Northern children with special educational needs more likely to miss school
Vulnerable children and those from disadvantaged areas of the UK are at higher risk of not being in school, the latest Child of the North report reveals.
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Liver function discovery could lead to better cardiovascular disease treatments
A new discovery about how the liver flushes cholesterol from the body could lead to more effective treatments for cardiovascular disease – the leading cause of death worldwide.
New school starters not ready for learning
A third of children starting reception class in England are not ready for school, with long term consequences, new research has shown.
A self help guide for chronic orofacial pain including TMD
Patients suffering from chronic pain in the face, mouth or jaw can download a self-help guide proven to benefit them in managing their condition.
Toothbrushing programme in schools could tackle crisis of tooth decay
A national supervised toothbrushing programme should be rolled out in our schools to tackle the crisis of tooth decay affecting millions of children.
Scientists develop artificial sugars to enhance disease diagnosis and treatment accuracy
Scientists have found a way to create artificial sugars that could lead to better ways to diagnose and treat diseases more accurately than ever before, according to a new study co-led by Leeds.
Muslims felt excluded from health policies during COVID-19
People from diverse backgrounds must be included in the development of healthcare policies to ensure all groups' needs are met, new research into palliative care for the Muslim community has found.
Genetics behind colorectal cancer revealed in new study
A new study identifies over 250 genes that play a part in the development of colorectal cancers.
Special educational needs and disabilities crisis revealed
The scale of the crisis facing many children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) has been revealed in a new report.
AI bowel cancer test can tell whether patients need chemotherapy
A new artificial intelligence (AI) test to determine the risk of bowel cancers coming back could help patients avoid chemotherapy, according to new research led by the University of Leeds.