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Jan 30
LifeLab team urges MPs to include young voices in future vaping policies
Southampton researchers and young people have been to Westminster to urge MPs to consider young people’s views on vaping. At Evidence...


Jan 27
Loneliness could hinder older peoples’ recovery after leaving hospital
Southampton researchers have identified ways to boost older patients' recovery at home. Social isolation not only affects people...

Jan 16
Southampton professor celebrated for combining world-class research and clinical care
Professor Nicholas Harvey has been honoured with the 2024 David Barker Award for Research. The Award recognises outstanding contributions...


Jan 7
Southampton to lead major trial on treating babies with reflux
A common medicine used to treat babies with reflux is to be assessed in a new trial. The National Institute for Health and Care Research...


Jan 6
National effort to tackle maternity disparities gets underway in Southampton
A new collaboration to reduce disparities in maternity outcomes has marked its launch with a networking event. The NIHR Challenge:...

Dec 17, 2024
Olive leaf extract may boost muscle health in older age, study finds
New research suggests a molecule found in olive leaves could help combat age-related muscle loss. Weakening of muscles is a major public...

Dec 12, 2024
Shifts in health of young people will impact pregnancies, study shows
New research shows how health behaviours of young people have changed across generations. Results reveal progress in some areas, with a...


Dec 4, 2024
LifeLab scoops national award for improving the health of young people
Southampton’s LifeLab programme has been nationally recognised for its work to improve the health and wellbeing of young people. ...


Nov 29, 2024
Southampton nutrition scientist secures funding for obesity research
Dr Helena Fisk is looking at new ways to improve obesity-associated inflammation. The Southampton researcher has secured funding from the...


Nov 26, 2024
Placenta scientist awarded international honour
Dr Jane Cleal has been recognised as an outstanding researcher in the field of placental biology. She was presented the 2024 Andrée...

Nov 26, 2024
Southampton selected for £50m challenge to reduce disparities in maternity outcomes
Southampton researchers will be at the heart of a national initiative to tackle disparities in maternity outcomes. The University of...


Nov 13, 2024
Regional partners unite to tackle obesity and excess weight in children
Professor Keith Godfrey is supporting a new initiative to help children in Dorset stay a healthy weight. Academics and healthcare...

Nov 6, 2024
Vitamin D during pregnancy boosts children’s bone health even at age seven
Children whose mothers took extra vitamin D during pregnancy continue to have stronger bones at age seven, according to new research....


Oct 23, 2024
Weight loss pill shows promising results in first clinical trial
A first trial of an expanding pill has demonstrated the technology’s potential as a weight-loss treatment. The Sirona capsule is designed...


Oct 3, 2024
Experts warn of expected rise in age-related muscle loss
Southampton researchers are highlighting the need to identify people at risk of a common muscle-wasting disease. Sarcopenia is...

Oct 1, 2024
Fellowships enable funding boost for fatty acid research
Southampton researchers are exploring the effects of dietary fats on inflammation. Dr Helena Fisk and Dr Ella Baker from the University...


Sep 17, 2024
Preventing muscle loss: Meet Mark Burton
Southampton researchers are looking at new ways to maintain muscle strength and resilience in later life. Sarcopenia causes a loss of...


Sep 9, 2024
LifeLab named as finalist in Health & Wellbeing Awards
Southampton’s LifeLab programme has been shortlisted for a national award. This recognition highlights its impactful work with young...

Sep 2, 2024
Researchers call for improved awareness of need to prepare for pregnancy
Most people do not realise the importance of thinking about health before pregnancy, according to a new project. ‘Preconception care'...

Aug 28, 2024
Mapping Southampton’s food health
Southampton researchers have partnered with the local council to map the city’s food system. The project is a collaboration between...
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