Great conversations at UCL’s Health of the Public Symposium 2026, exploring how we move from treating illness to preventing poor #health. From obesity and smoking to alcohol harm and mental health, the day highlighted the power of #prevention and interdisciplinary thinking in #PublicHealth at #UCL.

In this episode of #PublicHealthDisrupted podcast, Dr Melissa Oldham highlights why #PublicHealth shouldn’t judge individual choices when it comes to #alcohol, and should focus on the systems that encourage #drinking.

@uclhealthpublic.bsky.social thank you for an inspiring Symposium last week and for running the Early Career Researcher Poster Competition, providing space for ECRs to showcase our work. #art #mentalhealth #nkwihorezeproject @sriucl.bsky.social @ioe.bsky.social discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...

🧠 Happy #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek! Did you know physical fitness can influence your mental wellbeing AND cognitive performance? Explore UCL’s Active Minds research 👇 https://bit.ly/4tppKaq @theiseh.bsky.social @uclmedsci.bsky.social#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MentalHealth #UCLMentalHealth

Professor Dame Anne Johnson’s work has played a key role in challenging stigma around sex and sexual health, helping reframe public debate and strengthen public health research and policy in the UK and beyond. Read more, in this profile for Faces of UCL: www.ucl.ac.uk/about/search...

Thank you for joining us yesterday, @ucloe.bsky.social !

“Death is something that affects us all and by not talking about it we make it harder.” This brilliant episode of Public Health Disrupted delves into dying, dignity and the public health questions around how we care for people at the end of life. publichealthdisrupted.transistor.fm/episodes/epi...

Our latest newsletter is out now: mailchi.mp/ucl/health-o...

Should disadvantaged patients have higher priority on medical waiting lists? Johann Go @uclgbsh.bsky.social will introduce an ethical framework for waiting list design in healthcare & explain how this helps reflect on this question. 📅14 May 6:15pm @ucl-ias.bsky.social www.ucl.ac.uk/institute-of...

In the latest episode of Public Health Disrupted, we look into why younger generations are drinking less, and what this means for public health. Xand and @thewrittenro.bsky.social are joined by Millie Gooch and @melissaoldham.bsky.social. Listen now: publichealthdisrupted.transistor.fm

Biodiversity shapes life on Earth - and it’s disappearing fast. Why does it matter, what’s driving the losses, and how can we turn things around? Watch our new film to hear from UCL experts tracking biodiversity change, building innovative tools, and driving nature‑positive solutions. bit.ly/4aNfrGA

Applications open today for the @absw.bsky.social Media Fellowship, supported by UCL Global Engagement. For @ucl.ac.uk scientists, clinicians and engineers collaborating internationally: 2-6 weeks reporting at a UK media outlet in summer. Deadline: Fri 27 Mar www.ucl.ac.uk/global/absw-...

You're invited to the UCL Health of the Public Symposium 2026! Join us on 29 April, where we will explore the theme, 'Transforming Health: From Sickness to Prevention'. Join us in-person at UCL or online. Book your place: health-of-public-2026-symposium.eventbrite.co.uk?aff=SM

📺"What is now an institution in the top 10 elite list of universities started off as an up-start" BBC London report on @ucl.ac.uk's 200th anniversary, featuring Prof @profginab.bsky.social @ioe.bsky.social and UCL President & Provost, Dr Michael Spence.

The Government Office for Science is launching a new Leadership Development Scheme for mid-career scientists and engineers. Learn more and apply: www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi...

📢 We're recruiting for a 'Lecturer and Deputy Research Lead' to join our management team. We’re seeking an experienced researcher with expertise in behavioural science and research methods and a proven track record in leading projects. 👉 Find out more & apply by 25 Feb: www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/...

“By bringing cross‑disciplinary public health research insights directly into policy and practice, alongside our colleagues in OHID and City Hall, we will work hard to make a positive change in health outcomes in the capital" - Prof Graham Hart, Director, UCL Health of the Public.

