News • Health effects of global warming reach new heights

Climate change: The million-life, trillion-dollar health crisis

Climate change is claiming millions of lives every year, a new global report finds. The rate of heat-related casualties alone has climbed to 546,000 per year – more than one death every minute.

News • Multi-lens ultrasound arrays

4D blood flow imaging of whole organs

3D + time: a new 4D ultrasound imaging technique could both improve our understanding of the circulatory system and facilitate the diagnosis of certain blood circulation-related diseases.

Innovative biomedical solutions from Taipei presented at MEDICA 2025

With Taipei City Government's support, six Taipei companies will showcase innovative biotech and medical device solutions at MEDICA 2025 (Nov 17–20, Düsseldorf), advancing healthcare with…

Rethinking Healthcare: AI as a Catalyst for Change

Healthcare stands at a crossroads. With an impending shortage of 11 million healthcare workers by 2030 and millions dying annually from poor-quality care, the industry desperately needs transformation. Dr. Alex Ng from Tencent Healthcare explores how artificial intelligence is emerging as a powerful catalyst—not to replace human expertise, but to amplify it.

Article • Reshaping GI cancer care

Pathologists at the heart of precision oncology

Biomarker testing is ushering in a novel era of therapy personalisation for gastroesophageal and colorectal cancers, according to experts presenting at the 37th European Congress of Pathology in…

News • Link between Covid, flu, HIV and CVD

Viral infections may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease

After a bout of influenza or Covid, the risk of heart attack or stroke may rise dramatically, and chronic infections may increase the long-term risk of serious cardiovascular disease events.

News • AI-powered systems and European market growth

United Imaging Showcases Advanced Molecular Imaging Innovations at EANM 2025

At the 38th European Association of Nuclear Medicine (EANM) Congress, held from October 4–8 in Barcelona, United Imaging, a global manufacturer of cutting-edge medical imaging technology, showcases its most advanced AI-powered molecular imaging innovations, the uMI Panvivo family and the uMI Panorama family, and highlights the company’s strong growth and confidence in the European market.

Article • Affordable, sustainable – but underused

Low-field MRI: The imaging solution radiologists haven't learned to trust

At the 2025 ESMRMB Annual Meeting in Marseille, speakers made a strong case for what remains an outsider in radiology: low-field MRI. Despite its affordability, improved performance, and reduced environmental footprint, the technology continues to face scepticism – not from regulators or patients, but from radiologists themselves.

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Article • Female patients

Focus on women's health

From gynaecology to obstetrics, from breast cancer treatments to menopause research: the distinct medical needs of female patients are manifold. But also in many other areas of research, diagnostics…

News • Research, diagnostics, therapies

Focus on stroke

Strokes are among the most common cause of death worldwide and one of the most common causes of disability. Mortality rates are decreasing due to improving care. Nevertheless, experts expect the…

Article • Men, women, nonbinary health

Gender medicine in focus

Male and female patients should not receive the same treatment - but that is just the beginning: Increasing awareness of patient diversity leads to changes in diagnostics, therapy regimen, but also…

Diagnostic imaging

Radiology, sonography and beyond: Keep reading to find out how imaging techniques like MRI, CT and ultrasound can be used in the diagnosis of diseases and the guidance of medical procedures.

News • Orthopedic ultrasound screening

AI helps spot signs of dysplasia in infant hips

Developmental dysplasia of the hip occurs in 2-4% of infants, but screening via ultrasound is notoriously hard to master. An AI-assisted application could prevent many unnecessary hospital referrals.

News • Nuclear medicine

PET imaging reveals which patients will (or will not) recover after heart attack

A new approach to PET imaging offers a promising way for physicians to promptly identify patients who are at risk for poor functional recovery after a heart attack, according to new research.

Interview • Shift from biopsy to imaging

How MRI-first diagnostics are transforming prostate cancer care

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) holds great potential to spare men with suspected prostate cancer a painful biopsy. In our interview, Dr. Peter Seidensticker, Head of Medical Affairs Radiology at…

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Laboratory/pathology

From clinical chemistry to digital pathology: Read more about how modern medical laboratories and procedures in pathology play a vital role in the detection and prevention of diseases and in medical research.

