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This area contains news from the University since October 2020. For stories from 2010 to October 2020, use the 'News archive' above or search at the top of the page.
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Minimum pricing for tobacco could help to reduce smoking rates in Scotland, new research suggests

New research from the University of Sheffield has assessed the potential effectiveness of minimum pricing policies for tobacco that could help reduce smoking rates and improve health in Scotland.

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Rising rates of head and neck cancers in England

A new report from the University of Sheffield in collaboration with the Department of Health and Social Care, which analysed data from 2013 to 2020, found a significant increase in head and neck cancer
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The University of Sheffield-led study found PP mesh fibres became stiffer and showed signs of degradation 60 days after implantation, as seen in this 3D tomography image.

Vaginal mesh scandal: new evidence reveals further failings

New evidence of the failings of the material at the centre of the vaginal mesh scandal has been revealed by a major study by researchers at the University of Sheffield.
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Text message reminders can help improve oral health in teenagers

New school-based initiatives including oral health lessons and text message reminders can help to improve tooth brushing habits in teenagers, particularly those from low-income families
Water

New biofilms study could lead to a more sustainable water industry

Slightly reducing the amount of disinfectant residuals we use to maintain clean drinking water could deliver significant improvements to water quality while making our drinking water systems more sustainable.
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Festival of Social Science to highlight our ability to adapt to new challenges and solve complex problems

The UK’s Festival of Social Science is heading back to the University of Sheffield this November to help us explore new perspectives on our future and reorganise our ways of living following the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Arthritis drug to be investigated as possible treatment for vascular dementia

Scientists from the University of Sheffield and University of Manchester have been awarded £265,000 from the British Heart Foundation, to investigate the links between vascular dementia and heart disease.
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University of Sheffield switches to renewable electricity

The University of Sheffield has signed new electricity contracts, making its purchased supply 100 percent renewable for the first time.