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Influential research into the link between Lynch syndrome and womb cancer, supported by the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Manchester, has been awarded a prestigious NIHR Impact Prize.
Continue reading full article: Manchester cancer research team awarded prestigious NIHR20 Impact Prize
A new test to identify cells collected from urine and vaginal fluid could help rule out womb and other cancers in most women who experience bleeding after the menopause.
Continue reading full article: Simple test could take the pain out of womb cancer check
Women with a higher Body Mass Index in early adulthood may have a lower risk of developing breast cancer after the menopause because of lasting changes in the structure of their breast tissue.
Continue reading full article: Breast density clue for cancer risk
Most people in the UK already monitor their own health and wellbeing, and an overwhelming majority would be happy to do more if advised by the NHS, according to a new University of Manchester led study.
Continue reading full article: Britons embrace DIY health checks
An innovative NHS test developed in Manchester can help detect if patients with chronic health conditions are not taking their prescribed medications, known as non-adherence, which can often lead to further health problems.
Continue reading full article: Manchester researchers lead the way in large-scale medication adherence screening
New funding has been secured to help more healthcare professionals train as researchers through the Forward North doctoral programme.
Continue reading full article: Funding boost expands healthcare PhD training across the North
Researchers at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust and The University of Manchester continue to revolutionise the diagnosis of Perrault syndrome, with the latest discovery of a new genetic cause for the rare condition linked to hearing loss and infertility.
Continue reading full article: Manchester-led research finds surprising cause of rare inherited condition linked to hearing loss and infertility
In her latest blog Professor Anne Barton, Director of Manchester BRC, gives an overview of our annual report for 2025/26.
Continue reading full article: Embed, Build, Accelerate – Manchester BRC Director’s blog – August 2026