Genetic editing research approved in the UK
This is the first time that any form of “gene editing” of DNA in embryos has been approved in the world. Although it is illegal to implant the modified embryos… Read more »
Author Archives: Amy Flippant
Disastrous results after drug trial in France
On Friday 15th January the news broke that one person had been left brain-dead and another five people had been admitted to hospital after a medical trial for a new… Read more »
Superfoods in the spotlight in 2016
When the news broke that one of my guilty pleasures, black pudding had been given “superfood” status, english breakfast junkies across the world rejoiced! A “superfood” is more commonly associated… Read more »
Organ donors: finding the perfect match
Despite technological advancements in modern medicine, there are still millions of people across the world on waiting lists for one of the most important surgical procedures: organ transplantation. The reason… Read more »
Surviving your first Christmas as an expat
Christmas time has an undefinable magic about it; whether it be the decorations, time spent with family or nostalgia for your youth when the magic shone brighter, it’s a special… Read more »
Loneliness triggers the “fight or flight” switch
Loneliness is the dark side of expat life; the side that no one warns you about and which can envelop you when you least expect it. It is often the root… Read more »
Beyond the obvious: expat risks
It’s obvious that getting vaccinated and being wary of illnesses before moving abroad is important. After all, knowing what infectious animals or contagious diseases you are likely to come into… Read more »
Weekly health news update: 14 November 2014
International health news Ebola drug clinical trials to start – clinical trials to find cure for Ebola will kick off next month in West Africa. Dementia study questions revealed – B12 and… Read more »
New ‘vaping’ trend the future of recreational society?
According to a 2013 survey by Wells Fargo, the US investment bank, the answer is yes. They believe that e-cigarettes will be outselling conventional cigarettes within a decade. The idea… Read more »
First Ebola case identified in US – should we panic?
Media outlets have reported today that the deadly Ebola virus has hit US soil. Officials confirmed that an unidentified patient was admitted to the Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas… Read more »