"Dancing, singing, writing, drawing, crafting, reading, enjoying exhibitions, attending festivals and going to gigs are all activities you should be immersing yourself in as a valuable tonic." www.bigissue.com/life/health/...

How important are the arts for our health? Professor Daisy Fancourt’s research shows how engaging in the arts can support both mental and physical health. Full story: https://bit.ly/4tUppfn @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social @ucl-sbb.bsky.social @ucliehc.bsky.social @creativelivescl.bsky.social

UCL has pledged to become a Nature Positive University, marking a major step in its response to the biodiversity crisis and reinforcing its ambition to place nature at the heart of sustainability. www.ucl.ac.uk/sustainable/...

📝 Applications are now open for UCL’s new Pro-Vice-Provost (Intercultural Communication) role, a major new leadership position shaping the latest UCL Grand Challenges theme. Apply here (Internal applicants only): https://bit.ly/4vaGJOa

Join the first ever live audience of Public Health Disrupted on Tuesday 30 June! In this special episode, @thewrittenro.bsky.social and @xandvt.bsky.social will explore the history of public health at UCL and consider what it can teach us about health today. bloomsburytheatre.com/event/2026/0...

UCL has received the Race Equality Charter (REC) Silver Award by Advance HE in recognition of our sustained commitment to advancing race equality. www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/ma...

As England moves closer to a major shift in how power is distributed locally, a critical question is coming into focus: can devolution deliver better health, and fairer health, for communities? www.ucl.ac.uk/grand-challe...

NEW PAPER in @eyejournal.bsky.social (open access): Qualitative analysis of patient & staff experiences of novel, community-based clinic for chronic eye disease: we discuss how appointments work, clinical setting, communication/engagement, & future of such clinics www.nature.com/articles/s41...

These findings resulted from Project HERCULES, led and delivered by @moorfieldsbrc.bsky.social, @ucleye.bsky.social, @ucliehc.bsky.social, @thebartlettucl.bsky.social, @profnaomifulop.bsky.social, @cazline42.bsky.social

Hat's off to this year's graduates🎓 We’re celebrating every single one of you who is crossing the stage at the Royal Festival Hall this week. Congratulations on reaching such an incredible milestone. We’re so proud of you. 💜

Festival of Early Stage Researchers 2026 is taking over UCL East on 3 June. Step into a day of discovery, connection and celebration with your community – the people who inspire you, support you, and shape the future alongside you: www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resour...

Heavy caring responsibilities reduce brain function for people aged 50 & over, whereas light caring duties can actually be beneficial to middle-aged and older people’s mental abilities, new research led by Dr @baowenxue.bsky.social from @ucliehc.bsky.social finds www.theguardian.com/society/2026...

Regularly taking part in arts activities such as reading, listening to music or visiting a gallery or museum may slow the pace of biological ageing, suggests a new study by UCL researchers. www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/ma...

“Our study provides the first evidence that arts and cultural engagement is linked to a slower pace of biological ageing” - Dr Feifei Bu www.theguardian.com/science/2026...

Find out how hobbies can help build our self-esteem and confidence in this article featuring work from UCL IEHC researchers. time.com/article/2026...

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.

🎧 Listen to the whole episode "Why are younger generations drinking less?": publichealthdisrupted.transistor.fm/episodes/why...

Want to boost your iron levels? "The majority of people’s iron doesn’t come from meat. It’s a case of having a reasonable balance of different types of foods" - Dr Rana Conway www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitne...

Is a 'smoke-free generation' possible? "The thing to note is that it is a ban of selling cigarettes to young people, so you are not criminalising young people but what you are saying to shop owners is you cannot sell to them" - Professor Robert West www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Boost your levels of happiness and personal fulfilment 🎨 🎭️ From painting to letting go of guilt, explore what to do and what not to do in retirement (with advice from Professor Daisy Fancourt).

In this article Dr Sarah Jackson unpacks the validity of concerns about #GenerationVape. www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news...

Patients presenting to GPs and Emergency Departments, and DIY dentistry - the consequences of declining access to dental care. Read this article just publised in @bmj.com www.bmj.com/content/393/...

In case you missed the announcement from @royalalberthall.bsky.social over on LinkedIn... Prof Daisy Fancourt has been appointed as their first ever Associate Scientist! This builds on her work demonstrating how music positively impacts health 🥼 🎵 Read more: www.linkedin.com/posts/royal-...

"The long-term goal is to phase out the product [tobacco] for future cohorts. And eventually simplifying the landscapes for businesses," said Dr Emma Beard (UCL Epidemiology & Health) on the Tobacco and Vapes Bill that aims to create a 'smoke-free generation' www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Celebrating Teaching Excellence ✨ Alongside conducting cutting-edge research, our team members are also involved in teaching at UCL We're delighted to share that Dr Jess Bone & Dr Feifei Bu have been shortlisted for the UCL Provost Education Award for Innovation 👇 www.ucl.ac.uk/teaching-lea...

