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April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a time dedicated to highlighting the growing global impact of Parkinson’s and the urgent need for greater awareness, earlier diagnosis and improved support for those living with the condition [1]. Parkinson’s is one of the fastest growing neurological disorders worldwide, with prevalence increasing rapidly owing to ageing populations and improved …

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Bowel Cancer Awareness Month takes place every April to increase public understanding of the disease and encourage earlier recognition of symptoms. Bowel cancer, also referred to as colorectal cancer, is the fourth most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer mortality in the UK [1, 2]. Evidence highlights increasing incidence of early-onset (before the …

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  March marks the European Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month [1]. Globally, colorectal cancer (CRC) represents a major public health challenge. It is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide, with more than 1.9 million new cases and nearly 1 million deaths each year [2]. In the United …

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  Porterhouse Medical is thrilled to welcome the latest member of our global scientific services team, Jade Roberts. Jade has joined our growing agency as an Associate Medical Writer. She brings strong scientific and educational expertise to her new role, as she holds a BSc (Hons) from the University of Reading and an MRes from …

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  In support of Rare Disease Awareness Month and Rare Disease Day, we are proud to share this article spotlighting hereditary angioedema (HAE), a rare and often misunderstood condition that can cause unpredictable and potentially life-threatening swelling episodes. At Porterhouse, we believe awareness is a critical step toward earlier diagnosis, better support, and improved outcomes …

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  Inherited blood disorders are a group of conditions that alter the production, structure or function of blood cells, often requiring coordinated long-term management of patients. Haemoglobinopathies represent a subgroup of inherited blood disorders characterised by genetic changes in the haemoglobin, a key protein in the blood responsible for oxygen transport. Sickle cell disease (SCD) and beta-thalassaemia are two …

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At Porterhouse, we are proud to support World Amyloidosis Day.  Our article shines a light on this rare condition to help drive greater understanding, improve diagnosis, treatment, and care for those affected by the disease. Amyloid protein is well known for its association with conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, but systemic amyloidosis is …

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For World Environment Day (June 5, 2025), we asked ourselves: What can we swap to stop plastic pollution? Plastic waste is one of the biggest environmental challenges of our time. According to the UN Environmental Programme, plastic pollution has impacted every corner of the world, clogging our oceans, harming our wildlife and seeping into the …

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It’s the last week of May, the warmer weather has finally arrived, and people everywhere are taking the opportunity to enjoy the sunshine. It’s timely then, that May is also Skin Cancer Awareness Month – a vital reminder to protect our skin from the sun’s harmful Ultraviolet (UV) rays. As skin cancer is one of …

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Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC) are the most common inflammatory bowel diseases impacting over 500,000 individuals in the UK, affecting not only their everyday routines but also their overall health and wellbeing [1]. Although awareness of these conditions has improved and there have been advancements in treatment, many individuals living with CD and …

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  In the UK, March is Brain Tumour Awareness Month, an awareness campaign established in 2004 by member charities of Brain Tumour Research. As brain tumours kill more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer, the campaign raises vital awareness and funds in the hope of finding a cure for …

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At Porterhouse, we are passionate about protecting our planet and celebrating the beauty of nature. This year, in honour of World Wildlife Day, we launched an internal Wildlife Photography Competition, encouraging our employees to capture beautiful images of the natural world. The response was incredible! We received some stunning submissions showcasing everything from flowers to …

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