Oncology & Cancer
Blood test could shorten hospital stays for children with cancer
A new blood test could help to safely cut hospital stays for children with cancer who develop a fever, a new study has shown.
Mar 18, 2022
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University of York
Psychology & Psychiatry
New research suggests newly bereaved parents need extended time with their children
New research has found that allowing newly bereaved parents to have extended time with their baby or child is highly valued and has lasting impacts.
Jan 25, 2022
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Health informatics
High levels of ingested microplastics in humans have the potential for harmful effects
The research—the first of its kind to quantify the levels of microplastics which may lead to harmful effects in human cells—has been led by researchers at the Hull York Medical School and the University of Hull.
Dec 9, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Assistance dogs significantly improve the lives of people living with hearing loss
The PEDRO study—led by the University of York—found that assistance dogs for deaf people significantly improve wellbeing, mental health and independence, and reduce social isolation and fearfulness.
Nov 30, 2021
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Gerontology & Geriatrics
Ground-breaking trial prevents loneliness among older people during COVID pandemic
A simple form of talking therapy, delivered by trained support workers over the telephone, reduced loneliness in older people left isolated during the pandemic, the initial results of a new study have revealed.
Oct 12, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Nature-based activities can improve mood and reduce anxiety, new study shows
Outdoor nature-based activities are effective for improving mental health in adults, including those with pre-existing mental health problems, a new study has found.
Oct 7, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Sibling bullying associated with poor mental health outcomes years later, new study finds
Young people who are repeatedly bullied by siblings are more likely to suffer from poor mental health and wellbeing issues later in adolescence, a new study has suggested.
Sep 30, 2021
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Health
More mental health support needed for frontline workers tackling COVID, study reveals
More support needs to be put in place for hospital workers dealing with the COVID pandemic after a global review of studies found high levels of depression, PTSD, anxiety and burn-out amongst frontline staff.
Aug 4, 2021
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Health
Smokeless tobacco used more by pregnant women in South East Asia than non-pregnant women
Pregnant women in South East Asia are more likely to use smokeless tobacco than non-pregnant women, despite the added risk of foetal harm during pregnancy.
Jul 22, 2021
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Medical research
Reporting of adverse effects in drug trials has only improved slightly in 17 years
Researchers, including academics from the University of York, analyzed systematic reviews of 1,200 Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs) to assess whether reporting had improved over time.
Jul 8, 2021
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