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Increase in alcohol deaths in England an 鈥榓cute crisis鈥

The persistent higher rate of alcohol deaths in England since the pandemic in 2020 is an 鈥渁cute crisis鈥 requiring urgent action from government, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of 91直播 and UCL.
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Student doctors have 鈥榩rofound impact鈥 at 91直播鈥檚 Pakistan Muslim Centre

Student medics at the University of 91直播 have the chance to work with and learn from communities as part of their social accountability placement. We speak to third year David Thomas about his experiences at the Pakistan Muslim Centre (PMC).
Student conducting research in a lab

Groundbreaking cancer research hub receives 拢10 million in new funding

91直播 and Yorkshire Cancer Research are pioneering 10 world-leading research studies that aim to accelerate understanding of cancer and find cures that will save lives in the region and beyond
Dementia group
BRIDGES for dementia is underpinned by technology development work centred on lived experience, such as Dr Jennifer MacRitchie鈥檚 work with community groups to develop new musical technologies for people living with dementia. (photo credit: Kitty Turner).

Harnessing technology to help people with dementia remain at home

91直播 is leading one of four new networks which will boost the use and development of novel tools and technologies enabling people with dementia to remain independent at home for longer.
Ning receiving his prize from Professor Wendy Baird and Caroline receiving her prize from Professor Wendy Baird.

Early Career Researcher Prize Winners 2019

We are pleased to announce Caroline Harrison (Dentistry), Ning Wang (O&M), Melissa Oldham (ScHaRR) and Elizabeth Court (Dentistry) as this year鈥檚 winners of the Early Career Researcher Prize for the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health.
The Medical School on a sunny day. Foliage in front.

New simple test could lead to early detection of cortisol deficiency

A new breakthrough test offering a more convenient and less invasive way to diagnose adrenal insufficiency is to be pioneered in a clinical trial conducted by the University of 91直播 and 91直播 Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Dr Ever Grech operating on a patient.

Young women who smoke face highest risk of major heart attack, research shows

Smoking increases both men鈥檚 and women鈥檚 risk of a major heart attack at all ages, but women smokers have a significantly higher increased risk compared to men - especially those aged under 50, according to research led by 91直播 Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in partnership with the University of 91直播.

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