Children faced a substantially higher risk of rare heart complications from being infected with COVID-19 during the pandemic than from being vaccinated against the disease, finds study by academics incl Prof Pia Hardelid at @uclchildhealth.bsky.social who compared the two scenarios for first time

People with poor heart health during middle age are more likely to develop dementia in later life, with signs of heart damage linked to dementia risk as much as 25 years later, finds a new study led by Dr @yuntaochen.bsky.social @uclpsychiatry.bsky.social & Prof Eric Brunner @ucliehc.bsky.social

UCL in India! ✨ We’re thrilled to be meeting so many students as we travel across India. After a vibrant weekend in Mumbai, we’re heading to Bangalore & New Delhi later this week. buff.ly/gNNxNXf @ucl.ac.uk @uclengineering.bsky.social @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social @ucllifesciences.bsky.social

Intensive treatment of severe gum disease can prevent clogged arteries, reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks, according to a new clinical trial by Dr Marco Orlandi, Prof Francesco D'Aiuto and Prof John Deanfield @uclmedsci.bsky.social @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social

Thinking about a Master’s in life or medical sciences? Join us at our Postgraduate Open Evening on 19 November to meet academics and explore your options. 🕔 Wednesday 19 November, 16:30–19:30 📍 UCL Institute of Education (IOE), Bloomsbury Campus 🔗 Book your place:

“The destruction to lives and livelihoods will continue to escalate until we end our fossil fuel addiction & dramatically up our game to adapt," says Dr @marinaromanello.bsky.social of @uclglobalhealth.bsky.social as @thelancet.com report reveals a preventable heat-related death occurs every minute

Are you based in Mumbai, Bangalore, or New Delhi? Don’t miss our upcoming in-person Open Days this November! Book your spot now: www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-... 📸: UCL India Summer School & The British School New Delhi #UCLIndiaOpenDay #StudyAtUCL #UCLandIndia @ucl-global.bsky.social

77% of women feel they're not well informed enough about the menopause, finds research by Prof Joyce Harper and Dr Shema Tariq from @ucl-ifwh.bsky.social, highlighting the need for a nationwide education & support programme to counter a 'gold rush' of unregulated products from clothes to shampoo

Three UCL academics Professor Ibrahim Abubakar @iiabubakar.bsky.social, Professor Pearce Keane and Professor Charles Swanton have been elected to US National Academy of Medicine for their work on the epidemiology of tuberculosis, artificial intelligence in ophthalmology and cancer genomics.

Fitness and calorie counting apps can leave users feeling demoralised and ready to give up on their goals, according to a new study using machine learning to analyse 59,000 posts on Twitter (now X) involving Dr Paulina Bondaronek @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social and Dr Lucy Porter @ucl-cbc.bsky.social

Anti-obesity medication semaglutide may help to prevent heart attacks and other major cardiac events regardless of how much weight people lose while taking the drug, according to new analysis of the SELECT trial led by Prof John Deanfield @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/oc...

🎓 Thinking about postgraduate study? Explore Master’s degrees across the Faculty of Population Health Sciences this November at our online Open Events. From global health to women's health, data science to child health - there's something for everyone. 🔗 www.ucl.ac.uk/population-h...

"As policymakers wrestle with the challenges of an ageing population, these findings provide another reason to invest in tobacco control.” - @mapbloom.bsky.social

Researchers from @uclglobalhealth.bsky.social have developed a digital tool that visualises the impact of diet on health and the planet, following the 2025 EAT-Lancet Commission’s latest report on sustainable food systems. Learn more and explore the tool: www.ucl.ac.uk/population-h...

To mark World Mental Health Day 2025, Professor Rochelle Burgess (@thewrittenro.bsky.social) from @uclglobalhealth.bsky.social shares why mental health must be prioritised in global recovery efforts, and how community-led action can drive meaningful change.

"Most patients will first see their GP with symptoms; we need to understand where delays happen." In collaboration with @sarcoma.org.uk, we're funding Dr Rafiq to study GP referral delays for sarcoma patients 🩺 Read our interview: ow.ly/4uM550X5Axl #BoneCancerAwarenessWeek #CouldItBeBoneCancer

📆 On tomorrow, 10 October! World Mental Health Day 2025: Conversations on the possibility and promise of mental health care in times of crisis. With Professor Rochelle Burgess (@thewrittenro.bsky.social) from @uclglobalhealth.bsky.social Register: ucl.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Writing in @bigissue.com, Prof Sir Michael Marmot highlights the need for government policies to improve inequalities in health and health equity to boost health outcomes and life expectancy across the country. @marmotihe.bsky.social @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social www.bigissue.com/news/social-...

Women with an inherited risk of developing ovarian cancer because they have the so-called Angelina Jolie gene alteration can now be tested on the NHS thanks to pioneering research led by UCL academics including Professor Adam Rosenthal @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social

It’s important to realise there are potential consequences from having a Caesarean birth at a late stage of labour for future pregnancies, Prof Anna David @prenataltherapy.bsky.social tells @skynewsrss.bsky.social in light of new @ucl.ac.uk research led by Dr Maria Ivan @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social

Family affluence shields children from the risks of obesity and unhealthy eating habits, even when they're surrounded by unhealthy food options, according to a study co-led by Dr @andreadsmith.bsky.social and Prof Clare Llewellyn @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social UCL blog buff.ly/NYr0V0x 🧵 (1/3)

Some highlights from last month's graduation ceremony 🤩🎉🎓 📸: James Tye

🎙️ 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...

More than a million people were referred by GPs to social prescribing services in England in 2023, far exceeding initial targets, finds a new study led by Dr Feifei Bu and Professor Daisy Fancourt @ucliehc.bsky.social @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social with the National Academy for Social Prescribing

🎧 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.

