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Researchers in the UK have conducted a world-first clinical trial using blood grown in a lab.

This research at NHS Blood and Transplant paves the way for creating red blood cells that will be used to transfuse people with disorders such as sickle cell.

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A consistent and funded cancer policy is essential for improving cancer survival.

For the first time, the International Cancer Benchmarking Partnership (ICBP) has discovered a link between cancer policy consistency over time and cancer survival.

The partnership hosted by Cancer Research UK (CRUK) aims to identify factors driving differences in cancer survival to identify ways to improve patient care.

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Have you got your COVID autumn booster yet?

NHS urges six million people to get their COVID autumn boosters

Almost six million at-risk individuals or people over 65 who haven't yet had their autumn booster will be reminded to book a shot as soon as possible.

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Aducanumab (Aduhelm), a drug intended to treat Alzheimer's disease, raised concerns about FDA's accelerated approval process. FDA approves drugs when sponsors complete confirmatory trials promptly and provide evidence of their clinical benefits. For a variety of reasons, sponsors may not always complete trials promptly. A drug may remain on the market and be given to patients for years without being shown to have the predicted clinical benefit.

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Research at the Women's Hospital aims to reduce pregnancy loss among women with polycystic o***y syndrome.

In honor of National Gynaecological Awareness Month, we wanted to highlight a clinical trial that the Women's Hospital is conducting in partnership with the University of Birmingham, aiming to improve fertility and reduce pregnancy loss in women with Polycystic O***y Syndrome (PCOS).

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Are you ready to start your career in the NHS?

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NHS has reported that almost 35,000 job offers have been made to healthcare support staff since the end of January, NHS trusts have reported. More than 25,000 people have already started as healthcare support workers - 9,000 of whom are new to the profession.

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A team of Australian researchers is close to completing a 20-year project to develop the world's first vaccine to prevent respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a breakthrough that could save thousands of children every year.

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Exciting News On Cancer Treatment

A phase 1 clinical trial is underway for Biomica's new cancer drug BMC128, which is expected to help patients who do not respond to immunotherapy.

A clinical trial has been launched by an Israeli company to test the effectiveness of a microbiome-based therapy on cancer patients.

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University of Dundee researchers have been awarded funding for pre-clinical drug trials on Chagas disease.

The disease is rarely reported in the UK, but this is partially due to a lack of testing and general awareness. Research at Dundee has been awarded £4.4 million to study a disease that can kill victims without them knowing they have it.

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NHS Digital conducts wireless trials to enhance patient care and connectivity

A series of trials are being conducted by NHS Digital examining how wireless technologies can support improved healthcare.

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'World Brain Day'

Prepare to develop new habits and maintain optimal brain health.

Every year on 22nd July, people across the world celebrate World Brain Day. The term ‘brain health’ can refer to a variety of prevention strategies intended to support the maintaining of both physical and mental brain function. Raising awareness of the matter is just as vital as raising awareness of neurological concerns.

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'Updates on ICH GCP (R3)'

ICH GCP changes are happening so fast that even seasoned clinical trial professionals find it hard to keep up.

The International Council for Harmonisation released a draft of ICH E6(R3) in April 2021, with two annexes to follow in 2022. Clinical research organizations should familiarize themselves with the basic R3 guidelines before the updates are released.

In this blog, ICH GCP (R3) frequently asked questions are answered and also each new principle has been broken down to show what it means.

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