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.
Study offers a promising new approach for treating pancreatic cancer
A study led by Queen Mary University of London has, for the first time, identified cells that drive the spread of pancreatic cancer. A weakness in these cells could be targeted using existing drugs.
Nell’s breast cancer journey
Breast Cancer survivor Nell, shares her story, provides hope in her community and supports our campaign to build a new life-changing Breast Cancer Centre in East London
‘Long colds’ exist, as well as long Covid
Research funded by Barts Charity and led by Queen Mary, suggests that people may experience long-term health impacts following acute respiratory infections including cold, influenza and pneumonia that are not due to Covid-19, and that may be going unrecognised.
Giving Back with Music
Award-winning British pianist and musical director, Claire Habbershaw is fundraising to give back to the NHS staff who saved her father's life.
Heart checks for NHS staff recognised in national awards
A programme run by Barts Health cardiac staff to check the heart health of their colleagues has been nominated for two national NHS staff wellbeing awards
Barts Health Organ Donation Memorial
A beautiful new sculpture at The Royal London Hospital honours the amazing people who have saved the lives of others through organ donation.
How harnessing the power of data can lead to more successful treatment
The Precision Medicine Platform will bring patient data from across Barts Health NHS Trust, into one accessible resource to improve research and allow doctors to identify treatments according to individual circumstances.
Enthuse founder Chester Mojay-Sinclare’s Swim Serpentine fundraiser to thank NHS
Following a paragliding accident, Chester Mojay-Sinclare is taking part in the Swim Serpentine fundraising event to give back to The Royal London Hospital staff who saved his life.
Fundraisers Janet and Ruby walk Hike for Health in memory of Karl
After her husband Karl sadly passed away last year, Janet decided to take on Hike for Health with her daughter Ruby to say thank you for his care.
Genetic study shows that common heart drug may not be effective for a high number of British South Asians
A new study highlights the importance of a more inclusive approach to drug testing, to ensure that it is effective across different ethnicities.