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Professor David Sanders honoured for his transforming work in nutrition and patient care

Professor Sanders has been awarded the Complete Nutrition (CN) Magazine Outstanding Achievement Award for his significant contributions to nutrition and patient care.
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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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Hope for stroke survivors invited to join innovative trial testing a game-changing device for those living with arm weakness

People who’ve had a stroke within the last decade are being invited to test a portable, pacemaker-like device designed to help them regain arm strength.
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A successful day of networking, learning, and collaboration

On 17 October, the University hosted a dedicated Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP) Day to provide our academic and professional services staff with valuable insights into this innovative programme.

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Testosterone replacement benefits young male cancer survivors

Young male cancer survivors may significantly benefit from testosterone replacement therapy - especially after testicular cancer - according to the first ever clinical trial of its kind.
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Sheffield hosts second annual Medical School’s Athena SWAN event

On Wednesday 11th September, the University of Sheffield’s Medical School hosted the second annual meeting of the UK Medical Schools Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Athena SWAN Network.
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Gluten-free diets won’t help healthy guts

People who are already healthy may not benefit from a gluten-free diet
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Sheffield scientists identify new potential treatment pathway for cardiovascular disease

Scientists have shown for the first time that a protein expressed in immune cells contributes to the development of cardiovascular disease
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University of Sheffield cancer researcher named among Nation’s Lifesavers

Professor Thomas Helleday, a scientist from the University of Sheffield has been recognised for his exceptional contribution to keeping the nation healthy, through his research into cancer treatment.