Researchers have discovered five inherited genetic differences that can increase the risk of men developing an aggressive form of prostate cancer. The researchers hope that their findings could eventually pave the way for a simple blood test to identify patients who need aggressive treatment and those who would benefit from a more conservative monitoring before treatment approach. The […]
Simon Thompson elected Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences
Professor Simon Thompson, Director of Research, Department of Public Health and Primary Care, was elected to the Academy Fellowship following the Council meeting in April 2011. Forty distinguished medical researchers will be recognised for the contributions to medical science this year. “Fellowship of the Academy is based on exceptional contributions to the medical sciences either […]
Theory Goes Pear Shaped: “Apple Shape” No Worse For Heart
A new international study funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC) and the British Heart Foundation (BHF) challenges the idea that obese people with an apple shape (fat deposition on the middle of the body) are at higher risk of heart attacks and strokes than obese people with other types of fat distribution. The Emerging […]
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