Uncategorised - European Medical Journal

Vaccine vials in a fridge

Fridge-free vaccine shows promise in early trial

A new fridge-free vaccine for tetanus and diphtheria has shown early promise in human trials.

Sleep Disturbances Shape Recovery After Paediatric Brain Injury

Sleep Disturbances Shape Recovery After Paediatric Brain Injury

New research links sleep disturbances after paediatric brain injury to behavioural difficulties, suggesting sleep could be an important target for early clinical intervention.

Erratum: Immunological pathways and strategies in SLE

Slow NHS Weight Loss Drug Rollout Drives Londoners to Unsafe Use

Londoners are tuning to unsafe alternatives as NHS rollout of weight loss drugs stalls, according to a new report from the London Assembly Health Committee.

ribosome biogenesis

Ribosome Biogenesis Target Identified in Acute Myeloid Leukaemia

A study identifies the ribosome biogenesis factor MYBBP1A as essential for acute myeloid leukaemia cell growth, revealing a potential therapeutic vulnerability.

AAV gene therapy

Epigenetic Silencing Challenges AAV Gene Therapy Durability

Analysis of patient liver biopsies and cell models suggests epigenetic silencing may limit durability of AAV gene therapy, offering insight into long term variability in haemophilia treatment.

Key Priorities for Next-Generation Adrenaline Auto-Injectors

Among the most highly prioritised features were a longer product shelf life and improved storage conditions, both receiving a median importance score of 9.

HFOV May Reduce Lung Disease in Preterm Infants

High-frequency oscillatory ventilation (HFOV) reduced bronchopulmonary dysplasia in preterm infants with neonatal respiratory distress.

Prostate Cancer Screening: Quality of Life Impact Study - EMJ

EAU 2026: Prostate Cancer Screening Has Low Impact on QoL and Anxiety

EAU 2026 data show prostate cancer screening has minimal impact on men’s quality of life and health anxiety, helping fill a key evidence gap for screening policy.

South Africa Moves to Produce Lenacapavir Locally

South Africa is exploring local production of lenacapavir, a long-acting HIV prevention drug, to improve regional access and strengthen supply chains.