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New palliative and end of life care collection launches
Today sees the launch of a new NIHR Journals Library collection in palliative and end of life care. Brought together for quick reference in addition to the usual search facility, the suite of end of life care projects includes published and future NIHR publications, as well as an archive of Service Delivery and Organisation (SDO)... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - January 27, 2015 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Developing treatments for pulmonary fibrosis
A new project looking at the treatment of pulmonary fibrosis has been funded by the Efficacy and Mechanism Evaluation (EME) Programme, an MRC and NIHR partnership.Pulmonary fibrosis is a lung condition that occurs because of “scars” (fibrosis) developing in the lungs. There are limited treatments for the condition and there is no cure, but... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - January 20, 2015 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Detecting wet age-related macular degeneration before permanent sight loss occurs
A new study, funded by the NIHR, is looking at the best way to detect neovascular (“wet”) age-related macular degeneration. Wet age-related macular degeneration is the main cause of sight loss in older people. It’s caused when the blood vessels around the eye become fragile and leak. It may take a while for someone... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - January 16, 2015 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Round 6 of NIHR Research Methods Fellowships and Internships launched
The NIHR Trainees Coordinating Centre (TCC) has launched Round 6 of NIHR Research Methods Fellowships and Internships.In recognition of the importance of using systematic reviews to inform the delivery of health and social care, the Research Methods Scheme has been expanded to include NIHR Systematic Review Fellowships.Applications to host a Systematic Review Fellow are... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - January 12, 2015 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Study to investigate the effect of the ketogenic diet in controlling epilepsy in young children
Research, supported by the Efficacy and Mechanism Evaluation (EME) Programme, an MRC and NIHR partnership, will investigate the effect and safety of the ketogenic diet (KD) in children with epilepsy under two years of age. Epilepsy affects almost 1 in 200 people in the UK. It is a common and serious neurological condition characterised by recurrent epileptic... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - January 12, 2015 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Research to target new approach to treating liver disease
A new clinical trial, funded by the Efficacy and Mechanism Evaluation (EME) Programme, an MRC and NIHR partnership, will examine the effect of a new antibody therapy, BTT1023 at targeting vascular adhesion protein-1 (VAP-1) in patients with primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC). PSC is a disease of the bile ducts that restricts the flow of... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - January 6, 2015 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Increasing physical activity in older people
Many people become less active as they grow older, particularly after they reach retirement age. As their activity levels decline, many experience a decrease in both physical and mental health. Those from deprived socio-economic communities are particularly at risk, with fewer opportunities for engaging in activity programmes.  Being physically active provides numerous health benefits... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - January 6, 2015 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Two studies looking at the effectiveness of self-management published
Self-management of health conditions can improve quality of life and should become normal practice, according to two NIHR-funded projects that have published today.With an ageing population, the NHS is treating increasing numbers of patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, heart disease and depression. Some long-term conditions can be managed by patients themselves.... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - December 23, 2014 Category: American Health Source Type: news

New evidence shows electronic cigarettes facilitate smoking cessation
New Cochrane review finds emerging evidence that smokers who use electronic cigarettes can stop or reduce their smoking. A review published in the Cochrane Library gives some early insights into electronic cigarettes as an aid to stopping smoking and reducing consumption. The review draws on two randomised trials and found that while nicotine containing electronic... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - December 17, 2014 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Cross-NIHR collaboration results in high quality funding proposals: EME-NOCRI joint working
The NIHR clinical research infrastructure understands that creative engagement and collaborative research are important drivers for translational medicine. The collaborative work of the NIHR Office for Clinical Research Infrastructure (NOCRI) supports the transformation of research across the NHS, and together with programmes like the Efficacy and Mechanism Evaluation (EME) Programme works to accelerate the translation... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - December 16, 2014 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Study to investigate the treatment of vitiligo
A new NIHR-funded study is testing the effectiveness of treatments for vitiligo.Vitiligo is a common skin disorder affecting about 1 percent of the world’s population, regardless of age, sex or skin colour. It causes white patches on the skin, which can spread to cover large areas of the body. Although not fatal, it can... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - December 12, 2014 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Study of peanut allergy therapy published
The latest issue of Efficacy and Mechanism Evaluation features a study that found the majority of children treated with a new form of immunotherapy could eat at least five peanuts a day. The trial was funded by the Efficacy and Mechanism Evaluation (EME) Programme, an MRC and NIHR partnership.The research, conducted by researchers at... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - December 11, 2014 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Top 10 mesothelioma research priorities announced
The results of the mesothelioma Priority Setting Partnership (PSP) have been announced today. The PSP involved an extensive consultation which was launched in December 2013 and brought together patients, carers and clinicians to contribute equally to identify and prioritise future mesothelioma research topics.Research into mesothelioma has been highlighted as a priority by the National Institute... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - December 8, 2014 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Abstract call for the Health Services Research Network Symposium 2015
The Health Services Research Network (HSRN) Symposium presents the leading edge of health services research. The event programme includes research presentations and posters and plenaries from research and service leaders. Next year’s conference will be taking place on 1-2 July 2015.Abstracts, proposals to run sessions and nominations for the HSRN Impact award are now... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - December 2, 2014 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Consultation on NHS Health Check research priorities opens
In its commitment to bring stronger scientific oversight, Public Health England (PHE) is seeking views on the proposed NHS Health Check research priorities. The NHS Health Check is for 40-74 year olds and aims to tackle the key behavioural and physiological risk factors leading to premature death and disability in England. PHE is keen to... (Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News)
Source: NIHR Evaluation, Trials and Studies News - November 28, 2014 Category: American Health Source Type: news