Read our January newsletter, full of information about upcoming events, funding opportunities, and the latest news from the vibrant community across UCL, working to improve the health of the public: mailchi.mp/ucl/health-o...

Global Mental Health MSc at UCL - Join a global community tackling mental health challenges in low-resource settings. Gain skills to make a global impact and advance your career. Applications open now. Learn more: www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-...

How the arts can save your life: Professor Daisy Fancourt @ucliehc.bsky.social @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social, author of #ArtCure, offers five tips for making 2026 happier and healthier www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...

Last week, Prof Daisy Fancourt launched Art Cure: The Science of How the Arts Transform Our Health. For #UCL200, we’re marking 200 years of bold ideas like this shaping healthier lives. @ucl-sbb.bsky.social @ucliehc.bsky.social Read more: www.ucl.ac.uk/population-h...

Anyone else spotted #ArtCure on the shelves today? Prof Daisy Fancourt's new book reveals the life-changing power of the arts, informed by the results of decades of scientific studies: sbbresearch.org/projects/art... @ucl-sbb.bsky.social

People prescribed the new generation of weight loss drugs may not get the nutritional guidance they need for safe and sustainable weight loss, leaving them vulnerable to nutritional deficiencies and muscle loss, say experts led by Dr Adrian Brown @arrdept-ucldom.bsky.social @uclmedsci.bsky.social

Our final Health of the Public newsletter for 2025 is out, with the latest funding opportunities, news and events related to improving health for all: mailchi.mp/ucl/health-o...

In the face of unprecedented challenges across health and care, strong leadership matters more than ever. Take ten minutes to share your views on the support leaders need in our short survey. Respond by 30 December 2025 and have the chance to win a £250 voucher: https://bit.ly/4qpcPnl

Report: Community-Led Non-Clinical Interventions in Men’s Mental Health and Wellbeing in North East England A valuable resource exploring interventions that are effective in supporting men's mental health: www.ucl.ac.uk/grand-challe...

Dr Megan Armstrong offers a solution to breaking the cycle of inequality by prioritising sustained investment, structural reform, and genuine community engagement 🔽 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Join us for an exciting panel event - Visualising Migration: Art, Resistance & Wellbeing 📅 Tuesday 11th November, 4.30–6.30pm 📍 Leolin Price Lecture Theatre, 30 Guilford Street, UCL GOSICH Book your spot now: 👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/visualisin... @tcru-ucl.bsky.social @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social

📣 You're warmly invited to Visualising Migration: Art, Resistance & Wellbeing at 16:30, 11 Nov. This panel discussion has been organised by the Health of the Public Creative Health Community & @tcru-ucl.bsky.social. Learn more and book your place: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/visualisin...

Sharing one of our favourite clips from the latest Public Health Disrupted episode on Ageing Playfully 💕 “Play allows for meaningful connection… It’s a way to celebrate the humanity of the people we visit” - Rachel Colles, an Elderflower with Hearts & Minds.

Ahead of #WorldMenopauseDay on 18 October, we are sharing two podcasts that shine a light on and debunk the many myths around menopause. Both with @profjoyceharper.bsky.social from @ucl-ifwh.bsky.social 👇

🧠 Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay At UCL Grand Challenges, we’re spotlighting research that’s driving change—from early intervention to wellbeing in schools, hospitals, and workplaces. Explore how we’re shaping policy and practice: https://bit.ly/46zVlfm #MentalHealth #UCL

📝 @wellcometrust.bsky.social's new sex and gender in health research funding policy outlines expectations of researchers to integrate sex, gender or both dimensions through the research life cycle. Read the new policy: wellcome.org/research-fun...

🎙️ Happy #InternationalPodcastDay! To mark the day, we are looking back at Season 5 of Public Health Disrupted 👇 Catch up on all episodes: Apple: podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/p... Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/2FcvrZG... SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/uclsound/set...

Excellent learning opportunities for researchers at all career stages ⬇️ Learn more: www.nihr.ac.uk/news/nihr-la...

