Cardiology
Time does not heal 'broken heart syndrome,' new research finds
An acute heart condition previously thought to recover spontaneously does not necessarily heal with time, new Aberdeen research has found.
Dec 17, 2014
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Health
New research suggests shape of our spines is key to lifting correctly
'Bend your knees and keep your back straight' is the mantra for lifting heavy objects but new research led by University of Aberdeen academics suggests this approach may not work for everyone when it comes to back care.
Nov 14, 2014
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Overweight & Obesity
Researchers create new guide to help men lose weight
A new 'How to' guide launched today by the Men's Health Forum charity - and based on research led by the University of Aberdeen - is the first to show how to adapt and run weight-loss programmes so they are tailored specifically ...
Nov 13, 2014
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Addiction
Ground-breaking research shows frequency of addiction to over-the-counter medicines
Participants are being sought for a new phase of a ground-breaking study into addiction to over-the-counter medicines, also known as non-prescription medicines.
Nov 3, 2014
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Student inventors create detection system for African sleeping sickness
Six University of Aberdeen students will head to Boston on Wednesday to a major international science competition to showcase a new diagnostic tool they have created.
Oct 27, 2014
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Oncology & Cancer
Moderate delays in cancer treatment may have no effect on patient outcomes
Delays between a patient presenting with symptoms of colorectal cancer to their GP and receiving treatment may have no impact on survival rates, according to a study by academics at the University of Aberdeen.
Oct 22, 2014
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Health
Pharmacists could save the NHS GBP 1 billion by treating common ailments
New research from the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) shows that common ailments such as coughs and sore throats cost the NHS an extra £1.1 billion a year when patients are treated at A&E or GP surgeries rather than at ...
Oct 21, 2014
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Ophthalmology
Researchers aiming to improve global standards for detection of leading cause of blindness
Diabetic retinopathy - a common complication of diabetes which occurs when high blood sugar levels damage the cells at the back of the eye - is the biggest cause of blindness in the working population globally.
Oct 3, 2014
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Cardiology
Research provides new understanding of emotional impact of stroke
The physical challenges associated with recovery from a stroke are well documented however the impact of a stroke on emotion is less well understood.
Oct 1, 2014
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Health
New study detects early metabolic signals that our bodies are not coping with diet or lifestyle
New research from the University of Aberdeen's Rowett Institute of Nutrition and Health has identified gene markers which could provide early signals that our bodies are not coping with diet or lifestyle choices.
Oct 1, 2014
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