Our Research

In the UK, 7.6 million people live with cardiovascular diseases and there are 450 deaths per day. This costs our healthcare systems £7.4 billion per year. The health needs of people with cardiovascular diseases, such as coronary artery disease, heart failure and stroke, are linked to high levels of health inequality arising from factors such …

It is estimated that 65 per cent of adults over 65 will be living with multiple long term health conditions by 2035. As life expectancy increases, it is likely that more people will live with these for larger parts of their lives.  The percentages of people living with multiple long term health conditions is higher …

Healthier environments could prevent almost one quarter of the global burden of disease, according to the World Health Organization.  Our work suggests that the influence of UK air pollution may be equivalent to 1-2 years of lung ageing in adults. Furthermore, lower death rates, and road noise may increase the risk of obesity. Healthcare professionals …

In the UK, 1 in 2 people will be diagnosed with cancer, at least 40% of which is preventable: we want to change this. We have a strong track record and growing reputation for innovation in: We aim to help patients with or at risk of cancer live longer, healthier lives with fewer complications through …

It is well documented that physical activity is decreasing across many parts of the world.  This is because we are spending more time sitting at desks and in cars and choosing less active leisure pursuits, like watching TV and playing computer games.  Together with an ageing population, chronic illnesses such as type 2 diabetes, fatty …

About 1 in 5 adults and children in the UK have a history of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or another longstanding illness that affects their lungs – called respiratory illness – according to the British Lung Foundation. Rates of respiratory illness are generally similar for men and women. Despite many advances in prevention …