How can we better support girls’ participation in #sport?🤔💪🏽 We had the pleasure of speaking with Natalie Brown from the Welsh Institute of Performance Science and Dani Mugridge, Director of Sport at Lady Eleanor Holles to gain their insights. 💬 #GirlsInSport #Periods #YouthVoice

⏰ Last Chance – Limited FREE Spots Available! We’ve just released a small number of FREE places for teachers to join our live online course tomorrow. Teachers can use the code 'ACTIVE100' at the checkout tinyurl.com/2y93r4y8 #TeachersOfBluesky #Teaching #Edchat #FreeCPD #PEchat #physicaleducation

Dr Craig Haslop advises that education about online misogyny should not solely focus on boys and young men. “....It’s an educational piece for all of us...” 📚 We spoke with him about his research, which explores how masculinity is formed and reproduced online. 💻 #edusky #teachers #edchat

“It really just tells us the deep-rooted issues we’ve got in society around gender equality... ” 💭 Dr Craig Haslop, Senior Lecturer and Researcher from the University of Liverpool on the rise of online misogyny. #education #edusky #skybrarians #teacher

“It’s important to say this right now actually, Andrew Tate is a sort of tip of the iceberg here.” Dr @craighaslop.bsky.social, Senior Lecturer at @liverpooluni.bsky.social discusses the 'manosphere', Adolescence, and how Tate has managed to bridge a gap. #Adolescence #OnlineMisogyny #SocialMedia

📢 We’re delighted to announce our upcoming #training In this course, we’ll explore: ✅ The barriers girls face in different settings ✅ How challenges evolve as they grow older ✅ Evidence-based practices that promote greater #inclusion and #participation 👉 Register now: tinyurl.com/2y93r4y8

Can different food labels in school canteens change behaviour? 🍰📊 @lborouniversity.bsky.social researchers explore the effects of new labels on cakes and biscuits among secondary pupils. Read the full story: tinyurl.com/bdzn4jhb #Food #PublicHealth #SchoolCanteen

Our latest evidence brief shines a light on the broader, often unseen challenges players face when recovering from injuries like #ACL tears and #concussions. It also explores how coaches, parents & others can help 🤝 Read full story tinyurl.com/yp3dbspr Research led by @ucdresearch.bsky.social 👏

Cooking classes in school: a recipe for better health? 🍳 Our latest evidence brief dives into what researchers know—and don't know—about the benefits of school-based cooking lessons. tinyurl.com/yp3dbspr Study led by @universityofleeds.bsky.social 👏 #Cooking #FoodEducation #HealthyEating #School

Research reveals one-day, pre-season workshops in schools and clubs might not be enough to change coaching practices and behaviours 🔄 Read more tinyurl.com/yp3dbspr Research led by @unioflimerick.bsky.social 👏 #CoachCPD #Rugby #Football #InjuryPrevention #BJSM

Letter: Mobiles are silencing school bus journeys 🚌 ➡️ 📱 Screen time is transforming commutes from lively hubs into spaces devoid of connection, warns Gerald McManus Read more 👉 tinyurl.com/3bvv56b4 #MobilePhones #ScreenTime#SchoolTravel

Letter: Free School Meals policy needs safeguards against food industry influence 🍴🚫 Dr Chavez-Ugalde, Research Fellow at @citystgeorges.bsky.social, calls for increased funding and vigilance to ensure school meals are truly nutritious 👉 tinyurl.com/bd5k55aj #FreeSchoolMeals #PrimarySchool #CDoH

Skipping small amounts of school can hurt GCSE results 📚 New research shows authorised school absences, even for health reasons, can significantly impact exam success. Research by @strath-ioe.bsky.social & @diw.de 👏 Read tinyurl.com/yp3dbspr #Attendance #GCSEs #School @dfedigital.bsky.social

Letter: Students hold the key to active playgrounds 👧👦 Involving children in the design of their play spaces leads to more active and purposeful playtimes, argues Living Sport Lead and former teacher, Laura Williams Read more tinyurl.com/yc676x4f #Playgrounds #PhysicalActivity #School

Pupils born later in the school year are 38% more likely to receive an ADHD diagnosis and 28% more likely to be medicated than their slightly older classmates. 📊 Read more lnkd.in/eT_j9xrv Research led by The Institute of Mental Health, University of Nottingham 👏 #ADHD #Teachers #Neurodiversity

Childhood obesity rise from Covid will cost UK at least £8.7 Billion 🚨 In 2024, researchers found that lockdowns led to a significant rise in obesity rates, with English 10–11-year-olds still showing elevated levels. Read the full story tinyurl.com/yd8cj4bm #Covid #ChildhoodObesity#NHS 🏥

Letter: Young children learn by watching us 🌱 We must model positive behaviours to promote more movement and less screen time, advises Early Years specialist Dr. Lala Manners 👉 tinyurl.com/2ekn6f6a #EarlyYears #ScreenTime #PhysicalActivity

Why we still need to talk about Covid 🌍 Our latest evidence brief explores the experiences of nearly 80,000 young people across Europe, offering key insights and actionable lessons for recovery 📊 Read more tinyurl.com/yp3dbspr #Pandemic #Wellbeing #MentalHealth

Letter: Traditional sportswear puts girls off exercise 🛑 Outdated PE clothing and sportswear make many girls feel uncomfortable and stop them from being more active. We must do better, writes GB Olympian Tess Howard. 👉 tinyurl.com/5cx47yfd #PEkit #Sportswear #SchoolUniforms

