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Blood test and AI could predict Parkinson’s seven years before symptoms

18 Jun 2024, 4 p.m.

International researchers have developed a simple blood test that uses artificial intelligence to predict Parkinson’s up to seven years before the onset of symptoms, part-supported by the NIHR GOSH BRC

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Researchers have designed a new genetic therapy that could be used to reverse large and painful giant moles after further studies.

17 Jun 2024, 2 p.m.

Researchers have designed a new genetic therapy that could be used to reverse large and painful giant moles after further studies.

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New blood test could prevent sudden deaths for children living with hereditary heart condition

10 Jun 2024, 9 a.m.

A new blood test that could identify children with a potentially fatal heart condition has been developed by researchers at UCL (University College London) and Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH)

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Athletes to mentor children and young people having treatment at Great Ormond Street Hospital

13 May 2024, 1:35 p.m.

In a new partnership with Dame Kelly Holmes Trust, world class athlete mentors will support children and young people having treatment at Great Ormond Street Hospital.

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GOSH Surgeon Paolo De Coppi makes first TIME100 Health List

2 May 2024, 2 p.m.

Professor Paolo De Coppi has been added to TIME's inaugural TIME100 Health List of the 100 most influential people in global health this year

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