New research suggests early life factors could increase prostate cancer risk
Factors that influence when boys go through puberty could affect a man’s future risk of…
General practice in England nearing ‘saturation point’ as study reveals extent of GP workload increase
The largest analysis of GP and nurse consultations to date shows workloads in general practice…
UWE are recruiting people to find out about their experiences of dementia
The University of the West of England (UWE) is currently recruiting older people and their…
REACT study launches
A new study called REACT (Relatives Education And Coping Toolkit) launches in March. The study…
Researchers uncover the factors associated with hospital deaths in the oldest old
Researchers from the University of Bristol and Public Health England have found that, although the…
New research programme aims to improve healthcare professionals' approach to domestic violence
Researchers at the University of Bristol have received more than £2.5 million from the National…
NICE guidance released on midlife approaches to delay / prevent dementia
NICE have produced guidance covering mid-life approaches to delay or prevent the onset of dementia,…
Autism genes are in all of us, new research reveals
New light has been shed on the genetic relationship between autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) and…
Railway suicide rates climb despite industry efforts
Railway suicide rates in England and Wales have risen since the year 2000 despite measures…
Antibiotic resistance in children is high and associated with previous antibiotic use
Antibiotic resistance in children with urinary infections is high and could render some antibiotics ineffective…
Pregnant mother’s weight, glucose and blood pressure affect baby’s size
Being overweight or obese in pregnancy causes babies to be born larger, according to new…
Health care heroes honoured in Bristol Health and Care Awards
Some of Bristol’s most hardworking and talented health workers were honoured at a sparkling awards…
