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Neurorobot research could lead to new epilepsy treatment

By Liz Wells 21 January 2025

Researchers from the University of Glasgow are set to lead a £4m new project to investigate the potential of ‘neurobots’ to treat epilepsy.

Devon trust uses algorithm to spot cancer warning signs in blood tests

By Liz Wells 20 January 2025

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has become the first trust to apply a new algorithm to routine blood analysis, which can detect differences in raised blood platelet level...

Calorie labelling leads to 'modest reductions' in food selection and consumption

By Liz Wells 20 January 2025

Calorie labelling of food on menus and products leads people to choose slightly fewer calories, new research reveals.

Technology 'isn't sole solution' to NHS crisis

By Liz Wells 20 January 2025

The employment crisis for clinical and non-clinical roles in healthcare needs to be prioritised over technology and AI, according to the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo).

Charity highlights cost of cervical screening knowledge gap

By Liz Wells 20 January 2025

A lack of knowledge about cervical screenings is ‘costing lives’, according to a cancer charity.

Barts Health group names new chair

By Liz Wells 17 January 2025

Barts Health group has appointed Professor Ian Jacobs, a leading cancer surgeon and expert in health and higher education, as its next chair.

The Royal London Hospital's enhanced technology to benefit stroke patients

By Liz Wells 17 January 2025

Stroke patients will benefit from quicker and more accurate treatment thanks to a state-of-the-art scanner at The Royal London Hospital.

Pharmacy closures in 2024 second highest on record

By Liz Wells 17 January 2025

Four pharmacies shut permanently every week in England last year, new research reveals.

NHS South West London selects new chief executive

By Liz Wells 16 January 2025

NHS South West London has appointed Katie Fisher as its new chief executive.

Royal Bolton introduces digital post mortems

By Liz Wells 16 January 2025

Royal Bolton Hospital has introduced digital autopsies in partnership with Digital Autopsy UK and Manchester West Coronial Service.