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Oropouche virus: warning as threat spreads beyond the Amazon

As global health authorities tackle with a host of established infectious disease threats, a previously obscure virus is steadily expanding its reach beyond its traditional Amazonian stronghold. Oropouche virus, first identified in Trinidad and Tobago in 1955, has emerged as a significant public health concern across South America and the Caribbean, with recent outbreaks reported […]

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Nature therapy shown to reduce pain signals in the brain

New research demonstrates that exposure to nature scenes significantly reduces both pain perception and associated brain activity. This groundbreaking study provides neurological evidence for nature’s analgesic effects, suggesting that even virtual nature experiences may serve as an effective complementary approach to traditional pain management strategies.

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Sleep debt doubles infection risk in healthcare workers

A significant association between sleep debt and heightened infection risk has been identified in nurses working irregular shifts, according to research published 10 March 2025 in Chronobiology International, which reveals that healthcare professionals with severe sleep debt face more than double the risk of developing common infections compared to their well-rested counterparts.

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Siemens expands photon-counting CT portfolio with new class of scanners

Three years after launching the world’s first photon-counting computed tomography scanner, Siemens Healthineers has expanded its portfolio with two new systems: the dual-source Naeotom Alpha.Pro and the single-source Naeotom Alpha.Prime. These innovations promise enhanced diagnostic capabilities through superior image quality at lower radiation doses, with potential to change clinical pathways. Callan Emery attended the launch […]

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Novel Human Skin Atlas reveals developmental secrets and potential for regenerative medicine

A groundbreaking study has mapped prenatal human skin at the cellular level, offering unprecedented insights into skin formation and hair follicle development. The research, which includes the creation of a novel skin organoid model, could pave the way for developments in treating congenital skin disorders and improving regenerative medicine approaches.