News in the College Back to 'Medical and Dental Sciences' Latest news from the College of Medical and Dental Sciences Patients at high health risk during India floods benefit from £3 million project Description:National Institute for Health and Care Research funding to develop healthcare interventions to protect vulnerable Indian patients at risk from seasonal floodingDate:25 January 2024 Lockdown air quality boost in Oxford helped 41% reduction in adult asthma hospital stays Description:Reductions in Nitrogen Dioxide and Particular Matter combined with fine weather during 2020 led to cleaner air conditions compared to previous five-year averageDate:24 January 2024 What is behind ageing’s causal wheel? Description:New discussion paper evaluates research on causal factors of human ageing and identifies gaps in knowledgeDate:19 January 2024 Professor Cara Bailey appointed to new joint role at St Giles Hospice Description:Alongside her work at the University, Professor Bailey will work with St Giles two days a week to support the Hospice to build an enhanced research profile. Date:12 January 2024 Birmingham team secure award for their excellence in research Description:The University of Birmingham’s STANDING Together Team were recognised for their outstanding commitment to involving patients and the public in their work.Date:12 January 2024 Combining anti-tumour drugs with chemo may improve rare children’s cancer outcomes Description:Phase 2 trial found adding Bevacizumab to different chemotherapy drugs led to more patients’ tumours shrinking, which has helped to change routine UK treatment.Date:09 January 2024 Long COVID increases costs of primary care consultations each year Description:Data from almost a million patient healthcare records show at least £23m extra bill for GP appointments 12 weeks after Covid diagnosisDate:09 January 2024 82% of asthma hospitalisations not getting recommended two-day follow-up Description:Epidemiological study shows significant numbers of asthma patients not receiving standard level of care, and worse for black patientsDate:09 January 2024 One in four e-scooter users admit riding under the influence Description:Review of existing literature and West Midlands-based survey suggests that risk-taking behaviour may be contributing to higher numbers of rider injuries Date:21 December 2023 Birmingham joins partnership to increase diversity in community-led research Description:The University of Birmingham’s NIHR infrastructures will help to identify gaps in community led research to help engage underrepresented groups. Date:20 December 2023 Finding and targeting a tumour’s sweet spot to eradicate aggressive form of leukemia Description:Screening research found that removal of RUNX1 transcription factor and target gene could lead to network collapse and cancer cell deathDate:20 December 2023 World first sustainable surgery research conference held Description:Launch of first ever global clinical trial testing safety of reusable surgical gowns and drapesDate:19 December 2023 Previous6789101112Next