Obituary: UCL's Professor Roland Littlewood dies aged 78
Tribute to Professor Roland Littlewood, who shaped medical anthropology and psychiatry at UCL. His global research on culture and healing leaves a lasting legacy. Read his remarkable story.
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Obituary: Roland Littlewood, UCL Professor, Dies at 78
Tribute to Professor Roland Littlewood, who shaped medical anthropology and psychiatry at UCL. Explore his groundbreaking work on culture and mental health.
AI Discovers Two New MS Types in UK Study
UK researchers use AI to identify two novel biological subtypes of multiple sclerosis, a major step towards personalised monitoring and more effective treatments for the condition.
Bad Bunny Violates Museum Rule, Touches Ancient Artefact
Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny was reprimanded by a Mexican museum for touching a Mayan stone slab. Learn about the legal consequences and the deleted Instagram post.
AI Breakthrough Discovers Two New Types of Multiple Sclerosis
Scientists using AI have identified two new biological subtypes of MS, paving the way for personalised treatments and better monitoring for millions of patients worldwide.
Nicotine Pouch Use Soars, 1 in 25 Gen Z Users
Exclusive research reveals a dramatic surge in trendy nicotine pouch use among young Britons, with experts warning of health risks and calling for a sales ban. Discover the full story.
Six subtle midlife signs linked to higher dementia risk
New UCL research identifies six specific depressive symptoms in middle age, like loss of confidence, that may signal a higher risk of dementia decades later. Learn the signs and what experts say.
Six midlife symptoms linked to higher dementia risk
New UK research identifies six specific depressive symptoms in middle age that could signal a significantly increased risk of developing dementia decades later. Learn the signs and what they mean for prevention.
New 10-Minute Scan for High Blood Pressure
A revolutionary 10-minute scan from UCL researchers can diagnose a hidden cause of high blood pressure, helping millions get targeted treatment. Discover the medical breakthrough.
UCL Reports Academic to Police for Antisemitism
A former UCL academic has been reported to police and banned from campus after delivering a lecture containing antisemitic tropes, including a historic 'blood libel'. Read the full story.
UCL reports academic to police for antisemitic lecture
A former UCL academic has been reported to police and banned from campus after delivering a lecture containing antisemitic tropes, including a 'blood libel' about Jews. Read the full story.
Police fined £5,400 for blocking medical cannabis patient
In a landmark legal ruling, Queensland Police face substantial penalties after preventing a registered medical marijuana patient from using his prescribed treatment during a vehicle search, raising crucial questions about patient rights and law enforcemen
Fossil discovery rewrites human evolution timeline
Groundbreaking research reveals our early human ancestors lived alongside each other in East Africa, challenging long-held theories about human evolution and species succession.
Wind power saved UK £1.5bn in energy costs
New UCL research shows wind energy saved UK households approximately £1.5 billion during 2022-2024, cutting electricity costs by 7% and proving renewables' vital role in energy security.
Johnson & Johnson sued by thousands over surgical mesh
Thousands of British women take legal action against pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson, claiming their surgical mesh products caused life-altering injuries and complications.
Chronic Lyme Disease: Medicine's Divided Opinion
Explore the heated medical controversy surrounding Chronic Lyme Disease as patients fight for recognition while doctors demand scientific evidence in this deep-dive investigation.
Trump Health Warning: Doctor's Chilling Prediction
Exclusive medical analysis reveals concerning predictions about Donald Trump's long-term health, with doctors warning of potential cognitive and physical decline following his COVID-19 treatment.
Turkish Organ Harvest Scandal: Dad 'Was Still Alive'
A British man alleges Turkish medical staff attempted to harvest his father's organs before he was clinically dead, sparking an international medical ethics scandal and Foreign Office investigation.
AI Outperforms Radiologists in NHS Scan Analysis Trial
Exclusive: Revolutionary artificial intelligence technology is transforming NHS diagnostics, detecting critical conditions faster and more accurately than human specialists in major clinical trial.
7 Tuskegee students accepted into Morehouse medical programme
In a remarkable academic achievement, seven Tuskegee University students have secured places at Morehouse School of Medicine, marking a significant moment for historically Black institutions and medical education diversity.
NHS negligence leaves woman with permanent disabilities
Kae Burnell's cauda equina syndrome was missed by NHS medics, leading to permanent disability and a six-figure settlement after Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust admitted negligence.
Cancer 'super-vaccine' breakthrough stops disease progression
British scientists are developing a groundbreaking 'super-vaccine' that could stop cancer in its tracks by targeting multiple tumour types simultaneously. This revolutionary approach represents a major leap forward in oncology research.
Live Q&A with GP Dr Martin Scurr - Your Health Questions Answered
Don't miss this unique opportunity to get expert medical advice from renowned GP Dr Martin Scurr in our exclusive live question and answer session on health concerns affecting you and your family.
Drug combo reverses liver disease in breakthrough
British scientists make stunning discovery that could transform treatment for millions suffering from liver conditions. Revolutionary research shows existing medications can reverse damage previously thought irreversible.
UK man becomes world's longest surviving heart-lung patient
Bert Janssen's extraordinary 33-year survival after pioneering transplant surgery offers new hope for patients and transforms medical understanding of organ longevity.
UK man becomes world's longest-surviving heart-lung transplant
Bertrand Piquet makes medical history after celebrating 34 years with transplanted heart and lungs, becoming the world's longest-surviving patient of this rare procedure.
London Scientists Develop Revolutionary RNA Cancer Test
Groundbreaking research from London's Institute of Cancer Research develops new RNA-based testing method that could revolutionise how we detect and monitor cancer, offering new hope for patients.
Polyandry: Societies where women take multiple husbands
Explore the fascinating communities from the Himalayas to rural China where polyandry challenges Western relationship norms and women hold unprecedented social power.
Drummond Rennie: Medical publishing revolutionary dies at 88
Celebrating the extraordinary life of Dr Drummond Rennie, the Scottish-born physician who revolutionised medical journalism and championed transparency in science through his groundbreaking work at JAMA.
Trump's secret Walter Reed visit raises health questions
Former President Donald Trump's unexpected Walter Reed Medical Center examination raises questions about presidential health transparency and 2024 campaign implications.
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