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Three new publications in the high impact JAMA group of journals provide information that could shape the way in which patients with a genetic predisposition are screened for cancers associated with brain and nerve cell tumours, Lynch Syndrome and Li-Fraumeni Syndrome.
Continue reading full article: Manchester researchers uncover novel insights into early detection of cancer
A national study led by members of the Musculoskeletal Theme is the first of its kind to present young people’s priorities in rheumatology research, suggesting that young people would like to see a greater focus on basic science and psychosocial research into their conditions.
Continue reading full article: New research highlights research priorities for young people with rheumatic disease
The BRC has been busy this summer conducting scoping work to inform an ambitious, five year patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) strategy. Delivering exemplary PPIE across Greater Manchester, the strategy will serve both the BRC and the NIHR Manchester CRF.
Continue reading full article: NIHR Manchester BRC seeking people and patients to shape our research
Dying early (under age 75) is 20% more likely in northern compared with southern England according to research led by Professor Iain Buchan, Informatics and Data Sciences Lead.
Continue reading full article: North-South health divide bigger than ever with alarming rise in deaths of northern 25-44 year olds
BRC skin experts Richard Warren and Rachel Watson from the Dermatology Theme have been awarded chairs to mark the academic progress they are leading at The University of Manchester.
Continue reading full article: Dermatology researchers awarded Professorships
Dr Piers Dawes comments on the Lancet Commission on dementia prevention, intervention and care.
Continue reading full article: Dr Piers Dawes highlights the importance of research into the wider effects of hearing loss
The NIHR Manchester BRC and CRF launch event on 6 June 2017 represented a double celebration. An opportunity to share our aspirations for BRC and CRF, and also to mark the first anniversary of the GMHSCP devolution of the city region’s £6bn health and social care budget.
Continue reading full article: Collaboration and integration key to success, say leaders at launch event
In May Professor Kevin Munro attended the Phonak Paediatric Advisory Board in Nashville. Phonak is a leading international hearing device company with a particular interest in children with hearing loss.
Continue reading full article: Hearing Health Theme Lead attends international advisory group