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A clinical trial, manged by Warwick Clinical Trials Unit, has shown that a gene test can safely identify breast cancer patients who can avoid chemotherapy, sparing them months of side effects without increasing the risk of their cancer returning.

Two Warwick Medical School students are being recognised for helping to successfully resuscitate a patient while volunteering as Community First Responders (CFRs), a rare and life-saving outcome that highlights both the impact of the scheme and the value of hands-on clinical experience. 

Wariwck Medical School researchers have shaped a new Mental Health Joint Code of Practice, launched by the Construction Leadership Council, that presents solutions to poor mental health in construction.

Congratulations to Professor Glen Burley, Chief Executive of South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust, who has been knighted in the King's Birthday Honours in recognition of his contribution to NHS leadership and, most recently, his national role as NHS England Deputy Chief Executive.