Major new study to examine treatment and impact of opiate addiction in India
A major new study will analyse the impact of high rates of drug use in India, and how doctors and...
Wellcome Centre Cultures and Environments of Health
Researchers recommend introduction of ‘shame competence’ as new international standard in healthcare
Better awareness of, and support for, people experiencing shame, particularly in healthcare settings, should be a new international standard for...
Use of the term “postcode lottery” has changed dramatically over time – and means different things to different people, study shows
Experts tracing how the phrase ‘postcode lottery’ became a cliché in British politics have found its meaning has changed dramatically...
Historical and cultural account of asbestos wins award for Exeter academic
A book of literary history that offers a unique and personal take on the story of asbestos has been awarded...
Powerful story of survivors of eye mutilation to premiere in England
The powerful story of Colombian protestors who were victims of life-changing ocular injuries will be shown in England for the...
Medical humanities conference to explore questions of justice in global health
International researchers in the field of medical humanities are gathering for a conference that will explore a range of pressing...
New website aims to transform the experience of ‘waiting’ for healthcare
The experience of waiting in the health sector – from reception areas in healthcare settings, to our homes in anticipation...
International conference seeks to change the thinking on the relationship between ‘waiting’ and ‘care’
The question of what it is to wait in and for healthcare in modern Britain is the focus of an...