Ultraviolet rays believed to prevent chickenpox spreading
Ultraviolet rays help prevent the spread of chickenpox, meaning people in milder climates are more at risk of catching the disease, according to new research.
Penicillin doses for children should be reviewed, say experts
A team of scientists and clinicians, led by researchers at King’s College London and St George’s, University of London, are calling for a review of penicillin dosing guidelines for children, that have remained unchanged for nearly 50 years.
St George’s medical training partnership with Cyprus given offical launch
The St George’s medical programme at the University of Nicosia has been launched officially with an inauguration ceremony in Cyprus. The ceremony took place at the hi-tech new medical school at Nicosia, where graduate-entry medical students are now being taught using the programme developed at St George's.
Professor Hamid Ghodse given lifetime achievement award
Professor Hamid Ghodse has been presented with the 2011 Lifetime Achievement Award by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Joint HR director for St George’s NHS Trust and University
Wendy Gay has been appointed joint director of human resources at St George’s Healthcare NHS Trust and St George’s, University of London. She is expected to take up her new post in February 2012.
TICTAC and UK Anti-Doping team up to fight doping in sport
St George’s-based drug identification specialists TICTAC and UK Anti-Doping have signed an agreement to work together to help improve awareness of prohibited substances and assist in the fight against doping in sport.
International microbiologist Professor Philippe Sansonetti to deliver 2011 Jenner Lecture
Professor Philippe Sansonetti from the Collège de France & Institut Pasteur will deliver this year’s Jenner Lecture entitled ‘The mechanisms of immune subversion by Shigella and their implications in vaccine development’.
MRC awards SGUL team 2.6million for trial of HIV-associated cryptococcal meningitis drugs
A group of St George’s researchers has been awarded £2.6million by the Medical Research Council (MRC) to conduct a trial of two new drug treatments for HIV-associated cryptococcal meningitis.
Reasons why women request caesarean sections need to be explored more by clinicians
Clinicians need to explore the reasons behind why women request a caesarean section rather than counsel women about the risks says a new review published today (17 October) in The Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (TOG).
Gene mutation shown to cause leukaemia and lymphoedema
Researchers have discovered a gene that when mutated can cause lymphoedema (swollen limbs due to a failure of the lymph system), immune abnormalities, deafness and leukaemia.
New score can tell doctors how long cancer patients have left to live
A new scoring system can more reliably predict whether patients with advanced cancer are likely to survive for “days”, “weeks” or “months” finds a study published today.
Researchers find early evidence that TB jab could help fight cancer
Scientists have found a potential new mechanism to stimulate the body’s own ability to fight cancer using Baculillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) – the germ commonly used to inoculate against tuberculosis (TB).
Nursing courses get regulator’s seal of approval
Degree-level nursing courses at Kingston University and St George's, University of London are among the first in the United Kingdom to have been approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
First approval for production of an anti-HIV antibody in plants
UK regulators have approved Europe’s first clinical trial of an antibody produced from genetically modified (GM) plants. This landmark decision sets the stage for the testing in humans of an anti-HIV product made from modified tobacco plants.
New social enterprise will help people with learning difficulties to handle challenging emotions through pictures
A new social enterprise has been launched at the House of Lords to publish a series of picture books that help people with learning and communication difficulties tackle challenging and emotional events.
New discovery throws light on blood pressure regulation
Researchers have discovered that a protein found in the walls of blood vessels plays a key role in maintaining healthy blood pressure; a discovery that could one day lead to new treatments for people with high blood pressure.
Class of 2011 graduates
Almost 630 students have graduated from St George’s, University of London, and will now take their places among the next generation of doctors, scientists and healthcare professionals.
St George’s, University of London announces fees and funding for 2012/13
St George’s, University of London will charge new UK and EU students £9,000 a year in fees for undergraduate degrees and £6,000 a year for foundation degrees from September 2012.
First St George’s community open day celebrates a Tooting success story
Around 2,000 people enjoyed St George’s Healthcare NHS Trust and St George’s, University of London’s first community open day, which took place on Saturday 18th June.
Study confirming statin-diabetes link finds NICE-recommended drug is not best for patients on high doses
Cholesterol-lowering statin drugs are associated with an increased risk of diabetes, but this risk is outweighed by the protection they offer against coronary events such as heart attack and stroke, confirms a new large-scale study. The same study also showed that the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE)-recommended statin does not protect against coronary events as effectively as an alternative statin amongst patients taking high doses.
