New way of measuring blood pressure could be a lifeline for thousands of people
A new method improving the accuracy of interpreting blood pressure measurements taken at the ankle could be crucial for people...
University of Exeter Medical School
People with more nature in their neighbourhood smoke and drink less, study finds
People who live in greener neighbourhoods smoke and drink less on average, and those who make regular visits to nature...
Using AI and machine learning to improve stroke outcomes
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning is being used to personalise stroke care for patients to try and reduce future...
Earlier diagnosis and better care needed for ME and Long COVID patients, report finds
Significant improvement in the diagnosis and care of myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) and Long COVID is urgently needed across NHS and...
Exeter appoints new Associate Dean for Medical Education
We’re delighted to welcome Professor Laura Mongan to the Medical School in the post of Associate Dean for Medical Education. Laura joins...
More menopausal symptoms linked to poorer brain function in later life
Experiencing more menopausal symptoms is linked to poorer brain function and warnings signs associated with dementia in later life, according...
We are no longer living longer, study shows
The rise in human life expectancy has slowed down across Europe since 2011, according to research involving the University of...
Genetic research unlocks new ways to prevent and treat multiple long-term conditions
The largest study to date to analyse millions of both genetic and patient records on the long-term health conditions of...
Regularly seeing the same GP could free up NHS appointments, research shows
New research indicates that regularly seeing the same GP could reduce workload in practices and hospitals, potentially freeing up appointments...