Reducing health inequalities for mothers and babies
Culture and communication barriers can prevent migrant women from accessing maternity care. Our work on the ORAMMA project is helping to develop a solution
Harnessing the power of song to spread life-saving health messages
Mothers have sung lullabies to their babies for thousands of years. We’ve found a new way to use this age-old tradition.
How could a specially designed bra help women with breast cancer?
Our team of researchers have designed a bra that could make radiotherapy more dignified – and help to better target treatment to the breast
How can a 3D printer help a child breathe?
Our researchers are using 3D printing to make a face mask that fits better
How we’re using exercise to improve the lives of people with MS
Our researchers are rewriting the rulebook on how to treat the symptoms of multiple sclerosis — and, in the process, improving the quality of life for thousands of people.
How thermal imaging could help improve post-caesarean care
A new technique could give clinicians a fast, reliable way of spotting wound infections — and could even help rationalise the use of antibiotics
Making HIV nursing care work for patients
There are over 100,000 people living with HIV in the UK. Our research is helping them get the care they deserve.
Using virtual reality to reduce pain and aid rehabilitation
Our researchers are making life-changing links between virtual reality (VR) and healthcare to help patients recover from serious injuries.
How we’re giving cancer survivors a better quality of life
Our research about how exercise and lifestyle changes can help cancer survivors has changed international guidelines on treating cancer — and improved countless lives.
Exposing the hidden costs of gambling
Our research is raising awareness of gambling-related harm — and improving support for the families most affected.