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Libmeldy, the world’s most expensive medicine approved in Ireland, Belgium and the Netherlands

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€2.5 million drug now approved in Ireland, Belgium and the Netherlands

Libmeldy - a treatment for a rare disease costing €2.5 million - has become available in Ireland, Belgium and the Netherlands.

26/01/2024

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Ukraine war leads to heightened demand for bionic prosthetic limbs

An estimated 20,000 Ukrainians have had amputations since Russia invaded the country in February last year, most of whom are wounded soldiers.

22/12/2023

The ECGI vest uses 256 sensors to give doctors a large amount of electrical information in just 5 minutes.

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This vest can predict risk of sudden cardiac death in 5 minutes

The ECGI vest uses 256 sensors to give doctors a large amount of electrical information in just 5 minutes.

22/12/2023

A new study found how a protein plays a key role in the spread of lung cancer. It might pave the way for creating new anti-cancer medication.

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Scientists discover how a key protein can stop spread of lung cancer

A new molecular pathway could help to stop the spread of lung cancer and help the development of new anti-cancer drugs.

03/12/2023

Preventing the next pandemic: The EU project funding research into infectious diseases

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The EU project helping us better prepare for the next pandemic

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION

In this episode of Smart Regions, we find out how the European PerForM-REACT project is helping two German research institutes in their quest to better understand and more effectively deal with infectious diseases.

20/11/2023

Dr. Eduardo Rodriguez, NYU Langone Health's chair of plastic surgery, examines Aaron James in New York.

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Surgeons perform transplant of a whole human eye in world first

Aaron James destroyed much of his face in an accident with high-voltage power lines but is now recovering well from a face and eye transplant.

10/11/2023

Image shows a concept rendering of the spinal electrode system that could help ease symptoms for Parkinson's disease patients.

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Parkinson’s patient walks unassisted thanks to spinal electrodes

The “game-changing technology” could help restore movement in people with advanced forms of the disease according to Parkinson’s researchers.

08/11/2023

Mammal curator of the Swedish Museum of Natural History, Daniela Kalthoff, holds the specimen of thylacine that RNA molecules were extracted from.

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Scientists extract RNA molecules from extinct species in world-first

The researchers are hopeful the breakthrough will allow them to study how RNA viruses evolve.

01/11/2023

Researchers in Brazil are developing a vaccine to treat addiction to cocaine and its powerful derivative, crack.

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Promising new vaccine offers hope of breaking cocaine addiction

The vaccine is designed to help produce anti-cocaine antibodies in the body of a person who is chemically dependent on the substance.

28/10/2023

How is the EU boosting support for innovation in the health sector?

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How is the EU boosting support for innovation in the health sector?

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION

In this latest episode of Smart Health, we ask why Europe is lagging behind other countries when it comes to medical innovation, and find out what steps industry leaders are taking to turn the tide.

13/10/2023

'Clearing the pathway': How can the EU make its pharmaceutical sector more innovative?

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How can the EU boost innovation in its pharmaceutical sector?

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Smart Health asks the Director General at the European Medicines Agency about what steps Europe can take to improve innovation in the pharmaceutical sector.

13/10/2023

The highly integrated bionic hand has shown remarkable improvements

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This ‘groundbreaking’ bionic arm fuses with the user’s bone and nerves

The bionic arm has been working for years, reducing the user’s level of pain. The first person to receive it tells how life changing it has been.

11/10/2023

Image shows Oswald Reedus, a stoke survivor, trialling a new brain-reading headset that could help him recover the use of his limb.

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New brain-reading headset could help stroke victims regain movement

The portable headset reads the brain waves of the wearer, triggering a connected robotic arm to move when the person thinks about moving their arm.

06/10/2023

Hyperrealistic prosthetic hands for the disabled, in La Paz, Bolivia September 19, 2023.

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Hyperrealistic prosthetics start-up hopes to improve amputees’ lives

This prosthetics maker designs hyperrealistic limbs that emulate the patient's age and skin tone as closely as possible - adding in wrinkles, nail pigmentation and even tiny hairs.

25/09/2023

Unhealthy snacks are undermining otherwise healthy diets

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Unhealthy snacks are undermining healthy mealtimes, researchers warn

Snacking on unhealthy treats like cookies and cakes can undo the benefits of eating healthily at mealtimes.

18/09/2023

Could your wristwatch be a breeding ground for harmful bacteria? A study found that 95% of the time, the answer is yes.

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Your smartwatch could be a health hazard. Here’s why

Could your wristwatch be a breeding ground for harmful bacteria? A study found that 95% of the time, the answer is yes.

15/09/2023

New cancer vaccine could improve patient survival for some lung cancers - study

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New lung cancer vaccine could reduce the risk of dying by 41% - study

A French biotechnology company said that its cancer vaccine was effective in decreasing the risk of death for people with some lung cancers by 41%.

13/09/2023

Evidence shows cases of cancer in younger people have been rising in many parts of the world since the 1990s

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Cancers in people under 50 up almost 80% in the last 30 years

Across the globe, rates of cancer diagnoses in people under the age of 50 have soared over the past three decades.

07/09/2023

New research suggests gut bacteria influences how fast we age

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Scientists discover the secret to how fast we age hidden in our gut

New findings suggest higher levels of inflammatory bacteria are linked to accelerated ageing and poorer fitness performance.

02/09/2023

Researchers have discovered a common origin behind major childhood allergies

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Could common childhood allergies be linked back to our gut?

An unbalanced gut microbiome was found to be associated with four common childhood allergies - eczema, asthma, food allergies and hay fever.

29/08/2023

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Human brains are increasing in size. Could this reduce dementia risk?

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€2.5 million drug now approved in Ireland, Belgium and the Netherlands

Ukraine war leads to heightened demand for bionic prosthetic limbs

This vest can predict risk of sudden cardiac death in 5 minutes

Scientists discover how a key protein can stop spread of lung cancer

The EU project helping us better prepare for the next pandemic

Surgeons perform transplant of a whole human eye in world first

Parkinson’s patient walks unassisted thanks to spinal electrodes

Scientists extract RNA molecules from extinct species in world-first

Promising new vaccine offers hope of breaking cocaine addiction

How is the EU boosting support for innovation in the health sector?

How can the EU boost innovation in its pharmaceutical sector?

This ‘groundbreaking’ bionic arm fuses with the user’s bone and nerves

New brain-reading headset could help stroke victims regain movement

Hyperrealistic prosthetics start-up hopes to improve amputees’ lives

Unhealthy snacks are undermining healthy mealtimes, researchers warn

Your smartwatch could be a health hazard. Here’s why

New lung cancer vaccine could reduce the risk of dying by 41% - study

Cancers in people under 50 up almost 80% in the last 30 years

Scientists discover the secret to how fast we age hidden in our gut

Could common childhood allergies be linked back to our gut?