Review of BBC Documentary “False Hope? Alternative Cancer Cures” – Ellie McFarlane

A BBC documentary, by journalist Layla Wright, explores the false hope given to many cancer patients by ‘alternative clinics’ offering alternative treatments to chemotherapy including a strict diet. Sean Walsh was 17 when he was first diagnosed with Hodgkin Lymphoma, a form of cancer that develops in the lymphatic system. He battled through a gruelling Read more about Review of BBC Documentary “False Hope? Alternative Cancer Cures” – Ellie McFarlane[…]

A brief introduction to understanding genetic testing and its benefits for the NHS – Lauryn Buckley-Benbow

Genetics is the basis for all living things. It is the foundation and building blocks that produce an organism. The genetics of a person can tell scientists about how they function, their likelihood of developing a disease and how the individual could respond to different drugs. Whole genome sequencing and genetic analysis is being used Read more about A brief introduction to understanding genetic testing and its benefits for the NHS – Lauryn Buckley-Benbow[…]

My Dissertation Experience – Josh Jenkinson

Supervisor and project title: Karen Wright- Investigating the effects of atypical cannabinoid O-1602   Why I chose this topic: Although you select the top areas you would like your dissertation to be related to, there is also a section in which you can put specific requests, I chose to request a topic relevant to cancer Read more about My Dissertation Experience – Josh Jenkinson[…]