Thousands of people with dementia in the UK are prescribed antipsychotics for longer and at higher doses than recommended, finds a new study led by Dr Juan Carlos Bazo-Alvarez and Prof @irenepetersen.bsky.social @ucl-primarycare.bsky.social @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/se...

Study pinpoints reason why transplanted kidneys can be rejected. Research by Prof David Long, @daniyaljafree.bsky.social (@uclchildhealth.bsky.social) and colleagues @greatormondst.bsky.social, Wellcome Sanger and University of Cambridge. bit.ly/47NIU1V @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social

"Vapes are one of the vital techniques people use to quit smoking": Dr Eve Taylor talks to Sky News about her study finding that plain packaging of vape pods reduces young people’s interest in trying them, but not interest among adults @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/se...

Implementing AI into NHS hospitals is far harder than initially anticipated, with complications including harmonisation with old IT systems, finds major study led by UCL researchers @angusramsay.bsky.social & @profnaomifulop.bsky.social @ucliehc.bsky.social

A hopeful story about how a research breakthrough from @uclchildhealth.bsky.social researchers could benefit children like Lucia, who are living with juvenile dermatomyositis.

A new treatment has been shown to significantly lower blood pressure in people whose levels stay dangerously high, according to the results of a clinical trial led by Professor Professor Bryan Williams from the UCL Institute of Cardiovascular Science. 📰 Read more: www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/au...

🎓 September graduations are here and we’re celebrating every moment! 🎉 Huge congratulations to our incredible graduates. Whether you're crossing the stage or watching from afar, this is a moment to remember and you’ve achieved something truly special. Here’s to the next steps in your journey ✨

📣 An excellent opportunity for anyone in New York City or São Paulo interested in studying at UCL! Meet Dr Rolando Leiva-Granados from @uclglobalhealth.bsky.social next week at the QS Discover Fairs: 📅 São Paulo – 11 Sept 📅 NYC – 13 Sept #UCL #GlobalHealth #QSDiscover #StudyInLondon

Researchers can now access a rich national resource from the British Regional Heart Study through the UK Data Service. The dataset includes measures across adulthood into very old age. It covers: 🔹risk factors 🔹cardiovascular outcomes 🔹frailty 🔹disability 🔹dementia www.ucl.ac.uk/population-h...

Join what is sure to be a thought-provoking talk by Prof John O'Quigley, organised by @ucl-cctu.bsky.social ⬇️

“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.

A teenager with a rare, life-limiting genetic condition is off to university after receiving a pioneering gene therapy developed by researchers at @uclchildhealth.bsky.social and Great Ormond Street Hospital: www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/au... @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social @uclnews.bsky.social

Using 3D-printed lab-grown mini-lungs and nanodiamonds, an international research team co-led by Prof @paolodecoppi.bsky.social @uclchildhealth.bsky.social and @greatormondst.bsky.social is developing treatments that could help babies repair their damaged lungs while still in the womb

Dr Isabel Straw (UCL Institute of Health Informatics) discussed the evolving role of #AI in the NHS & the urgent need to address #AIBias on BBC Radio 5 Live. 🎧 Listen on BBC Sounds (from 1hr 05 to 1hr 25): www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/... #AIinHealthcare #EthicalAI #AIBias @uclnews.bsky.social

“Having the gene therapy has completely changed my life." Remi, aged 19, who has a rare and potentially life-limiting genetic condition, is now off to university after receiving a pioneering gene therapy developed by researchers @ucl.ac.uk & @greatormondst.bsky.social. www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/au...

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...

Congratulations to everyone receiving their A-Level results today! If you’re joining us this September, welcome to UCL. 💜 Got questions about Results Day, visit our website: www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-...

Innovative virtual eye clinics in shopping centres could significantly reduce waiting times for routine eye appointments, suggests a first-of-its-kind study led by @ucl-primarycare.bsky.social, @moorfieldsbrc.bsky.social and @ucleye.bsky.social

More than 78 million cigarettes are smoked in England, Wales & Scotland every day, according to research led by @drsarahejackson.bsky.social @ucliehc.bsky.social, @cancerresearchuk.org, which calls the Tobacco and Vapes Bill "a historic opportunity to stub out the harms of smoking"

🚨The 2025 edition of the UCL Population Health Sciences Magazine is now live! Created by students and shaped in partnership with staff, alumni, and contributors across our community, this year’s publication explores one central theme: Growth. 🔗 Read now: www.ucl.ac.uk/population-h...

What if #AI could help build healthier societies?🌍 This summer, British and African experts met at the Uni of Zimbabwe to explore just that, at an event organised by Dr Felicity Fitzgerald. @wellcometrust.bsky.social @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social More👇 www.imperial.ac.uk/news/266257/...

Innovative virtual eye clinics in shopping centres could significantly reduce waiting times for routine eye appointments, suggests a first-of-its-kind study led by @ucl-primarycare.bsky.social, @moorfieldsbrc.bsky.social and @ucleye.bsky.social

More than 78 million cigarettes are smoked in England, Wales and Scotland every day, according to new research led by @drsarahejackson.bsky.social @ucliehc.bsky.social with @cancerresearchuk.org, which calls the Tobacco and Vapes Bill "a historic opportunity to stub out the harms of smoking"

🎙️“The point of public health is to create a place where people can live life in their fullest extent…” Adam Briggs (@healthfoundation.bsky.social) reminds us that public health is about enabling life, not restricting it. Listen now ⬇️ on.soundcloud.com/C8FCuBhaOPbY... @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social

Researchers at @uclchildhealth.bsky.social and @unibirmingham.bsky.social, including Prof Lucy Wedderburn, have discovered important clues into what is driving disease in children with arthritis.