University Of Leeds

This study looks at whether having extra appointments with a heart specialist at your local doctor's office can help people at high risk for heart, kidney, metabolic, and lung diseases get better treatment. About 138 adults from a previous study will either get these specialist v…

This study tested whether a risk score based on health records can help find people with hidden atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm problem that raises stroke risk. About 1,955 adults aged 30 and older with certain risk factors used a remote ECG monitor at home. The g…

This study aims to find a faster, cheaper way to screen for heart failure in people with pacemakers. About 1 in 3 pacemaker patients may have undiagnosed heart failure, but current detection requires a lengthy, expensive ultrasound. Researchers will test if an AI-powered handheld…

This study looks at how having a penicillin allergy label affects treatment and antibiotic resistance in patients hospitalized with COVID-19. Many people labeled as allergic to penicillin are not truly allergic, leading to use of less effective antibiotics that can increase drug-…

This study looks at how diet might influence the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a painful joint condition. Researchers will analyze existing data from 500,000 UK adults aged 40-70, comparing their eating habits with hospital records. The goal is to find dietary pat…

This study looks at whether changing the wording of emails sent to GP practices can improve how they prescribe inhalers for COPD, a long-term lung condition. About 270 GP practices in West Yorkshire will get either a personalized email with feedback and tips, or a generic notice.…

This study was designed to collect walking data from people with Parkinson's disease, dementia, multiple sclerosis, and other conditions using special sensors worn during daily activities. The goal was to use this data to improve remote diagnosis and fall prevention. However, the…