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Manchester research has shown flare-ups in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, the UK’s fourth leading cause of death, can be reduced by 20% by a combined triple inhaler.
Continue reading full article: Trial of new triple inhaler shows 20% reduction in COPD flare-ups
Bedcovers which form a barrier to house dust mites appear to reduce asthma flare-ups in children, according to new research conducted in Manchester.
Continue reading full article: Mite-proof bedcovers may reduce asthma flare-ups in children
Two new publications, supported by the NIHR Manchester Musculoskeletal Biomedical Research Unit, provide new information that could help better diagnosis and treatment of Inclusion Body Myositis (IBM), a rare musculoskeletal condition.
Continue reading full article: Manchester researchers provide new insight into rare musculoskeletal condition
Manchester researchers achieved peer recognition for their approach to cancer prevention and early diagnosis (PED), at a recent Cancer Research UK conference.
Continue reading full article: Cancer PED poster recognised at national conference
Five research theme leads from the Musculoskeletal BRU have been included in a list of the top 30 most cited rheumatology authors in the Europe.
Continue reading full article: Manchester leads the way among most cited European rheumatology researchers
Opportunities to apply for NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre PhD studentships, starting from September.
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A partnership between The University of Manchester and University of South Manchester Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised as a centre of excellence for the diagnosis and treatment of aspergillosis and other fungal infections.
Continue reading full article: Manchester recognised as a centre of excellence for fungal respiratory infections
A £6.7 million financial boost has been awarded to Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust (SRFT) to create a city-wide early translational patient safety research programme, along with its fellow MAHSC partner, The University of Manchester.
Continue reading full article: £6.7m NIHR funding secured for patient safety research