Research and innovation news

A new test to identify cells collected from urine and vaginal fluid could help rule out womb and other cancers in most women who experience bleeding after the menopause, say Manchester researchers.

A UK-first brain health clinic that is set to transform how dementia is diagnosed, slowed down or prevented launches today (Monday 21 September), World Alzheimer's Day, in Manchester.

Women with a higher Body Mass Index in early adulthood may have a lower risk of developing breast cancer after the menopause because of lasting changes in the structure of their breast tissue.

A ground-breaking research study to help identify and treat rare genetic conditions in newborn babies has reached a major milestone with the recruitment of its 5000th baby at MFT.

Patients in Manchester could benefit from earlier diagnosis, more personalised care and faster access to proven new technologies under a major new partnership

An innovative NHS test developed in Manchester can help detect if patients with chronic health conditions are not taking their prescribed medications, which can often lead to further health problems.