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The image is a close up of two women wearing face masks, presumambly to stop them spreading or contracting the coronavirus

Study confirms "classic" symptoms of COVID-19

Published
Wednesday 24th June, 2020
Categories
Global
Coronavirus
Science
Health

A persistent cough and fever have been confirmed as the most prevalent symptoms associated with COVID-19, according to a major review of the scientific literature.

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Aspirin can reduce the risk of bowel cancer

Published
Friday 12th June, 2020
Categories
Science
Health

Two standard aspirin tablets taken every day for two years can reduce the risk of inherited bowel cancer for at least a decade, research has revealed. 

An aerial shot of the Leeds University campus, with the Parkinson Building at the front. March 2020

Leeds climbs in QS World Ranking 2021

Published
Wednesday 10th June, 2020
Categories
University

The University has moved up two places in the latest QS World University Rankings, consolidating its place in the top 100.

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Long-term lessons of coronavirus outbreaks

Published
Tuesday 9th June, 2020
Categories
Coronavirus
Science
Health

Patients recovering from COVID-19 could suffer significant long-term effects, according to research into the experiences of people hospitalised by previous coronavirus outbreaks.

A nightjar bird perched on a branch in a forest

Elusive bird to inspire new works

Published
Monday 8th June, 2020
Categories
Arts & Culture
Environment

New and exclusive works from award-winning writers and artists will be launched every day this week, inspired by a mysterious nocturnal bird.

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The show must go on: final year degree shows go online

Published
Friday 5th June, 2020
Categories
Arts & Culture

The final year degree show by students from the School of Fine Art, History of Art & Cultural Studies opens online, and finalists are embracing the opportunity to innovate and challenge tradition.