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Areas with more alcohol vendors have higher hospital admission rates
Areas with a high density of alcohol outlets have higher drink-related hospital admission rates, a new study from the University of Sheffield has found.
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Largest oral HPV study in England shows infection rates lower than expected but sex and smoking biggest risk factors
Infection rates of high risk human papillomavirus (HR-HPV) oral infection in England are lower than expected, compared to previous US studies.
Categorised under: Medicine, dentistry and health, Engineering and Research
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Alternative patient-controlled pain relief drug could significantly reduce the number of epidurals
An alternative patient-controlled pain relief drug could significantly reduce the number of women requiring an epidural during childbirth, a new study has revealed.
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Revolutionary research to help thousands losing their sight to ‘silent epidemic’
Pioneering research which will help thousands of people across the globe at risk of losing their sight to a ‘silent epidemic’ of eye infections has been launched at the University of Sheffield.
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Stem cell transplants to be used in treating Crohn’s disease
A pioneering clinical trial has begun which will use stem cell transplants to grow new immune systems for people with untreatable Crohn’s disease.
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World-leading oncologist joins University of Sheffield to further accelerate translational cancer research
A world-leading oncologist has joined the University of Sheffield, helping to further accelerate translational cancer research in the region.
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Ground breaking research into rare bone cancer funded by inspirational legacy
A ground breaking research project into a rare type of bone cancer which affects young adults, has been made possible thanks to the legacy of an inspirational teenager.
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Crowdsourcing friendly bacteria helps superbug cause infection
Antimicrobial resistant pathogens crowdsource friendly bacteria to survive in immune cells and cause disease, a new study by the University of Sheffield has revealed.
Categorised under: Medicine, dentistry and health, Research and Science
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Nutritional study aims to improve quality of life for MND patients
A pioneering study examining the nutritional management of people with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) will help to improve care and treatment for patients.
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Proud to celebrate NHS's 70th anniversary
The University of Sheffield and Sheffield’s NHS is today (5 July 2018) coming together to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the National Health Service.
Categorised under: Medicine, dentistry and health, Community and Research
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Computer therapy can help people with aphasia find lost words
Computer therapy can help people with aphasia learn new words even years after a stroke, a new study conducted by the University of Sheffield has revealed.
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Plaster which sticks inside the mouth will revolutionise treatment of oral conditions
A plaster which sticks to the inside of your mouth is revolutionising the treatment of painful recurring ulcers.
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Children’s immune system could hold the key to preventing sepsis
Children’s immune systems could hold the key to preventing life-threatening infections and sepsis, a new study has revealed.
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Photography exhibition provides glimpse into the lives of refugees
A new exhibition featuring photos that show the lives and experiences of refugee and asylum seeking children is being launched next week (19 June 2018) as part of a city-wide festival.
Categorised under: Medicine, dentistry and health, Community, Events and Research
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Queen’s Birthday Honours awarded for outstanding contributions to healthcare and science
The University of Sheffield was delighted to learn that Professor Pamela Enderby and Sheffield alumna Professor Julia Buckingham were recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours for their outstanding contributions to healthcare and science.
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