowing nutrients and oxygen to flow from mother to child, while … Read More
Vaccinating children under 12 against coronavirus has more cons than pros
The argument over whether to vaccinate children or not against Covid-19 is thorny, and there are not as many pros as cons in my opinion. Several countries are considering child vaccination and several vaccines have been approved for use in … Read More