1,100 additional children protected from measles every year thanks to a North East London programme
A locally-led partnership programme makes it simpler for GP practices to call children for the right vaccinations at the right time.
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The invisible vulnerability – type 2 diabetes in young British South Asians
Researchers from Queen Mary have uncovered why some British South Asian people may develop early-onset type 2 diabetes earlier than people from European backgrounds. This, they reveal, could be down to a number of unique genetic factors.
Jayden’s Journey
Baby Jayden spent ten days in critical care leading up to Christmas. Mum Josephine shares their story and why she is choosing to support our Secret Santa appeal.
Christmas on the Neonatal Intensive Care ward
Touched by the Christmas gift given to her newborn baby Adam whilst in NICU, Leanne shares why her family chooses to support Barts Charity every Christmas.
Half marathon for Christmas Gift Appeal
Following a climbing accident and treatment at The Royal London Hospital, Chris walked a half marathon to thank the hospital, raising £1,400.
Barts Guild support Christmas gift appeal
Unable to run their usual festive activities and inspired by a personal connection, Barts Guild give a generous donation to buy patient gifts in 2020.
Air pollution Covid study
Researchers from Queen Mary University of London launch a study to better understand the link between air pollution and increased risk of developing Covid-19.
Foodie fundraising at The Royal London Hospital
Later this month, the Children’s Anorectal Physiology Service (CAPS) at The Royal London Hospital will be holding an exciting event to raise money and awareness for gut health.
New study can vitamin d protect against Covid-19
Using our funding, researchers from Queen Mary University of London have launched a new clinical trial to investigate whether taking vitamin D could protect people from Covid-19.
Yorkshire’s Three Peaks for Barts
Earlier this year, Lisa was diagnosed with blood cancer and began treatment at St Bartholomew’s Hospital. To support Lisa, her friends scaled the Yorkshire Three Peaks and raised over £3,000.
Air pollution placenta study
Study finds that air pollution particles can move from the lungs to other organs, potentially reaching unborn babies.
Heart attack research
For people with cardiovascular disease, heart attacks are more common in the morning. Our funding has helped researchers at Queen Mary University of London to understand why.
New technology helps researchers delve deeper into our cells
Researchers are using the latest 3D technology to look deeper inside cells to see how they are affected by disease and treatment.