Equitable and sustainable health

• Life of Breath: Improving understanding of breathlessness
  Research by the Department of Philosophy has revolutionised the way breathlessness is understood by medical professionals and the public.
• HIV, menopause and musculoskeletal health
  Understanding the impact of HIV infection and menopause on the musculoskeletal health of African women.
• Research helps define and improve the management of ‘medical manslaughter’ cases
  Dr Oliver Quick is a recognised authority in Criminal Law and Medical Law, with a special interest in patient safety. His recent research has focused on how prosecutors and experts negotiate criminal law and process in these controversial cases.
• Improving accuracy of diagnosis for childhood leukaemia
  New cell analysis procedures have led to improved diagnostic techniques and national standards for cell processing.
• PReCePT programme helps prevent cases of Cerebral Palsy in preterm birth
  Research and application of implementation science drives programme that significantly reduces risk of brain damage in babies born early.
• A breakthrough in non-invasive breast cancer imaging for early diagnosis
  Research by the University of Bristol has helped to develop a world-first radar-based cancer detection system that is now being used in hospitals.
• Helping policy makers create an effective vaccination strategy for meningitis B
  Research by the University of Bristol supported the UK government’s decision to introduce a new vaccine for UK infants that has led to a 75% reduction in cases.
• Transforming care for patients vulnerable to irreversible kidney failure
  Research leads to more targeted and less damaging therapy for nephrotic syndrome.
• Informing health policy on Covid-19 transmission
  In the immediate aftermath of the first Covid-19 lockdown, Bristol researchers helped authorities to better understand the risks of airborne viral transmission and formulate a response.
• Transforming clinical practice through the arts
  A Bristol course is helping to reshape the professional development of clinicians by integrating humanities into medical training.
• Better IVF outcomes
  Research improves understanding of effectiveness and risks.
• Optimising treatment for prostate cancer
  Bristol has contributed to research that provides a new evidence base for improving care and reducing harm caused by treatments.
• A radical advance in the treatment of age-related macular degeneration
  Research leads to increased availability of lower-cost treatment for a major worldwide cause of sight loss.
• Discoveries lead to better and safer hip and knee replacements
  Research profoundly changes the practice of joint replacement globally.
• The fight to eliminate hepatitis C
  Research provides evidence for the effectiveness of treatment and prevention programmes that have influenced international healthcare policies and reduced cases worldwide.