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Anti-alpha-Gal antibodies: which candidates did more than bind an allergen?
Of 42 antibodies identified, a few blocked patient IgE binding and AG028 also suppressed a laboratory cell response. Clinical protection has not been tested.
Could early C. difficile colonisation alter gut development? Evidence across models
Neonatal mice showed lasting epithelial changes after early colonisation. Laboratory models and limited infant material add clues, but human long-term risk is unknown.
Patient hoists: why a scheduled inspection is only part of transfer safety
An MHRA alert connects checks before each transfer with sling compatibility, patient assessment, maintenance and staff training across care settings.
China’s 79-character pathology index: what follows a shared record identifier?
A national coding rule is intended to identify each pathology examination consistently. Its effect on access and clinical use still depends on data and governance.
China’s price pre-approval: what can hospitals prepare before a technology is authorised?
China’s new process lets hospitals plan a medical service pricing route earlier, while clinical authorisation and permission to charge remain separate decisions.
