New study demonstrates an inclusive approach to leading research
People with lived experience of mental health distress will be able to take a lead on health and social care research thanks to new funding.
Topics: Health, Health Care, Pharmaceuticals
Sleep experts call for UK to abolish twice-yearly clock changes
A team of leading sleep researchers from the British Sleep Society have called for the government to abolish the twice-yearly clock changes in the UK due to the adverse effects on sleep and circadian health.
Expert addresses United Nations panel on improving care for older people worldwide
A leading expert in health and social care for older people from Northumbria University has shared his views on what could be done to improve care for older people at a special event at the United Nations Headquarters in New York.
Healthcare training facility opens to support delivery of new T-level course
A brand-new healthcare training facility which has been developed with support from Northumbria University to be used by students on a new T-Level in health course has opened at Bede Academy in Blyth.
Researchers urge UK governments to tackle serious mental health illness and substance use
Researchers are urging UK governments to introduce expert clinicians across all health services to co-ordinate better treatment for people with serious mental health illness and substance use problems.
UK Culture and Community Cohesion: Community Innovation Practitioners reveal results of UKRI inclusive innovation pilot
AHRC Creative Communities new podcast series, case studies and devolved policy papers provide timely evidence on the value of cross-sector partnership working to deliver cultural innovation and community cohesion in devolved contexts.
Success at Architects for Health Student Design Awards
Three Architecture students from Northumbria University received accolades at the prestigious Architects for Health Student Design Awards, for design concepts that were up against entries from across the globe.
Academy of Social Sciences welcomes two Northumbria Professors to its Fellowship
Two leading researchers from Northumbria University have been elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Social Sciences in recognition of decades of research excellence and their contributions to social science for public benefit.
Major funding awards announced for studies into lead poisoning and sonic innovation
Studies to improve the way we monitor and test for lead poisoning in children and communicate data through sound have been awarded more than £1.1 million through a new UKRI funding scheme announced today.
Researchers investigate the long-term impact of widowhood during Covid-19
The death of a spouse or partner is ranked as one of the most stressful life events most people will experience. Researchers at Northumbria University are working to explore and evidence how navigating widowhood during the pandemic, at a time when restrictions on contact with others and gatherings including funerals were imposed, had an impact on health and wellbeing.
The American Academy of Nursing honours Northumbria Professor with fellowship
A nursing academic from Northumbria University who is leading the way in reforming health equity and policy in the UK has received recognition from the American Academy of Nursing.
Northumbria University wins prestigious award for nursing apprenticeships
Northumbria University has been named the UK’s Nursing Apprenticeship Provider of the Year at Student Nursing Times Awards 2024, in recognition of the success of its 18-month registered nursing degree apprenticeship course.
Healthcare workforce agenda driven forward at Northumbria University event
Health leaders from across the UK have set out their views and vision for developing a sustainable, supported, and skilled healthcare workforce for the future at a Northumbria University event.
Northumbria celebrates 100th nursing degree apprenticeship graduate
Over one hundred registered nurses have now been added to the region’s NHS workforce through Northumbria University’s 18-month nursing degree apprenticeship programme.
New T-level course to encourage young people into Health careers
Bede Academy has developed a new T-Level course in health in partnership with Northumbria University, to support young people considering careers in healthcare.
New framework will help prevent suicide among military veterans and serving personnel
Researchers at Northumbria University are calling for better measures to be put in place, across the National Health Service (NHS) and military mental health specific charities, to prevent serving military personnel and veterans from taking their own lives.
Self-help techniques can be successful in curing acute insomnia, study reveals
Study finds self-help techniques effective in curing acute insomnia, with participants reporting reduced severity, anxiety, and depression. Techniques include keeping the bedroom sleep-friendly, maintaining a sleep diary, and engaging in relaxation activities. The trial led by Dr. Greg Elder resulted in positive outcomes three months after participants began using the techniques.
Awakening perspectives: art exhibition marks World Sleep Day
An exhibition of art created by individuals with sleep disorders will be on display at Newcastle City Library to raise awareness for World Sleep Day. The exhibition aims to explore the importance of sleep and invites attendees to share their own experiences. Workshops and talks are also scheduled.
The Academy of Social Sciences welcomes Northumbria Professor to its Fellowship
A public policy expert from Northumbria University, who is breaking new ground with his research on addressing inequality and exclusion, has been elected to the Fellowship of the Academy of Social Sciences.
Nursing Degree Apprenticeship shortlisted for national award
Northumbria University’s Nursing Degree Apprenticeship has been shortlisted for the Nursing Apprenticeship Provider of the Year award in the Student Nursing Times Awards 2024.
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