Nhs Lothian

This study tested a hybrid closed loop system that combines an insulin pump with a continuous glucose monitor to automatically adjust insulin delivery. 30 adults with type 1 diabetes used the system for a year to see if it improved blood sugar control and quality of life. The goa…

This study looked at whether receiving daily text messages on your phone can help with weight loss. 120 adults with obesity were split into two groups: one got standard weight-loss classes, and the other got those classes plus daily texts. The goal was to see if the text group lo…

This study looked at whether smart glasses can make it easier and more satisfying for people with neurological conditions to use assistive devices that control home electronics or help with communication. Four adults who already use such devices tried smart glasses for three week…

This study compared a small, portable device that measures blood clotting (INR) with the standard lab test. It included 24 adults who had stopped taking warfarin before surgery. The goal was to see if the portable device gives accurate results, so doctors can make safer decisions…

This small study tested whether environmental control systems (like switches to operate lights, TV, etc.) could improve mental health in people with neurological disorders. Five new users from NHS Lothian answered questionnaires before and after getting the system. All five showe…

This study looked at a specific immune pathway (PGE2/IL22/IL17) in people with eczema to understand how it contributes to the disease. Researchers measured levels of these immune signals in skin and blood samples from 38 participants, including those with eczema, psoriasis, and h…