
By Ruth Dixon, Programme Lead, Challenge Works Humans are social creatures – connection to others is vital for good health...















Atrogi has dosed the first volunteers in a human trial of ATR-258, a muscle-preserving drug designed to help people lose fat without losing muscle. The eight-week...

MINNESOTA-based Medtronic has agreed to acquire neurovascular technology company Scientia Vascular for US$550m. Scientia’s neurovascular access devices are used to navigate the brain’s complex vasculature, helping...

A new report by Clue has revealed the ‘Cost of Bleeding’ – a deep dive into the true cost of menstruation and the impact of related...

Osteoporosis drugs may lower dementia risk, with a study suggesting one widely used treatment could help prevent Alzheimer’s and related dementias. The research found that nitrogen-containing...

Routine blood pressure checks could help flag dementia risk, according to two studies tracking changes in blood vessel stiffness over time. The findings add to growing...

A prebiotic fibre supplement may ease arthritis pain and improve grip strength in people with knee osteoarthritis, a study suggests. The daily supplement, made from inulin,...