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New research helps address problem of hospital bed blocking
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/new-research-helps-address-problem-of-hospital-bed-blocking
Experts have led a study questioning assumptions about the best way to stop unnecessary admissions and extended hospital stays for frail, elderly people.
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There’s no place for energy drinks in our children’s diets
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/pr-opinion/theres-no-place-for-energy-drinks-in-our-childrens-diets
As the Government proposes a ban on the sale of energy drinks to children, public health dietitian Dr Clare Pettinger explains why the evidence suggests it’s a good thing
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How do senior paramedics decide when to stop resuscitation? Research project to help inform guidelines
Paramedic Ali Coppola is undertaking a masters in Clinical Research (MClinRes) to explore pulseless electrical activity (PEA) out of hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) – as currently there is a limited evidence-base and guidelines in the area.
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Research shows that people overestimate benefits – and underestimate risks – of medical interventions
From major heart surgery to a course of minor drugs, people overestimate the benefits and underestimate the risks of a variety of medical procedures, according to new research led by the School of Psychology.
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Students help over-60s stay fighting fit
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/students-help-over-60s-stay-fighting-fit
Plymouth University news: Physiotherapy students are helping over-60s assess their health at a series of Functional Fitness MOTs.
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Exploring self criticism and promoting self compassion
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/exploring-self-criticism-and-promoting-self-compassion
Plymouth University news: A workshop exploring self criticism and the new research that could help people quieten its voice is taking place at Plymouth University from 12-14 September.
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Clinical psychology students work with charity to improve mental wellbeing of LGBT+ communities
Plymouth University news: Postgraduate students will be discussing how clinical psychology can help to play a part in improving the mental wellbeing of the LGBT+ communities at a conference on 21 July.
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Plymouth academic first nurse appointed by Chinese Government programme
Jos Latour, Professor in Clinical Nursing at the University of Plymouth has been invited to develop research in China’s largest children’s hospital – making him the first nurse to be appointed through a Chinese Government programme.
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National figurehead praises nursing sustainability project
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/national-figurehead-praises-nursing-sustainability-project
Janet Davies, Chief Executive and General Secretary of the Royal College of Nursing, praises University of Plymouth project encouraging sustainability in nursing.
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Helping nurses stay green – launch of new UK platform
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/helping-nurses-stay-green-newly-launched-uk-platform
The Green Nurse Network, a new UK network led by the Centre for Sustainable Healthcare, has launched today – thanks to input from academics at the University of Plymouth.
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