Faculty courses come top in London
The Faculty of Health and Social Care Sciences has been given top marks by NHS London for three of its courses, and all others have made significant improvements.
St George's community heritage group tackles social isolation
More than 100 people of all ages and abilities overcame personal hurdles at a tailored challenge event day at south London historic sites.
New public-private partnership offers more university places for international students
St George’s, University of London and INTO University Partnerships has agreed a venture that offers four new degree-level and pre-university courses in medicine and biomedical sciences, aimed at international students.
New exhibition celebrates nursing leaders
A new exhibition is paying tribute to 300 years of nursing leaders including Florence Nightingale, who were pioneers during times of social change, war, and increased public expectations.
St George’s professor again voted to council of United Nations drug control unit
Professor Hamid Ghodse has been reelected for another five-year term as a member of the global drug law body the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB).
Multi-million euro project launched to prevent and treat heart disorder
A major €12 million, St George’s-led project has been launched to improve the care of patients in Europe with the heart condition atrial fibrillation.
First community open day for St George’s
St George’s Healthcare NHS Trust and St George’s, University of London will co-host a community open day at their shared main site in Tooting on Saturday 18 June.
New professor to champion changing face of nursing
Ruth Harris has been appointed as the first professor of nursing practice and innovation at Kingston University and St George’s, University of London’s School of Nursing.
St George’s, University of London announces proposed 2012 fees and scholarship scheme
St George’s, University of London will charge new UK and EU students £9,000 a year in fees for undergraduate degrees and £6,000 a year for foundation degrees from September 2012, subject to approval of the proposed Access Agreement by the Office for Fair Access (OFFA).
Breakthrough holds promise of helping to stop premature birth
Researchers have identified a new way of suppressing uterine muscle contractions, which could lead to novel treatments to help stop premature birth.
Chemical compound screening could lead to new cancer drug treatments
St George’s researchers and partners are using a new technique to screen chemical compounds for cancer-fighting properties, with the aim of finding new drug treatments.
Research into life-threatening heart condition backed with £1.4million grant
Researchers are launching a new clinical trial into a rare heart condition, with a £1.4million grant from the British Heart Foundation and funding from the Marfan Trust. The research into Marfan Syndrome will look at a potentially life-saving treatment, in a trial involving 500 patients, led by the team from Royal Brompton Hospital with St George’s and research support from the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR).
Chronic disease care poorer in nursing and residential homes under GP target scheme
The quality of chronic disease care under the GP pay for performance system is poorer for residents of care home than those living in the community, according to a new study.
Nutrition review led by St George’s expert finds demand for national advice for food in childcare
A review headed by St George’s child nutrition expert Dr Anthony Williams says childcare providers and parents want clearer guidance on what under-fives should eat and drink in childcare.
Surge in UK cocaine importation, says SGUL drug expert-led UN report
The UK is becoming an increasingly important hub for the importation of cocaine into the rest of Europe, the United Nations drugs body – led by St George’s drug policy expert Professor Hamid Ghodse – has warned.
St George’s professor takes up council seat for global lymphoedema research group
Peter Mortimer, professor of dermatological medicine at St George’s, has been appointed to the Lymphatic Research Foundation’s Scientific/Medical Advisory Council.
St George’s students are again the most satisfied in London
The St George’s student experience has been voted London’s best for the second year in a row, and the university was also named the UK’s seventh most improved.
Researchers put physician assistants under the spotlight
Researchers at Kingston University and St George’s, University of London are undertaking the first major study into the role of UK physician assistants, a new breed of healthcare professional.
Researchers find more evidence that malaria drug could help combat cancer, and that breaks from treatment could improve results
Scientists investigating the cancer-fighting properties of artesunate – a drug commonly used to treat malaria – have found early evidence that combining it with an existing cancer drug has the potential to make each drug more effective than when used alone.
Fresh funding gives hope to a new generation of asthma and allergy treatment
Scientists at St George’s, University of London and the University of Manchester have received an additional Seeding Drug Discovery award of £390,000 from the Wellcome Trust to explore a new class of experimental drugs that block the trigger of allergic reactions before symptoms show.
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