Families describe losing loved ones to sepsis

Families describe losing loved ones to sepsis

I am struck by the generous selflessness of  bereaved families who genuinely do not want others to suffer like them after losing loved ones -  especially from deaths which they believe were preventable. They have offered to provide case studies about their traumatic...
European robots perform brain surgery

European robots perform brain surgery

I am totally in awe of the advanced technology used to create “robotic surgeons” that can out-perform the skills of our best neurosurgeons, carrying out vital life-saving operations. Thanks to EU-funded researchers from Germany, Italy, Israel and the UK,...
Why is Cambridge a phenomenon?

Why is Cambridge a phenomenon?

The Cambridge Phenomenon is 50 years old and a gripping story which constantly fascinates. To mark this incredible milestone, which saw the creation of home computers, pocket calculators, bluetooth – as well as the technology behind round teabags – its...
Antibiotic Action media frenzy

Antibiotic Action media frenzy

Do look out for Prof Laura Piddock and Antibiotic Action on Sky and BBC News today following a media frenzy after the Independent’s page one splash warning about the “unthinkable scenario of untreatable infections.” It follows a parliamentary launch...