News tagged with: primary-care
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Dementia expert invited to 10 Downing Street to share latest insight
University of Plymouth news: Dementia expert invited to 10 Downing Street to share latest insight. Ian Sherriff BEM was among key national figures invited to a roundtable and reception.
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Student-led event to educate and empower GPs of the future
University of Plymouth news. Student-led event to educate and empower GPs of the future. Fourth-year medical student Aarthikeshavan Sriram ran the GP conference for students across the South West.
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Researcher celebrated at national awards for patient-centred excellence
University of Plymouth news: a pioneering Research Fellow from the University, Dr Joseph Lanario, has won an award for his outstanding contribution to respiratory research and dedication to patient involvement.
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The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower – Plymouth’s seedling idea that grew worldwide
University of Plymouth news: On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Ian Sherriff BEM reflects on the impact of the sunflower symbol he co-created with Gatwick Airport.
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Physical activity and tailored support fails to deliver lasting benefits for smokers not ready to quit
University of Plymouth news: A major study shows that promoting physical activity and other behavioural support delivers no noticeable benefits – compared with offering no additional support – in the rates of people stopping smoking
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Research investigates how to reduce male violence against women and girls
The University of Plymouth is working with a number of partners in Plymouth to investigate how to reduce male violence against women and girls.
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Study explores links between people taking multiple medications and dementia
New research led by the University of Plymouth shows that people with dementia are likely to have taken more than three medications for other health conditions in the five years directly before their diagnosis
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University awarded funding to support health research in Plymouth
The University of Plymouth has been awarded funding to support health research with partners across the city into factors that create inequalities.
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New partnership to improve education on Loot boxes
News at the University of Plymouth: The University is working with the Young Gamers and Gamblers Education Trust (YGAM) to develop educational materials.
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Helping people with Parkinson’s manage non-motor symptoms at home
A comprehensive digital system, called NMS Assist, will help people monitor symptoms such as insomnia, bladder issues and depression.
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Routes to Wellness: New project to support the mental health of people affected by displacement
An important new study involving the University of Plymouth is set to support the mental health of refugees.
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New method to help GPs manage patients with multiple health conditions
The SHERPA model could be an effective tool for GP trainees, new research shows.