Funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and the Department of Health and Social Care, DaRe2THINK is an entirely new way of running large clinical trials for patient … Continue reading “Novel approach to clinical trials could prove ‘transformational’”
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New treatment could spare early-stage rectal cancer patients life-altering side effects
A new and less invasive treatment developed by Cancer Research UK researchers is safer than standard major surgery for early-stage rectal cancer, giving patients a better quality of life with … Continue reading “New treatment could spare early-stage rectal cancer patients life-altering side effects”
Landmark non-alcoholic fatty liver disease trial identifies new treatment
An international trial, with Birmingham providing one of the lead investigators, has identified a potential drug therapy to reverse non-alcoholic fatty liver disease – a condition for which there is … Continue reading “Landmark non-alcoholic fatty liver disease trial identifies new treatment”
Genomic sequencing and COVID-19
Genomics can be incredibly valuable in tracking and managing infectious disease outbreaks. From salmonella and TB to Ebola and the current COVID-19 pandemic, genomic sequencing has proven to be one … Continue reading “Genomic sequencing and COVID-19”
Centre of Excellence award for BHP Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Centre
The Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology centre in Birmingham is officially world class after achieving prestigious international recognition. The West Midlands Allergy and Immunology service at University Hospitals Birmingham (UHB) … Continue reading “Centre of Excellence award for BHP Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Centre”