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    2010

  1. Reaping the rewards: a vision for UK medical science

    2. 2009

  2. Animals containing human material
  3. Revision of the EU Directive 86/609/EEC on the protection of animals used in research
  4. Academia, industry and the NHS: collaboration and innovation
  5. Rejuvenating ageing research
  6. Revalidation reforms
  7. Research in general practice

    8. 2008

  8. HFE Act (2008)
  9. Benefits and harms of medicines
  10. The role of teaching in academic careers
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Benefits and harms of medicines

Summary

Summary:

Medicine, which often bring genuine benefits, will always carry some degree of risk, and there is evidence that society is becoming increasingly risk averse. It is therefore vital for health practitioners and policymakers to be aware of the benefits and harms associated with medicines and other health interventions when making decisions about their use.

The Academy is now seeking to help improve the communication of the benefits and harms of medical interventions to assist health practitioners, patients, policymakers and scientists make better decisions about healthcare and research. To achieve this goal is held a high-level workshop of key stakeholders in September 2008.

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