Health and medicine news

More than 1 million children are at risk of ‘holiday hunger’ this Christmas

One million disadvantaged children are at risk of malnutrition, ill-health and hunger this Christmas due to a two-week hiatus from the vital nutrition of free school meals.

Loneliness in the digital age: How storytelling could be key this Christmas

Our online social lives have the power to bring us closer together but also to push us further apart, writes Professor Mike Wilson.
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Leading surgeon and inspiring students honoured at º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ London graduation ceremonies

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ London celebrated its third graduation day yesterday (Wednesday 12 December), honouring the achievements of the class of 2018 and one of the country’s top surgeons.
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Academics part of £11.2m project assessing the effectiveness of personalised breast cancer screening

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academics are to conduct research as part of a large-scale international project investigating whether personalised breast cancer screening is a better screening option for women aged 40 to 70.
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Simple tips to curb overeating can help prevent weight gain at Christmas

A study by º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ and the University of Birmingham has shown that regular weighing at home and simple tips to curb excess eating and drinking can prevent people from gaining weight at Christmas.

Hot working conditions greatly increase serious illness and decrease productivity

One in three individuals working in hot conditions experience hyperthermia or more serious symptoms of heat illness, such as acute kidney injury, nausea or fainting, a new study published in the Lancet Planetary Health has revealed.
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Life Science Sector Deal highlights Midlands’ strengths in health innovation

The Government’s new Life Sciences Sector Deal, published on Wednesday 5 December, highlights the significant role that the Midlands plays in the UK’s Life Sciences sector.

Why talking about memories with older family, friends and neighbours this holiday season could be essential for their wellbeing

This December, more than one million elderly people will experience loneliness and isolation according to figures by Age UK. As part of our Christmas campaign aimed at raising awareness of seasonal loneliness, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academic Dr Catherine Armstrong has suggested one solution from the tiny island of Hawaii that could make a big difference to someone.

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ launches 2018 festive campaign to raise awareness of loneliness at Christmas

Today, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is launching its seasonal health and wellbeing campaign aimed at boosting your happiness during the following festive weeks.
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Fulbright Scholar to present lecture as part of IAS lecture series

On Tuesday 4 December, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ’s Institute of Advanced Studies will be hosting a free lecture event with Dr Enid Montague (De Paul) titled ‘Engineering the patient-provider experience’.
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Student’s story educates healthcare assistants on the benefits of exercise for those living with severe mental illness

A fictional story created by a º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ student is being used by St Andrew’s Healthcare to educate staff on the benefits of exercise for those with severe mental health problems.
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Can’t exercise? A hot bath may help improve inflammation and metabolism, study suggests

A study led by a º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ PhD student has found hot-water immersion improved inflammation and blood sugar levels in people who are unable to exercise.

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World Health Organisation recognises academics’ research into transgender-inclusive sanitation

The World Health Organisation has recognised a collaborative study on transgender-inclusive sanitation that features research undertaken by º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academics.
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Report highlights a culture of violence and abuse against children in Tonga

A º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ-led study aimed at investigating the experiences of children in Tonga has uncovered systemic and cultural abuse and mistreatment of children in families and schools.
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TOXI-Triage field trial success paves the way for new mass casualty technologies

A full scale field trial of ground breaking new technologies designed to improve the way emergency services triage casualties following a chemical, biological, radioactive, or nuclear (CBRN) incident has taken place.
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Memes may encourage adolescents to be fat and lazy, warn researchers

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academics have presented a report to MPs to warn that social media memes are encouraging obesity, apathy and lethargy in children.
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Renowned national and international organisations join the Collaborative Project

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ London is to collaborate with more than 30 respected national and international organisations for a project that challenges students to solve real business problems.
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Police custody risk assessments should be revised to better meet the needs of vulnerable detainees

Risk assessments for vulnerable detainees in police custody are open to too much interpretation and should be revised, according to a new study.
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Study proves reducing sitting time boosts office staff’s work engagement and wellbeing

Office workers are being urged to ‘stand up for their health’ - with º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ and Leicester researchers claiming desk-bound staff need to be more active at work.
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NCSEM-EM treats 20,000th patient since opening in 2015

The National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine East Midlands, an Olympic legacy centre aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of the nation, has treated its 20,000th patient since opening its doors three years ago.
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Birthweight research supervised by º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academic wins best article award

A research study that includes contributions by a º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ academic has won a sought-after award from the Spanish Society for Epidemiology.
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Design School welcomes Dr Enid Montague as Fulbright Scholar

Dr Enid Montague has joined º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ through the prestigious Fulbright Scheme as a Fulbright Scholar.
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Exciting expert panel to lead discussion on food waste

º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is to welcome key policymakers, charities, business representatives and a Member of Parliament next month for an important discussion on food waste.

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Scheme to improve health of truck drivers shortlisted for NHS innovation award

A programme developed by researchers at Leicester’s Hospitals, º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ and the University of Leicester to help truckers lead healthier lives has been shortlisted for an NHS innovation award.
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Academics share bee-rilliant research to celebrate harvest of º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ Gold honey

Everyone knows that º¬Ðß²ÝÊÓƵ is home to inspiring academics, extraordinary students and world-renowned sportspeople… but few know the campus is also shared with thousands of honey bees!