National Institute for Health Research
Childhood cancer survivors at greater risk of ill health as they age – study
Researchers are now calling for long-term health effects to be considered when young people and their families initially consider treatment options.
Blood pressure drugs could protect against type 2 diabetes – study
In the UK 13.6 million people are estimated to be at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Whole genome sequencing improves diagnosis of rare diseases – study
Scientists say the study represents a significant step towards the goal of precision medicine.
Premature birth could be predicted earlier by test for bacteria, study suggests
Research showed that the presence of certain bacteria and chemicals was an indicator for early birth.
Covid-19 antibody levels vary according to vaccine and past infection – study
Two doses of the Oxford jab generate antibody levels that are 2.5 times lower against the Delta variant than the Pfizer vaccine, researchers found.
Cells from centre of tumours most likely to spread around body – study
Scientists hope their findings will lead to new treatment which could help block such migration.
First MS clinical trial with focus on people who cannot walk
People who are reliant on a wheelchair have so far not been included in clinical trials for multiple sclerosis.
Teenagers diagnosed with depression see attainment drop at GCSE, study suggests
The report suggests targeted educational support for pupils struggling with depression may especially benefit boys and those from poorer backgrounds.
Plaster casts as good as surgery for wrist fractures – study
Researchers say opting for a plaster cast can avoid the risk of surgery, while hospitals can keep service delivery simple and cost effective.
Giving some pregnant women a hormone ‘could prevent 8,450 miscarriages a year’
Women with a history of miscarriage who have early bleeding in their pregnancy could benefit from progesterone, researchers say.