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People with prior illness more likely to report longer symptoms after COVID-19 infection

People with prior illness and long-standing health conditions are more likely to report a longer duration of symptoms after the first signs of COVID-19...

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COVID reforms in cancer care and research could have long-term benefits

A new review led by Professor James Spicer considers the reforms in cancer care and research made due to the pandemic, arguing that some have left a positive...

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What do London employers really think about hybrid working?

A new paper highlights five key findings and challenges for employers in London – and elsewhere

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Pandemic may have triggered second 'midlife crisis' for over-50s

British adults experienced highest-ever levels of poor mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic, triggering a second ‘midlife crisis’.

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Audio-based AI unreliable for predicting Covid-19 infection, study finds

Researchers found that technology using Machine Learning performed no better than simply asking people to report their symptoms

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London falcons ate fewer pigeons during lockdowns

The study by King’s researchers suggests that predatory birds in urban spaces are vulnerable to changes in human activities that support prey populations.

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Analysis of vaccine uptake among UK women provides valuable insights

Only three-quarters of women of reproductive age were vaccinated against COVID-19 by February 2022, new research has found.

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King's in the News – March 2023

As the global King’s community is often at the forefront of research and society – we round-up a few articles featuring King’s alumni, staff and research.

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King's in the News – February 2023

As the global King’s community is often at the forefront of research and society – we round-up a few articles featuring King’s alumni, staff and research.

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New book critiquing COVID response launched

Professor Toby Green has released his comprehensive critique of the devastating ‘War on Covid’, showing how to ensure it never happens again.

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How much of a boost do “booster” COVID-19 jabs give?

Scientists have found the “booster” COVID-19 vaccine programme led to a large boost in the antibodies that help protect against coronavirus. High levels of...

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King's in the News – January 2023

As the global King’s community is often at the forefront of research and society – we round-up a few articles featuring King’s alumni, staff and research.

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Research shows working from home during lockdown may have impacted health behaviours

New research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King’s College London and the University of Surrey has found that working...

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Racism is 'fundamental cause' of COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy among ethnic minorities

King's academic leads newly published briefing from the Runnymede Trust and the Centre on the Dynamics of Ethnicity

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More than 200 King's students involved in award-winning Covid vaccine service

Volunteers from King’s collected the award with Morris House Group Practice for their Covid service that vaccinated up to 7,000 patients per day, as well as...

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Updates about our courses, events, fees and funding, studying in London,...