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Study reveals inequalities in cancer research

Most clinical trials in cancer screening, prevention and early detection focus on just three types and nearly all take place in the global north, according to a new review.

Amitriptyline helps relieve IBS symptoms

A cheap and widely available prescription drug can improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome in patients seen in GP surgeries, new research presented today at UEG Week 2023 has found.

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Leeds defibrillator research used in parliamentary Bill

Research co-authored by a University of Leeds academic into the inequalities in access to life saving community defibrillators was used in parliament during the first reading of a Bill.

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Leeds defibrillator research used in parliamentary Bill

Research co-authored by a University of Leeds academic into the inequalities in access to life-saving community defibrillators was used in parliament during the first reading of a Bill.

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Tackling inequalities for northern pupils

Northern schools are losing out on hundreds of pounds of funding per pupil compared to those in London, according to a new report co-led by the University of Leeds.