Oh my god the chaos with Ed Miliband tweet was 10 years ago today.

Sincere apologies to anyone attending the @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social open day today who was planning to speak to me about the MSC Public Health programme! Sadly I have torn my calf muscle and can’t attend. Please get in touch and I will be happy to arrange a call next week!

In movies, a superhero arrives around now. In the absence of that happening, I am willing to coordinate a global army of middle aged women to sort everything out. We have a lot of rage. And also combat trousers from the 90s.

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Lovely to speak to lots of potential students at the @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social Science Futures Fair today!

Welcome to the new dystopia. #Trump #PublicHealth

My thoughts exactly! Critical thinking is an essential human skill, and we are going to lose it.

Ok, well that was the longest week ever! It’s a good job it’s Friday and now I get to spend the weekend… *checks notes* …TILING THE KITCHEN FLOOR

First day back in the office today following a really challenging couple of weeks on a personal level, and on my desk I find a bottle of wine, a packet of Flipz, some biscuits and a little note. Such a lovely surprise and it made my day! Also Flipz should be illegal IMO - they are too delicious.

Nominations for the FPH Awards & Prizes 2025 programme are open until 7 February! Our awards and prizes celebrate the contributions and achievements of our members and the impact they have on improving the public's health. Visit our website to learn more. www.fph.org.uk/membership/a...

This poor young man - what a ridiculous state of affairs. I really feel for him and his family and hope for his speedy release. Let’s hope some people see sense very soon…

As I face up to the reality of returning to work on Monday and ponder how on earth I will get up before 11am, this post (stolen from Instagram) feels appropriate. Let me frolic!

If you've never donated to Wikipedia, now's the time. Elon Musk is attacking it because it's one of the only sources of honest, curated information that he can't control. www.newsweek.com/elon-musk-ta...

Merry Christmas and a peaceful festive season to you all, whether you celebrate the season or are simply enjoying some downtime! If this time of year is difficult for you for whatever reason, help is available via the numbers below. Take good care everyone x

Stargazing in the Forest of Dean last night - Jupiter is the bright light in the first pic, Mars is the one in the second pic. It’s still a beautiful world kids ⭐️ 🪐

We’ve escaped to the Forest of Dean for a couple of nights and visited the wonderful Severn and Wye Smokery en route. This was a ‘small plate’ of mussels 😍 Highly recommend if you’re passing - the scallops were also amazing 🤩

This is the person of the year.

What are we fighting for? A society where everyone feels seen, heard and valued. We’re working to create a place where all of us – communities, councils, companies, charities and change makers – join forces in making #loneliness a stranger. #ImpactAlliance #EndLoneliness #CommunityChange

ICYM our series on the future of the workforce: Our climate is changing and this will have serious consequences for public health. The wider public health workforce are uniquely placed to help manage these changes. But they need support to do it 👇 www.rsph.org.uk/our-work/pol...

🎦 NEW! This short animation funded by the RECLAIM Network Plus, highlights a project undertaken by members of our UWE team which explores the relationships between GBGI and a range of outcomes in neighbourhoods across Bristol: m.youtube.com/watch?v=m0qi... #levellingup #greeninfrastructure

FUN FACT: Measles, polio, diphtheria, mumps, rubella and tetanus are six once-common illnesses that vaccines have contained for decades, saving many millions of lives.

Every time I look at @niallharbison.bsky.social posts I just feel like handing in my notice and going to live in Thailand to spend the rest of my days rescuing street dogs. I’m sure it’s not easy, but he makes it look like an absolute dream. Sigh. X

Come and join our team! #quantitative #research #publichealth #greenspaces

Lovely meal at Indian Rassasy in Bristol last night! Absolutely delicious, definitely recommend to all the curry lovers out there.

There are already many articles for which there is more attention on Bluesky than on other comparable micro-blogging sites, meaning the academic community and the general public have clearly adopted Bluesky as one of its core places to disseminate and discuss new research. A Place of Joy.

Fascinating evening at @bristolbeacon.bsky.social for the @impactalliance.bsky.social launch event this evening! I’m so pleased that @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social is an official supporter and I’m really excited about what this movement can achieve to reduce loneliness - this is just the beginning!

Universal health care. Evidence-based. Morally right. No-brainer.

Very pleased to be part of this and really looking forward to the launch event tomorrow! @prof-mat-jones.bsky.social and I will be there representing @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social who have recently signed up to support this important movement. #loneliness #community #socialconnection

Citizen science can bridge knowledge gaps in women's health by involving communities in meaningful research collaboration and prioritizing diverse perspectives. by Ahannach S, Van Hoyweghen I, Verhoeven V and Lebeer S in Nat Med #MedSky 📖 read the article:

Another lovely weekend has come to an end. Friday night: cocktails in a Bristol speakeasy (remortgage incoming 😬); Saturday: stayed in a house with a wall that looked like a bookshelf but that opens to reveal a toilet; Sunday: peacocks on the loose, trip to a farm shop and a delicious lamb dinner 😍

I’ve only been on Bluesky for a few days but am already connecting with some amazing people, far more than I was ever linked to on Threads. I think this is going to be great!

UWE Public Health is now on Bluesky! Follow us @publichealthuwe.bsky.social for all the latest news about our three student programmes and research updates from the Centre for Public Health and Wellbeing.

Good morning beautiful people! I’m up and at ‘em early today as I’m off to the Bristol Beacon to cheer on our class of 2024 MSc Public Health graduates 🎉

Went into Bristol, got drenched, came home and got straight into bed to watch this absolute classic (a tradition in this house every November and one which means it’s basically nearly Christmas) #planestrainsautomobiles

Hey! I’m new here 😊 I’m an academic interested in social connectedness, social prescribing and community development and I lead the MSc in Public Health @uwebristolofficial.bsky.social Also a big fan of stupid jokes, festivals, podcasts, dancing and true crime. Followers welcome - will follow back!

What does social prescribing look like in practice? www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

One BIG thing I’ve learned in counseling school - we need nature for our mental health. This English study is just 1 of many that highlights how time outside (sans screen) helps w/stress, anxiety, depression, focus, attention, & general mood. So GO OUTSIDE! Parks & backyards count.

Wow - looking forward to reaching the higher levels of Duolingo if this is what’s to come! Although I did recently learn how to say ‘these images are not mine’ , which may or may not come in handy one day I guess…. #duolingo

Friends! 👀 ❤️ #UWEBristol #Research #Health

Very excited to have finally launched the UWE Bristol Digital Learning website! It is the result of lots of hard slog by the team and working collaboratively with IT and marketing. The website will be invaluable in connecting with internal staff and the wider community. digitallearning.uwe.ac.uk

And here is my dog’s snoot if you want to give it a boop.