A researcher from the University of Bristol Medical School has received a prestigious international award in recognition of her outstanding research into suicide prevention in low- and middle-income countries. Dr
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Very old people would feel more in control of their lives if they thought about a future move to assisted accommodation or residential care before health problems force them to
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A common diabetes medication can be used to treat patients with heart failure, according to new research. Scientists have found dapagliflozin – a drug that helps control blood sugar levels
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More research is urgently needed to improve the mental health of young people during and after cancer treatment and improve their access to clinical trials, concludes a new study published
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Patients with a serious lung injury could be helped by new method of monitoring recovery, a study suggests. The new system uses mathematical modelling to more accurately indicate how well
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One of the biggest Brexit worries is what will happen to the NHS when the UK leaves the EU. Among the many uncertainties is whether the NHS might be involved
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Men may be more likely to victim-blame women who are sexually harassed because they are more empathetic with the perpetrators, new research suggests. When asked to respond to a “clear-cut”
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Dogs can sniff out bacteria that is a major of cause of lung damage in people with cystic fibrosis before it takes hold, according to a study. Research found the
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Middle-aged adults with healthy hearts have a lower risk of developing dementia later in life, a study suggests. Following a series of cardiovascular recommendations could be a potential tool to
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Young children can pick up on their parents’ relationship problems – leaving them more likely to worry or scare easily, scientists say. The research also indicates expectant parents’ emotional struggles
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