Is all screen time harmful? 🤔📱 Our latest evidence brief offers actionable insights for schools and parents to protect young people and support their well-being. Read more 👇 tinyurl.com/yp3dbspr #ScreenTime #MobilePhones #SocialMedia

"Far too often, myself and colleagues within neurodevelopmental and disability services are challenged to support children in an educational system that cannot (or will not) bend to their needs, with PE lessons being just one example," writes Dr Jennifer Lennon. Read more 🔗 tinyurl.com/39872x3n

Young voices propose solutions to boost physical activity levels post-pandemic 👟 Our latest evidence brief unpacks the challenges teenagers faced when trying to pursue an active lifestyle during the pandemic, and what can be done now to help. Read more tinyurl.com/4x37bjss @mrcepid.bsky.social 👏

“Simply adding a few extra centimetres on t-shirt arm length, choosing a collared shirt and wider brimmed hat protect against the worst of UV exposure in summer,” writes Dr Johanna Reidy. schoolhealthpulse.com/letter-redes... #UVsafety #SchoolUniforms #SunDamage

Could breakfast hold the key to young people’s happiness? 🍳🤔 Our latest evidence brief uncovers new research on what might be an important daily habit. Read the full story tinyurl.com/yp3dbspr Research led by One Health Research Group UDLA 🔬 Getty Images #breakfast #wellbeing #happiness

Our latest piece reveals which groups are making the biggest shifts, how to make these habits stick, and ways to support families facing barriers to school active travel 🛴 tinyurl.com/yp3dbspr Research led by @mrcepid.bsky.social 👏 Image credits: Getty Images #ULEZ #ActiveTravel #SchoolTravel

Have an opinion on something you've read in School Health Pulse recently? We want to hear from you 👂 We've just launched a "Letters to the Editor" section, inviting readers to respond to our articles 📬 Check it out tinyurl.com/c3ehcmsk We look forward to hearing from you and sharing your views ✍️

Our latest evidence brief uncovers research suggesting free school meals can help kids from low-income families cut down on ultra-processed food 🍽️ Read the full story 🔗 tinyurl.com/mtavfybe Research led by @imperialsph.bsky.social 👏 #SchoolFood #UltraProcessedFood #FreeSchoolMeals 📷 pixelshot

MPs are debating the #schoolsbill today. Among the topics - #schooluniforms 👔 While costs are grabbing headlines, what about their impact on public health? One of our most-read articles from last year breaks down international research on this: 🔗http://tinyurl.com/4mp5h29n #publichealth #schools

Happy New Year from School Health Pulse🥳 We're back to unpack the latest research on young people's #health📚 2024 brought plenty of fascinating #research insights. What resonated most? This week's newsletter: Our top 5 most-read articles of 2024. Don't miss out! 📩tinyurl.com/nhedzh52

Exciting news 🎉 We've been awarded a grant from the Centre for Global Equality, enabling us to work with more partners in 2025! We're immensely grateful to CGE for recognising the importance of our work and can't wait to share more soon. Stay up-to-date! Join our newsletter: tinyurl.com/yp3dbspr

Teachers often drive school health initiatives. But how can we ensure their success? Our latest article reveals a science-backed formula for impactful CPD 📈 Read full story 🔗 tinyurl.com/yp3dbspr Study led by @camedfac.bsky.social & @mrcepid.bsky.social 👏 #CPD #Teachers #EduChat 📸Getty Images

Swimming skills gap reveals stark inequalities 🏊 Our latest article delves into international research identifying groups of children most at risk of water-related harm ⚠️ Read: tinyurl.com/4u9sjvw9 Research led by Life Saving Victoria & Monash University 👏 #Swimming #WaterSafety #PublicHealth

LGBTQA+ teens suffer sleep and physical activity gap 🚨 Our latest article covers research on how LGBTQA+ youth compare to their peers, and what can be done to reduce health disparities 🏳️‍🌈 Read full story 🔗 tinyurl.com/yc5tttp9 Led by University of Queensland 👏 #LGBTQA #Health #UKteaching #PhysEd

Wearing steps on your sleeve motivates movement ⌚️ Our latest research brief explores the impact of wearable activity trackers on young people’s health 🚶 Read the full story tinyurl.com/3capa79z Research led by University of Hong Kong 👏@thelancet.bsky.social #FitBits #Moki #SmartWatches #Steps

Sleep is essential, but many autistic youth face challenges when it comes to bedtime. 😴 Our latest evidence brief explores research on how movement could help them get the rest they need. 🛏️ Full story 🔗 tinyurl.com/5yar8jva Study led by PolyU 👏 👏 #Autism #Exercise #Health

The hidden cost of school uniforms 👔 In our latest piece, we uncover research suggesting #schooluniforms could be holding young girls back when it comes to #health 🏃‍♀️ Read the full story 🔗 tinyurl.com/4mp5h29n Study led by @camedfac.bsky.social @mrcepid.bsky.social 👏 📷 Getty Images Signature

Period education needs to go beyond biology 📢 Our latest evidence brief reveals what students want from their period education and how teachers can help 🩸 Check it out: 🔗 tinyurl.com/r3rxyem7 Research led by Dr Natalie Brown, Swansea University & co 👏 #PeriodPositivity #Teachers #PhysEd #PSHE