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Increase in alcohol deaths in England an ‘acute crisis’

The persistent higher rate of alcohol deaths in England since the pandemic in 2020 is an “acute crisis” requiring urgent action from government, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Sheffield and UCL.
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Student doctors have ‘profound impact’ at Sheffield’s Pakistan Muslim Centre

Student medics at the University of Sheffield have the chance to work with and learn from communities as part of their social accountability placement. We speak to third year David Thomas about his experiences at the Pakistan Muslim Centre (PMC).
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Groundbreaking cancer research hub receives £10 million in new funding

The University of Sheffield and Yorkshire Cancer Research are pioneering 10 world-leading research studies that aim to accelerate understanding of cancer and find cures that will save lives in the region and beyond
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BRIDGES for dementia is underpinned by technology development work centred on lived experience, such as Dr Jennifer MacRitchie’s work with community groups to develop new musical technologies for people living with dementia. (photo credit: Kitty Turner).

Harnessing technology to help people with dementia remain at home

The University of Sheffield is leading one of four new networks which will boost the use and development of novel tools and technologies enabling people with dementia to remain independent at home for longer.
Three members of staff participating in The Big Walk posing outside the Students' Union.

The University of Sheffield Big Walk 2019

Well done to Insigneo Director of Research Professor Jim Wild and Insigneo member Professor Allan Lawrie – Professor of Translational Cardiopulmonary Science in the Department of Infection, Immunity & Cardiovascular Disease (pictured above with Amy Jones – International Recruitment Manager), and all of our colleagues who completed the 37 mile Big Walk, raising crucial funds for student scholarships.

| Institute for in silico Medicine.
Professor Rob Storey in the operating theatre.

Research In Focus - Professor Rob Storey

Researchers and clinicians from Sheffield were instrumental in the development of ticagrelor, a drug that reduces the risk of blood clots in heart attack patients. It has saved the lives of thousands of people around the world since its discovery over 20 years ago.

| University of Sheffield Alumni Magazine 2019/20
Ning receiving his prize from Professor Wendy Baird and Caroline receiving her prize from Professor Wendy Baird.

Early Career Researcher Prize Winners 2019

We are pleased to announce Caroline Harrison (Dentistry), Ning Wang (O&M), Melissa Oldham (ScHaRR) and Elizabeth Court (Dentistry) as this year’s winners of the Early Career Researcher Prize for the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health.
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New simple test could lead to early detection of cortisol deficiency

A new breakthrough test offering a more convenient and less invasive way to diagnose adrenal insufficiency is to be pioneered in a clinical trial conducted by the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Dr Ever Grech operating on a patient.

Young women who smoke face highest risk of major heart attack, research shows

Smoking increases both men’s and women’s risk of a major heart attack at all ages, but women smokers have a significantly higher increased risk compared to men - especially those aged under 50, according to research led by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in partnership with the University of Sheffield.

| The University of Sheffield