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Time of day link to heart surgery outcomes likely

Heart surgery beginning in the late morning is linked to a modest increase in cardiovascular mortality when compared to other times of the day, according to a study supported by Manchester BRC.

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New research in Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding’s name aims to stop breast cancer before it starts

The second phase of a groundbreaking breast cancer study created in the name of Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding, has seen the appointment of a senior research fellow.

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Test shows when safe to stop antibiotics in sepsis patients

A simple blood test can tell doctors when it is safe to stop antibiotics in patients recovering from sepsis, a review led by University of Manchester researchers has found.

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Inside HealthTech Research: Working in partnership to tackle sepsis and antimicrobial resistance

Author: Dr Timothy Felton

In this blog, Professor Tim Felton, Director of the NIHR HealthTech Research Centre (HRC) in Emergency and Acute Care, shares how Manchester’s NIHR infrastructure joined forces to tackle one of healthcare’s most pressing challenges: sepsis and antimicrobial resistance.

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Early access to support linked to better recovery after Manchester Arena attack, studies find

Two new studies have found that people affected by the 2017 Manchester Arena terrorist attack showed improvement in mental health after engaging with dedicated support services.

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Cancer Detectives: Finding the Cures

Professor Caroline Dive CBE, Cancer Precision Medicine Theme Co-Lead at the NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre, will appear in the third episode of Cancer Detectives: Finding the Cures on Channel 4.

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New research confirms HPV vaccination prevents cervical cancer

Two new Cochrane reviews involving Professor Emma Crosbie from Manchester BRC show strong and consistent evidence that Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines are effective in preventing cervical cancer and pre-cancerous changes.

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New hope for children with devastating rare genetic disorder, thanks to world-first research in Manchester

The parents of a three-year-old boy born with a devastating, life-limiting genetic condition say they are now excited for his future after he received a revolutionary stem cell gene therapy treatment developed by researchers in Manchester.

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