🎧 New episode of Public Health Disrupted: Ageing Playfully! Join @thewrittenro.bsky.social, Dr Carrie Ryan (UCL Arts & Sciences) and Rachel Colles (Hearts & Minds) as they explore how play can disrupt conventional narratives around ageing, and reveal its deeper meaning and joy.

We're excited to announce CLS will lead the first new nationally representative UK-wide birth cohort study in 25 years. Generation New Era will follow the lives of more than 30,000 babies born in 2026, during their early years, and potentially beyond. Read more: bit.ly/4gfttBP

“Research has shown that UK parents will welcome the vaccine and can be reassured that it is highly effective and has a good safety record having been used in the USA for 30 years” says @helenebedford.bsky.social from @uclchildhealth.bsky.social.

📢 Don’t miss out – early bird rates for our new advanced module close soon! 📅 22–23 Oct, 12:30–16:30 (UK time) Learn to better select & specify behaviour change techniques with experts from @hbcproject.bsky.social 👉 www.ucl.ac.uk/behaviour-ch... @martamarques.bsky.social @susanmichie.bsky.social

Applications for the Arts Health Research Intensive 2026 are now OPEN ⭐ #AHRI26 Interested in #ArtsInHealth? Join us for an immersive week of developing knowledge, skills & contacts! Learn more & apply 👇 sbbresearch.org/arts-health-...

We are delighted to announce the successful projects from our recent funding call for Early Career Researchers, each worth up to £15,000. Find out more: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/grand-challenges/news/2025/sep/funding-awarded-10-ecr-catalyst-grant-projects-mental-health-wellbeing

How can you increase your own healthspan? Professor Eric Brunner recommends joining a gym or going on an activity holiday 🏃 www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitne...

Applications for the 2026 Pairing Scheme will close Friday 26 September. An excellent opportunity for research scientists to be paired with UK parliamentarians and civil servants, where they will gain an insight into how research findings can help inform policy making. Details below ⬇️

Today marks the start of #WorldAlzheimersMonth. During the month we'll be sharing UCL's world-leading research into dementia prevention, care & cure through our research stories. Find out more: buff.ly/D1vi69x #UCLDementia

Research led by Prof Eloise Marais @uclgeography.bsky.social, Dr Karn Vohra @unibirmingham.bsky.social, and @sei.org, published in #ScienceAdvances @science.org, finds that air pollution from oil & gas causes 91,000 premature deaths & hundreds of thousands of health issues across the US annually…

Out today: the UCL Health of the Public August newsletter! Each month, we share the latest funding opportunities, news and events related to improving health for all, beyond disciplinary borders. Read the newsletter: mailchi.mp/ucl/health-o... Subscribe: ucl.us13.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=...

🎧 New episode of Public Health Disrupted! In this episode @xandvt.bsky.social & @thewrittenro.bsky.social explore the public health benefits of a four-day work week with @joeryle.bsky.social & UCL’s @annahci.bsky.social. 💼 Less burnout 💡More productivity ❤️ Better wellbeing @4dayweek.bsky.social

Period education in school is too focused on biological aspects and not enough on how menstruation affects mood and wellness, plus boys are not educated enough on menstruation, finds a new study led by Professor Joyce Harper (@ucl-ifwh.bsky.social). Read more ⬇️ www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/au...

Ready to take on a global challenge? 🌍 The 2025–26 Reach Alliance call for proposals is open. Funding is available for @ucl.ac.uk teams to lead 18 months of impactful research reaching the hardest to reach. Proposals due 3 Oct 2025. 🔗 ⬇️ @uclgrandchallenges.bsky.social @utoronto.ca ‬

🚨 Applications now open! Join the @ukri.org ESRC Assessor College and help shape the future of UK social science research. Now recruiting 70+ new members from academia, public, business & civil society sectors. 🗓️ Apply by 26 August 🔗 www.ukri.org/who-we-are/w...