Drug-related deaths in the UK continue to rise
Drug-related deaths reported in the UK have risen by 11.8 per cent to 2,182 in a year, reveals a report released today by St George’s, University of London.
Smokers trying to give up – don’t stop thinking about cigarettes
Blocking thoughts of cigarettes helps reduce smokers’ intake at first, but means they smoke more than usual when they stop suppressing, according to new research.
New book tells the history of nursing at St George's
From ear bashings from militant matrons to yapping Pekinese dogs on the ward, the memories of nurses have revealed the last 80 years of nursing history in a new book.
St George’s HIV expert praises breakthrough of new anti-infection gel
The success of a new anti-HIV gel in trials has been hailed as a “major advancement” by one of the world’s leading experts, Professor Robin Shattock of St George’s, University of London.
St George’s honours class of 2010
Hundreds of students have graduated from St George’s, University of London and will now take their places amongst the next generation of doctors, scientists and healthcare professionals.
St George’s appoints new professor to help drive forward research into heart disease prevention
Professor Kausik Ray has been appointed professor of cardiovascular disease prevention St George's, University of London.
Research shows statins are overall safe but raises questions over their wider use in preventing deaths
The use of statins – a class of drugs taken to combat high cholesterol, heart disease and stroke – in patients without prior history of heart disease are only of modest benefit in preventing deaths when taken in the short-term. These are the findings of the largest study of its type to date.
Lecturer investigates hormonal link to ‘sympathy pregnancies’ in men
New dads – did you cry when your baby was born and have you been feeling irritable and stressed? It may be all down to your hormones.
St George’s infection expert calls for better farm rules in government E.coli investigation
Children’s farms should follow tougher guidelines to protect people, says the St George’s, University of London infection expert leading an investigation into a major E.coli outbreak.
Universities Week: What’s the big idea?
This week (14-20 June) celebrates the activities taking place in UK universities that change our world and help to create a better environment for us all to live in. Every day, researchers and lecturers at St George’s, University of London are working hard to improve public health and to fight some of the most deadly diseases known.
St George’s supports campaign to have Jenner's statue restored to Trafalgar Square
St George’s, University of London is backing a campaign to restore the statue of legendary former doctor and scourge of smallpox Edward Jenner to its original spot in Trafalgar Square.
St George's professor named president of United Nations drug control unit
St George’s, University of London professor Hamid Ghodse has been elected president of the global drug law body the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB).
New genetic link shows vitiligo could reduce risk of skin cancer
People with the skin pigmentation disorder vitiligo may have less risk of developing life-threatening malignant melanoma.
Annual Chlamydia screening may not protect women from pelvic inflammatory disease
It is unlikely that single screening for chlamydia will prevent women developing pelvic inflammatory disease in the following year, according to research published today.
Written word could provide Alzheimer's revelations
Neurologists at St George’s, University of London are conducting a study to investigate how Alzheimer’s Disease affects the written language of those with the condition
St George's professor leads call for car smoking ban
St George’s pregnancy expert Professor Sir Sabaratnam Arulkumaran has joined a group of the country’s top doctors to call for a ban on smoking in cars.
St George's expert leads drive to improve children's nutrition
St George’s child nutrition expert Dr Anthony Williams is heading a new government scheme to improve the nutrition of toddlers in England.
Genetically engineered tobacco plant cleans up environmental toxin
Researchers find that a new strain of tobacco plant can make antibodies to toxic pond scum that affects humans, livestock and wildlife
St George’s professor demands action on increased prescription drug abuse
The rapid global spread of prescription drug addiction must be dealt with immediately, according to the head of the International Centre for Drug Policy at St George’s, University of London.
Student doctors to deliver vital healthcare to remote communities in South Asia
A group of trainee medics is preparing to visit Nepal to provide essential medical care to poor rural communities.
St George’s researchers issue ecstasy death warning to young, healthy people
Ecstasy is more likely to kill young, healthy people than other drugs such as crystal meth and speed according to researchers, who described their findings as a "concern"
Ministers visit St George’s as the government launches a new drive to widen access to university
The Prime Minister was amongst a group of ministers who visited St George’s, University of London to speak with medical students about their education and aspirations. The visit was shortly after the government announced a series of measures to promote the aspirations of young people from all backgrounds and put social mobility at the heart of plans for economic growth.
New collaboration to improve healthcare delivery and education
St George’s, University of London is part of a collaboration of NHS, education and social care organisations to form major new government-funded network that aims to improve healthcare delivery and education in the South London.
New St George's NHS Trust nursing director endorses move to graduate-only profession at university conference
Speaking at a conference organised by SGUL and Kingston University's joint Faculty, the new nursing director at St George's Healthcare NHS Trust has backed the move for all new nurses to have degrees.
Immune-boosting drugs could enhance cancer treatment
Stimulating the body’s own immune system to fight cancer offers new treatment opportunities for patients and scientists have made the first step towards finding some existing cancer drugs that could help.
St George's in HIV battle front line for World AIDS Day
In the week of World AIDS Day, scientists at St George's are undertaking groundbreaking research in an attempt to eradicate the disease.
St George’s Professor knighted in Queen’s Birthday Honours List
St George’s Professor Sabaratnam Arulkumaran, renowned for his work advancing women’s health and maternity care, was honoured in this year’s Queen’s Birthday Honours List.
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