Blog and updates
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23 Sept 2022
Too much of a small thing - microplastics in the human body
Microplastics have been found in human lungs and blood. But what damage are these tiny particles doing?
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22 Sept 2022
'Chrono-Nutrition' - how is our diet and metabolism influenced by the rhythms of our body's internal clock?
A controlled study in healthy people considered 'obese' on the BMI scale has shown that the timing of the largest meal of the day affects perceptions of appetite and hunger but not amount of...
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21 Sept 2022
Struck off - keeping the public safe from harm
The BBC have reported on the case of a nurse that has been 'struck off' the nursing register for misconduct. What does being struck off mean and how does this protect the public from harm?
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20 Sept 2022
Air pollution and lung cancer: New discoveries
New research by the Francis Crick Institute and UCL has revealed how air pollution can cause lung cancer in people that have never smoked.
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16 Sept 2022
Self-sterilising plastic could be the future of PPE and other hospital disposables
The BBC have reported on the development of a self-sterilising plastic, which demonstrates the ability to render viruses such as Influenza A and SARS COV-2 inactive.
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15 Sept 2022
Tool to spot breast cancer at home wins UK Dyson award
'Dotplot' a device for monitoring breast health at home, has won the James Dyson Design Award 2022.
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14 Sept 2022
Thomas and Friends introduces first autistic character, voiced by an autistic child
The National Autistic Society worked with Mattel, Inc. to create the first autistic character in Thomas and Friends, which importantly, is voiced by 9 year old Elliot who is autistic.
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13 Sept 2022
A non-invasive test to predict eczema risk in infants
Last week the BBC reported on a simple 'sticky tape test' that can be used to predict eczema risk in infants. 1 in 5 children in the UK have eczema, which can have a negative impact on daily life.
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12 Sept 2022
The London 2012 Paralympics Legacy: 10 years on
'We are in 2022, everybody should be equal... unfortunately, it's not.'
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9 Sept 2022
What is the UK Biobank and why is it so important?
The UK Biobank is a huge database of information that can be used by scientists and researchers looking at health and disease.
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8 Sept 2022
Faecal Transplants: what are they and how do they work?
Last week NICE recommended the use of faecal transplants for recurrent Clostridium difficile infection. But what are they and how do they work?
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7 Sept 2022
Students encouraged to get 3 important vaccinations before university term starts
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) are urging new university students to ensure they are vaccinated before Fresher's Week.
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6 Sept 2022
A-level results: Deaf students 'proud' after Covid mask struggles
BBC Newsbeat have reported on the challenges of being Deaf when your lessons are on Zoom or your teacher is wearing a mask.
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5 Sept 2022
"The scariest day of my life" Charlie Wyke suffered a cardiac arrest during football training last year
In this Tweet from Sky Sports , we hear the incredible story of Charlie Wyke, Wigan Athletic football player.
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2 Sept 2022
"Help me, don't fix me" Wearable technology for autistic adults
Earlier this year, research was published that explored the views of the autistic community on the benefits and challenges of wearable technology to assist emotional regulation.
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1 Sept 2022
What is the optimal amount of sleep for adults?
Earlier this year, research published by a number of cognitive neuroscientists pinned down the optimal amount of sleep for adults to 7 hours.
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1 Sept 2022
3 months of the Joe Wicks Body Coach app free for all UK teachers
Do you want to be fitter, happier and healthier?
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31 Aug 2022
First Barbie doll with hearing aids is 'really important'
Rose Ayling-Ellis worked with Barbie to create their first doll with a hearing aid.
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30 Aug 2022
Bradford on Duty: Tackling health inequality and social issues
Bradford on Duty is a TV series that follows Bradford’s district nurses, police officers, council workers, volunteers and community leaders, dealing with health and social care issues in one of the...
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26 Aug 2022
What is population health?
Population health refers to the health status and health outcomes within a group of people. Moreover, a 'population health' approach, is one that looks at all the factors that are determining the...
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