An insightful session by Dr Kerry Calvo and Dr Miranda Kronfli (UCL) on using a Universal Design for Learning approach to create more inclusive, flexible, and supportive learning environments. #PCME2026 #MedicalEducation #Inclusion #Neurodiversity #PrimaryCare

Shaping the future of primary care placements 🌍 A great session from Dr Will Spiring, Dr Neelam Parmar, and Dr Anir Renukanthan (UCL) on curriculum review and innovation in primary care education. #PCME2026 #MedicalEducation #PrimaryCare #CurriculumDevelopment

Artificial Intelligence in medical education 🤖 An engaging session by Professor Andrew Williams (UCL) and Dr Hanady Hamdallah exploring the opportunities and challenges of AI in primary care education. #PCME2026 #MedicalEducation #AI #PrimaryCare

Expecting the unexpected - reflecting on challenges in teaching by Dr Aniruthan Renukanthan, Prof Joe Rosenthal and Dr Neelam Parmar, UCL, Dr Anna Ehrlich, Salaried GP and Dr Konrad Laker #PCME2026 #MedicalEducation #PrimaryCare

Shaping tomorrow’s primary care doctors 🌟 An inspiring session by Dr Devina Maru, Dr Sarah Armstrong, and Dr Will Coppola (UCL) on leadership teaching for students. #PCME2026 #MedicalEducation #PrimaryCare #Leadership

Formative feedback in clinical placements 💬 A fantastic student-led showcase by Dr Hanady Hamdallah and Dr Anya Rehman-Wood on a feedback tool co-developed with MBBS and Mpharm students, PPI and academics. #PCME2026 #MedicalEducation #PrimaryCare #StudentVoice

Neurodiversity Across the Ages 🧠 Insightful plenary by Dr Rohini Sabherwal (QMUL) on inclusion and student experience. Student voice in action #PCME2026 #MedicalEducation #PrimaryCare #StudentVoice

Upcoming free online webinar: Anthropology By Children & Communities - join us as Dr Kelly Fagan Robinson from @cam.ac.uk presents a methodology designed to centre #LivedExpertise. 📅Thursday 14th May 3:30-4:30pm 🔗 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/grace-epi-...

🎙️ In the final episode of Series 2 of Oral Health Matters, host Richard Watt, Professor of Dental Public Health at UCL explores whether the dental profession is currently standing on a precipice. open.spotify.com/episode/4Eji...

"Most older adults are concerned about the climate. They believe climate change is happening and has not been exaggerated and view it as severe enough to warrant action. Only a small minority are dismissive of the issue." - Dr Giorgio Di Gessa #earthday www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/ma...

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

Interested in developing a career in primary care research? Funded Nursing Commercial Research Fellowships are available across our member organisations - some deadlines are approaching, so explore opportunities now: bit.ly/404redv #Nursing #ResearchCareer #Fellowship #PrimaryCare

This UK-wide study of over 4,500 adults explored public awareness of cognitive frailty and willingness to adopt behaviours that support healthy ageing 🧠 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...

“Healthy ageing is driven not only by genetics, but a range of other factors, including sleeping well, keeping a positive mindset, and engaging in cultural activities,” said Dr Cesar Messias De Oliveira www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitne...

📣 Primary Care Undergrad Internships - apply now! 3 fully-funded summer research internships are available for medical students with an interest in ageing research & a career in academic geriatrics and/or primary care, from any undergrad medical school in the UK: www.ucl.ac.uk/population-h...

Equalise Deputy Director Becca Lacey recently launched a new podcast series which provides a space for young #carers to talk with changemakers about what a fairer future might look like and how we get there 🎧 open.spotify.com/show/4XGUsp3...

🌟 SBB Spotlight is back 🌟 This time, we're featuring Research Fellow & Trial Manager, Dr Robert Booth Read the interview to learn: 💡 What drew Rob to youth social prescribing 📊 The national trials he's working on 💭 His reflections on #SocialPrescribingDay 🔗 sbbresearch.org/sbb-spotligh...

Chag Pesach sameach to our Jewish students, staff, alumni and all celebrating! We wish you a meaningful Passover, and hope you enjoy celebrating with loved ones. #Passover #UCL @uclhjs.bsky.social

Professor Daisy Fancourt has been shortlisted for the 2026 Women’s Prize for Non-fiction! Her book Art Cure explores the life-changing power of the arts, drawing on decades of studies that show how engaging with the arts can improve our health and happiness. www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/ma...

Evidence-based parenting programmes delivered through community organisations can support family wellbeing and should be considered as part of wider strategies to reduce health inequalities, a landmark UCL study has found. www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/ma...

Parenting programmes delivered through community organisations can support family wellbeing & should be considered as part of wider strategies to reduce health inequalities, says a new study by @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social and @citystgeorges.bsky.social researchers www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/ma...

New research shows that parenting programmes, like SFSC, work in improving parents' mental wellbeing 👉 www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... @ucliehc.bsky.social @yvonne-kelly.bsky.social @anjaheilmann.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social

Announced today — #ArtCure by Professor Daisy Fancourt has made it onto the shortlist for the Women's Prize for Non-Fiction! 📚

Nay, a humanitarian worker and current student on the Humanitarian Policy and Practice MSc, tells us about his journey to UCL and the support and services available to students in this spotlight 📚️ www.ucl.ac.uk/population-h...

Professor Fancourt will be working closely with UNESCO as well as with @who.int on trials of ‘arts on prescription’ and broader ‘social prescribing’ initiatives in multiple Global South and North countries to assess whether such schemes can improve health outcomes. www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/ma...