A new approach to the treatment of malaria in pregnant women in West Africa A new approach to treatment for pregnant women suffering from malaria in west Africa has been found to be both safe and effective, following a randomised trial carried out by a team based in Ghana and at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM). view more (2006-10-13)
JDRF funded study links 'hygiene hypothesis' to diabetes prevention A research study funded by JDRF suggests that a common intestinal bacteria may provide some protection from developing type 1 diabetes. The findings provide an important step towards understanding how and why type 1 diabetes develops in people, and may lead to potential cures. view more (2008-10-07)