A cross-continent health project is now aiming to address an emerging health crisis in East Africa, by creating lower-cost care for cancer patients. Led by The…
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International project aims to cut cancer deaths in East Africa
Liz forgot her fear of needles to pursue her nursing dream
Liz Westwood was inspired to become a nurse because of two important influences – her late mother and her work colleagues. For the last eight years,…
People person Stefan swapped a life in the skies for saving lives
As a self-professed “people person”, Stefan Franks feels at home pursuing a career in adult nursing. Having left school with GCSEs and BTECs in travel, Stefan…
Could an App replace a trip to the Doctor?
With news of a healthcare smartphone app which could diagnose medical conditions and aid GP services, expert in digital healthcare Professor Shailey Minocha weighs up the…
‘50% increased risk of miscarriage’ due to thrush drug? OU statistician reveals the real risk to pregnant women
Professor Kevin McConway, Professor of Applied Statistics, writes about the numbers behind the headlines and reveals the real risk of miscarriage to pregnant women who are…