The UK is facing a surge in measles cases, with more than 1,600 suspected infections reported in 2023, compared to 735 in 2022. Health officials have declared a national health incident and urged parents to check if their children have had the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) jab. Measles is...
A breakthrough blood test for Alzheimer’s disease
A new study suggests that a simple blood test could be used to screen for Alzheimer’s disease with high accuracy, even before symptoms begin to show. The test measures a type of protein called phosphorylated tau, or p-tau, which increases in the blood as the disease progresses. P-tau is a...
Cameroon begins historic nationwide malaria vaccine rollout
Cameroon has become the first country in the world to launch a nationwide malaria vaccination programme, offering a new hope for millions of children at risk of the deadly disease. The programme, which started on Monday, January 22, 2024, aims to reach all infants under six months old with four...
Why are dolphins attacking baby manatees in Belize?
Dolphins are usually seen as friendly and intelligent animals, but they have a dark side that may surprise you. Scientists have discovered that bottlenose dolphins are targeting and harming baby manatees in the Caribbean, for reasons that are not clear. A team of researchers from the International Foundation for Nature...
How a fishing ban in the Bay of Biscay affects dolphins and fishermen
The Bay of Biscay, a large gulf off the western coast of France and northern Spain, is home to a rich biodiversity of marine life, including dolphins. However, these dolphins are also facing a serious threat from fishing activities, which often result in their accidental capture and death. To protect...