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.
Covidence
Researchers at Queen Mary University of London are using Barts Charity funding to run a new clinical study into Covid-19 risk factors.
Bruce Springsteen fundraiser
Fundraisers Jon and Hannah are sharing their love of Bruce Springsteen with fans across the world by hosting a 24-hour online DJ set playing Springsteen songs only.
Dr Josh
After being redeployed to the ICU during the pandemic, Dr Josh decided to fundraise for Barts Charity.
Caesarean section study
Pregnancies are usually a time of great excitement and joy. However, new research finds that the safety of caesarean sections – despite being the most commonly performed operation worldwide – varies wildly depending on where in the world you give birth.
A new hope for patients with heart failure
A UK-first procedure at St Bartholomew's Hospital is giving new hope to patients with end-stage heart failure.
Alyson London Marathon
In 2013, Alyson was diagnosed with breast cancer. Now recovered, she is celebrating her 50th birthday by running the London Marathon for us.
BMO sky dive
Bank of Montreal (BMO) have long been one of our most dedicated corporate supporters, and over Christmas they took their generosity to dizzying new heights. They raised a record-breaking £72,000 to support trauma care at The Royal London Hospital.
Golden anniversary
To celebrate their golden wedding anniversary, married couple George and Julia decided to forgo presents, instead choosing to fundraise for Barts Charity.
Supporting the Rising Stars of research
We're supporting a research lectureship programme to help 16 promising young scientists take the next step in their research careers.
Taking on Tough Mudder to thank The Royal London’s Maternity team
Jessica to take on a Tough Mudder course in thanks for the care she received from the Maternity Team at The Royal London Hospital during difficult times.