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Removing barriers to participation for people who cannot consent to studies

27 March 2026

The ACCORD programme will examine the barriers that prevent adults who lack capacity to consent from taking part in clinical research.

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Nurse-led programme helps prevents violence and improves emergency care

27 March 2026

Researchers recommend UK-wide roll out of Violence Prevention Teams in hospitals as a ‘transformative model’ to help tackle inequalities and to significantly improve patient outcomes

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New PTSD therapy for military veterans

26 March 2026

A new tailored PTSD therapy is an effective and scalable treatment option for veterans.

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International team identifies immune pathway that may explain how probiotics influence cancer treatment outcomes

24 March 2026

Cardiff and Kumamoto researchers uncover how a common probiotic, when given alongside immunotherapy, can activate tumour-killing immune cells.

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Playing with dolls improves understanding of others

18 March 2026

Playing with dolls improves vital social skills in boys, girls and children with peer-problems.

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High levels of moral distress and depression among nurses from COVID-19 pandemic

16 March 2026

The psychological legacy of Covid-19 continues to impact the mental health of nurses.

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Cardiff University welcomes renowned global health leader and Honorary Lecturer Dr Edna Adan Ismail

13 March 2026

Cardiff University’s School of Healthcare Sciences was honoured to welcome Dr Edna Adan Ismail - midwife, educator, humanitarian, and globally recognised health leader - on Friday 13 February.

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Flea-treatments and sheep-dips at damaging levels in Welsh rivers

11 March 2026

Chemicals used in veterinary flea-treatments and sheep-dips are potentially harming wildlife in Welsh rivers.

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One in three parents believe children always need antibiotics for ear infections

11 March 2026

Study highlights misperceptions on the role of antibiotics in managing common childhood illness

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Welsh cohort first to test “life changing” product that could help end global period poverty

11 March 2026

Self-cleaning SunPad, which harnesses the power of the sun, could enhance menstrual health and hygiene around the world