However with changes to the curriculum more students are involved in special study modules and elective projects and some of these may relate to the elderly and provide a basis for submission. The essay, from any individual medical student within a Scottish University, can cover any topic relating to ageing or care of the elderly and excluding references must not exceed 2,500 words. The closing date for submissions is 31 December and these should be directed to the Secretary of the Branch. There have been submissions at various times of the year but it would seem fairest to give a closing date for each annual round. These again should be submitted to the Secretary.
FOOD is already the largest trial of feeding in stroke patients.
So far, the collaborative group comprises 95 centres in 18 countries and continues to grow rapidly. MREC approval has been granted so participation is easy. Miss Sarah Mitchell, Physiotherapist, Glasgow Royal Infirmary who was the winner of the Taylor Brown prize at the Spring branch meeting in Paisley.