Effects of Oxford Street diesel emissions on people's health
Pollution levels on Oxford Street have been found to have a measurable cardio-respiratory effect on a person after just 2 hours exposure.
Emergency hospital admissions via A&E rise while those via GPs fall
More people were admitted to hospital via A&E and fewer via their GP in 2010/11 compared with 2001/2, according to a new analysis.
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Flu tells its story in new film
Influenza researchers have collaborated with an illustrator to make a short animated film titled 'How to Catch Flu'.
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Researchers respond to criticism of hospital mortality data
Data on hospital mortality rates are essential for identifying and tackling variations in the quality of healthcare, argues a report published today.
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Heart and Lung Repair Shop pops up in Hammersmith
Imperial researchers are collaborating with artists and designers on a public engagement project called The Heart and Lung Repair Shop.
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New study estimates 5.8 million A&E visits occur after patients unable to see GP
Researchers have estimated that in 2012-2013, 5.77 million A&E attendances in England were preceded by an inability to get a timely GP appointment.
Women's weight gain from childhood to adulthood could influence ageing process
A new study has indicated that women who undergo substantial changes in BMI from childhood to adulthood show signs of accelerated ageing in their DNA.
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Research brings new evidence to the 10 year debate on COX-2 pain relief drugs
New research has challenged theories on side effects of COX-2 drugs, calling for different approaches to identify patients who could use them safely.
Living conditions in Iraq must improve if health investment is to yield results
A new review has shown that the health of Iraqis will continue to deteriorate unless there is an improvement in living conditions.
UN targets on health risk factors can prevent 37 million deaths by 2025
Reaching globally-agreed targets for health risks such as smoking and alcohol can prevent more than 37 million deaths by 2025.
