The Semmelweis Effect: How many lives can hand hygiene save?
In 19th century Vienna, a young physician named Ignác Semmelweis discovered that doctors' dirty hands…
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Autism, Bayesian probability, and why we do what we do
Statisticians can apply their trade anywhere it's needed, bringing benefits to friends, family and the…
Risk-based prescribing: why you might not get the medicine you need
A statistical risk-scoring system is used by UK doctors when considering whether to prescribe certain…
Susan WattJanuary 13, 2025
Testing times for trials in developing countries
How do we navigate the tricky ethical landscape surrounding clinical trials in developing countries? Hayley…
Hayley BennettAugust 14, 2024