News • Proteins for personalized treatments

Tracking Duchenne muscular dystrophy with blood biomarkers

Newly discovered blood biomarkers may offer new options to track Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in a less invasive way than physical tests or biopsies. This could support more tailored treatments.

News • Research reveals infiltrating microbes

How bacteria in tumors drive treatment resistance in cancer

Researchers have discovered a previously unknown mechanism that explains how bacteria within a tumor can drive treatment resistance in patients with oral and colorectal cancer.

News • Genomic care in the NICU

World record for fastest whole genome sequencing paves the way for POCT usage

In the NICU, a few hours can mean the difference between unnecessary procedures and targeted, life-saving treatment. A new speed record for WGS opens new diagnostic possibilities.

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Treatment

Medical innovations are rapidly expanding therapy options for many diseases. Keep reading to find more information on new therapies, surgical techniques, effective medication and patient care.

News • CMF summit

New standards in personalized facial surgery

An expert summit for craniomaxillofacial (CMF) care brought together leading surgeons to explore how digital technologies are reshaping surgical planning, precision, and patient outcomes.

News • Unified framework

Establishing a global standard in sepsis and critical care

The heterogeneity of critical illnesses like sepsis, ARDS, and trauma creates immense challenges. A new, unified way to classify patients aims to improve treatment.

News • Call for more informed decision

Hormone replacement therapy after breast cancer: a risk worth taking?

Breast cancer survivors are often discouraged from undergoing hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to alleviate menopause symptoms. Now, new research paints a more differentiated picture.

Management

Time to bring out the white collars: Read more about the economy and politics of health as well as optimised hospital and patient management.

News • Eco-friendliness and confidence

Patients open to more sustainable treatments, study finds

Many doctors shy away from discussing the aspect of a treatment's sustainability with their patients, expecting a negative reaction. Now, a new study suggests that these fears may be unfounded.

Sophie Nicklaus

Driving sustainable, health-promoting food systems

Sophie Nicklaus has been officially appointed Scientific Director of Food & Health for a four‑year term, by Philippe Mauguin Chair and CEO of INRAE, following consultation with its Board of…

News • Public health

What is ‘herd immunity’ and how can it help eliminate infectious diseases?

When the many protect the few: An expert explains the premise of herd immunity, and how vaccinations apply the priciple in preventing communicable diseases, notably in the complete eradication of…

IT/Tech

From AI-based image analysis to virtual therapies: Find out how digitalisation and cutting-edge IT solutions advance the medical landscape.

News • New approach for VSN patients

How virtual reality can support stroke rehabilitation

After a stroke, traditional rehabilitation often relies on repetitive exercises that can be physically demanding and demotivating for patients. A new study explores the potential of virtual reality…

News • AI in cancer care

New 3-tier framework sets safety standards for LLMs in oncology

Underscoring the growing role of large language models (LLM) in cancer care, ESMO released the first structured set of recommendations to bring AI language models into oncology safely and effectively.

Article • Personalizing stroke care

Advancing genomic medicine from promise to practice with digital technology

Stroke patients in four NHS hospitals are now receiving genetic tests that determine whether a commonly prescribed drug will work for them – a breakthrough that could transform treatment for…

Research

When scientific curiosity paves the way for improved healthcare: Read more about promising studies and trials that lead to more effective drugs, procedures as well as medical guidelines.

News • Health consequences of climate change

Heatwaves raise sleep apnoea risk in Europe

A major European study shows heatwaves increase the risk for obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). This finding has serious implications as climate change intensifies, the researchers say.

News • Selective degradation of neurons

ALS: Key mechanism behind motor function loss discovered

Why does amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or Lou Gehrig’s disease, attack motor neurons, the cells that control body movement, while others are spared? A new study may have found an answer.

News • Neurostimulation system

New implant partially restores vision in AMD patients

A novel subretinal implant could help patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) partially restore eyesight, a new study shows. Participants recovered their ability to read letters, numbers…

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