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Barts Health pilot drives national pharmacy cholesterol testing
A successful Barts Health-led pilot is being expanded to up to an additional 100 community pharmacies across England, bringing free cholesterol testing and cardiovascular support closer to local communities.
New blood testing machine dramatically cuts waits for cancer patients
Cancer patients at St Bartholomew’s Hospital are getting important blood test results in as little as 10 to 15 minutes, thanks to a new machine that allows tests to be carried out on site.
Cardiac arrest survivor reunites with lifesaving police officer
Shuo Cui and Murray Edward were reunited at St Bartholomew's Hospital after their lives became unexpectedly intertwined when Murray suffered a cardiac arrest.
Mercury-nominated producer pens album from hospital bed
James, a record producer and son gwriter, who has worked with the likes of Artic Monkeys, Florence and the Machine and Haim, was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) around Christmas time in 202 3.
Barts Health pioneers AI nurse to help more patients stay well at home
The UK’s first AI-powered “nurse” is helping more patients stay well at home by phoning them to collect vital health information.