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New research shows that spending less on tobacco, gambling and sweets is good for the UK economy

A new study from the Sheffield Addictions Research Group (SARG) has found that public health policies which reduce spending on harmful products can actually provide a significant boost to UK jobs and the wider economy.
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UK’s first agreed definition of ‘dark kitchens’ to bring delivery-only food outlets under regulation

One in seven food outlets on the UK’s major delivery apps is now a "dark kitchen," according to new research that reveals the true scale of the nation’s invisible takeaway industry.

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Breakthrough set to accelerate osteoporosis drug development

Millions of osteoporosis patients worldwide are set to benefit from a major international breakthrough, which will transform how new treatments for the debilitating disease are developed.
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Waist-to-height ratio found to be a more accurate indicator of obesity risk in older adults than BMI

Waist-to-height ratio is a more accurate and reliable indicator of age-related obesity risk than body mass index (BMI), researchers have found.
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World-leading researcher joins University of Sheffield to further accelerate translational cancer research

A world-leading cancer researcher has joined the University of Sheffield, helping to further accelerate translational cancer research in the region.

Ground breaking research into rare bone cancer funded by inspirational legacy

A ground breaking research project into a rare type of bone cancer which affects young adults, has been made possible thanks to the legacy of an inspirational teenager.
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£2 million grant awarded to premature birth research to reduce child deaths and disability

International research by the University of Sheffield aimed to prevent and reduce premature birth has been awarded a £2 million grant from the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR).
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Success at the Medical School Research Meeting 2018

The 14th Medical School Research Meeting entitled “Career Inspiration for Researchers” took place on Thursday 14th and Friday 15th June.

Revolutionary neck support technology transforms lives on MND patients

Revolutionary neck support technology transforms lives of MND patients

A revolutionary neck collar designed to ease pain and make everyday tasks such as eating and communicating much easier for patients living with motor neurone disease (MND) is now available to healthcare professionals and individuals across the world.