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Portable Covid-19 test could be rolled out in weeks

Researchers at the University of East Anglia are pioneering a portable coronavirus kit which could be rolled out to test NHS staff in weeks.

UEA launch project to 3D print ventilator parts and masks

Researchers at the University of East Anglia have launched a project to 3D print ventilator parts, masks and other critical equipment to battle the Covid-19 virus.

UEA lends a hand by opening up lab for sanitiser production

The state-of-the-art laboratories in the University of East Anglias recently opened New Science Building (NSB) are being put to good use during the coronavirus outbreak as a hub for the creation of vital supplies for local NHS organisations.

Research reveals why some prostate cancers are more aggressive

Researchers at the University of East Anglia have discovered why some prostate cancers are more aggressive, spread to different parts of the body, and ultimately cause death.

Dementia test to expand diagnosis across India

A standardised test that can now be used in the seven main languages in India will support the diagnosis of dementia and mild cognitive impairment.

Raise price of cheap cigarettes to lower health risk, experts say

Minimum tobacco pricing could significantly improve the health of people living in Scotlands most economically disadvantaged areas, according to new research involving the University of East Anglia.

Older people in poor countries should be considered in global responses to covid-19

Current guidance on coronavirus largely ignores the implications for public health and clinical responses in light of those most at risk, according to an international group of global health experts.

Small climate change effects can be the most obvious

Relatively small changes to the climate in some parts of the world can be more obvious than larger changes elsewhere, according to a new study involving the University of East Anglia.

How heartbreak and hardship shape growing old

From being raised by an emotionally cold mother to experiencing violence, war and bereavement, difficult life events have a profound effect on our physical and mental wellbeing in later life according to new UEA research.

UEA researchers evaluate free vape kit scheme

Researchers at the University of East Anglia (UEA) are evaluating a new free vape kit scheme in Great Yarmouth, to help find out whether the initiative helps people to quit smoking tobacco for good.