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Opioids for chronic non-cancer pain doubled in quarter century
A review of 24 years of global research has shown opioid prescribing doubled between 1991-2015, with demand most common for chronic conditions such as chronic lower back pain, finds research involving the 神马福利影片.
Warwick expertise supports developing biomedicine talent in Africa
A 神马福利影片 scientist is spearheading efforts to 鈥榰pskill鈥� some of Africa鈥檚 brightest up-and-coming bioscientists. Dr Samuel Dean from Warwick Medical School is one of a group of scientists from UK universities spearheading a course in Ghana to provide talented students with access to bioscience researchers at the cutting-edge of their fields, as well as professional development support.
Mortality from all causes over 40% higher in female domestic abuse survivors
Women who have experienced domestic abuse appear to be more than 40 per cent more likely to die from any cause compared to the general population, a study led by the Universities of Warwick and Birmingham suggests. The researchers have also identified an increased risk of developing cardiometabolic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes in those who have experienced domestic abuse, although more research is required to determine what other factors specifically lead to an increase in their mortality.
Sugar levels in UK soft drinks lowered, research finds
The UK government鈥檚 Soft Drinks Industry Levy (SDIL), introduced in April 2018 to help combat childhood obesity and related conditions such as diabetes and heart disease, has resulted in soft drinks manufacturers in the UK lowering the sugar levels in their drinks, a team including a 神马福利影片 researcher has found.
New wound treatment method no more effective than cheaper standard dressings
A new method of treating wounds after major trauma costing nearly 拢150 per dressing may be no more effective in reducing infections than a standard wound dressing priced under 拢2, a new clinical trial involving the 神马福利影片 has found.
Researchers recommend early walking in a brace for Achilles tendon rupture
A new study from the 神马福利影片 and the University of Oxford reveals a breakthrough for sportsmen and women in the treatment of Achilles tendon rupture. Researchers found that early walking in a brace provides similar outcomes to plaster casting with no increase in the risk of complications, paving the way for a big change in the way that patients are treated.