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Explore how and why we decide what drugs and treatments should be fundedHealthcare systems around the world are increasingly under pressure to fund new drugs, treatments and other healthcare interventions. On this course, you’ll learn...

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This free online course has been developed by The Medical Research Council Versus Arthritis Centre for Integrated Research into Musculoskeletal Ageing, a collaboration between the Universities of Liverpool, Sheffield and Newcastle. On this course, y...

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Around 15% of the world’s population, or 1 billion people, live with some form of disability, with numbers continuing to rise over the coming decades. People with disabilities are often overlooked in national and international...

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Learn how to support people with intellectual disability in health assessmentsDetecting poor health and supporting people with an intellectual disability in managing their health can be challenging for healthcare professionals. During this course, y...

Explorar los problemas de salud en el posparto y descubra cuándo buscar ayuda. Después de dar a luz, algunas mujeres tienen dificultades para acceder a recursos e información sobre su salud que sean fiables y...

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Explore postpartum health problems and learn when to seek help as a new motherAfter giving birth, women can struggle to access reliable resources and trustworthy information regarding their own health. There can be confusion surrounding...

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Explore the role of medics and healthcare workers in promoting peaceOn this course you will learn about the key principles and different forms of medical peace work in the context of global health, conflict and...

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Learn how to give practical and emotional support to individuals using PFAPsychological First Aid (PFA) is the globally recommended training for supporting people during emergencies and offers guidance on delivering psychosocial care in the immediate...

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Learn about the amazing roles the liver fulfils to keep you healthy. We are currently experiencing an international explosion of liver disease that continues to have enormous impact upon healthcare systems and global health. In...

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Learn about the fascinating field of liver transplantationThis course covers the history of liver transplantation, from early experiments in the late 1960s to exciting new technological advances in organ preservation happening today. You will find...

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Understand the methods and importance of medical peace workOn this course you will learn about some of the key concepts and challenges in the field of medical peace work, particularly the importance of violence prevention...

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Learn how nurses can still provide quality care in uncertain timesHealthcare systems are going through unprecedented upheaval in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic – straining under the volume of patients, and struggling with a...

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Discover why exercise is important in treating and preventing diseasesOver recent years, the full health benefits of exercise have become well established. Perceptions within the healthcare sector of exercise and its prescription as a treatment...

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Understand the role of the genome in individuals, families and all humankindBy exploring genomes, we can develop a more detailed biological understanding of ourselves. This course focuses on building your knowledge of the genome, including...

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Discover the extraordinary world of atmospheric chemistry. On this course you will learn about planetary atmospheres across our solar system and beyond. You will discover what an atmosphere is, how it’s formed, and how data...

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Why join the course? Learn about the role that radiation and greenhouse gases play in our understanding of atmospheric chemistry. As levels of CO2 in the atmosphere increase, you will discover the solutions scientists are...

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For centuries natural materials have been used by people to meet their daily needs. Discover how scientists are using their knowledge of the molecular structure of naturally occurring compounds to develop new and exciting materials....

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Without science writing, science could not really exist. By recording experiments and publishing the results of studies and discoveries, scientists can share their important work, and find an engaged audience. Science writing takes many forms:...

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Explore unique case studies in engineering ethicsOn this four-week course, you’ll examine different historical case studies and understand how they led to classic engineering failures. Though each case is unique and has a distinct context,...

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Develop your understanding of engineering design and the role of an engineerThis four-week course will develop your engineering skills and understanding for university study and work. You’ll gain a thorough introduction to engineering principles,...