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Number of people in UK diagnosed with eating disorders is increasing

21 May 2013, 10:36 a.m.

The number of people diagnosed with eating disorders has increased by 15 per cent since 2000, according to a new study led by the UCL Institute of Child Health (ICH). The increase was more pronounced in males with incidences rising 27 per cent.

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Composition of the Council of Governors

There are 26 elected and appointed governors on the Council of Governors. 17 governors are elected by patients, their carers and families and the public; 5 governors are elected by staff; and 4 governors are nominated by stakeholders such as the local a

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Free resources developed by artists and inspired by artworks in our collection, special events at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) or things you might experience during your visit.

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GOSH Conference 2022 - Towards Inclusion

16 Nov 2022, 1:41 p.m.

On Friday 10th November 2022, the GOSH Learning Academy hosted their 6th Annual GOSH conference which was delivered successfully, with a mix of virtual and face-to-face elements for delegates to engage with.

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GOSH Conference 2022 - Towards Inclusion

16 Nov 2022, 1:41 p.m.

On Friday 10th November 2022, the GOSH Learning Academy hosted their 6th Annual GOSH conference which was delivered successfully, with a mix of virtual and face-to-face elements for delegates to engage with.

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The Origin Of Carmen Power

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NIHR GOSH BRC and Alder Hey Surgeon Scientist Pre-doctoral Programme

CLOSED: Applications invited from surgeon trainees in Neurosurgery and Urology (Paediatric) to undertake a 1-year translational project.

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Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD)

Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) is a rare inherited disorder treated at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) affecting the adrenal glands and ‘white matter’ of the brain, causing a progressive loss of physical and mental skills.

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GOSH Conference 2019 - Care of the Complex Child

30 Apr 2019, 4:55 p.m.

Recognising the diverse teams involved in caring for people with complex conditions

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Multiple sclerosis disease-modifying drugs: first line treatments

Disease-modifying drugs (DMDs) work by interacting with the immune system and calming the inflammation that is attacking the central nervous system.

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Grief Awareness Week 2020

4 Dec 2020, 3:19 p.m.

It’s Grief Awareness Week and we’re working with The Good Grief Trust to try and normalise grief and get people talking about this typically uncomfortable subject. Bereavement is one of the most devastating things any of us will ever go through. This week

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We try to achieve the highest standards in our clinical care and also in the services we provide for children, young people and families. We want to exceed your expectations so we try to improve what we do and how we do it all the time.

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Through Piper's Eyes

16 Feb 2020, 10:53 a.m.

Two-year-old Piper has spent her life so far visiting Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) after being diagnosed with a rare condition that caused her to be blind from birth. Her mum, Jade, shares their story.

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The use of cannabidiols to treat epilepsy

19 Jun 2018, 5:54 p.m.

Statement from Professor Helen Cross, a consultant in paediatric neurology and the Prince of Wales’ Chair of Childhood Epilepsy:

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GOSH statement following coverage on the Independent’s website today

19 Nov 2020, 5:48 p.m.

A story today on the online newspaper the Independent’s website makes the serious allegation that Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) tried to cover up the preventable death of patient Jasmine Hughes and deliberately misled the coroner and the General Med

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Free foetal DNA testing for haemophilia

The free foetal DNA (ffDNA) test can be used to determine the sex of a baby in the womb early in pregnancy. It is only suggested when particular inherited disorders are suspected. Further details about the test and what to expect if you come to the Haemop

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Technology Spotlight: ActivExpression Response System

16 Mar 2018, 11:45 a.m.

Secret ballots are a good way to encourage clinical simulation learners to contribute to group sessions without the pressure of potentially giving a wrong answer in front of the group. The Promethean ActivExpression Learner Response System is one way of i

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Sturge-Weber and Neurocutaneous Syndromes Service

The Sturge-Weber and Neurocutaneous Syndromes Service provides specialist expertise in the assessment and management of children with Sturge-Weber syndrome and associated medical and developmental problems and in the assessment of other rare neurocutaneou

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) information

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