Parkrun increases life satisfaction and is worth £667 million a year to the UK economy
New research published to mark parkrun’s 20th anniversary has revealed how it is worth nearly £700 million a year to the UK economy as a result of improved life satisfaction for those who take part.
Midwife continuity of care model linked to positive experiences during pregnancy
Women who experienced midwife continuity of care models were less likely to experience a caesarean section and more likely to report a positive experience during pregnancy and child birth, researchers have found.
Coalfield communities held back by lack of quality jobs – new research
Former coalfield communities still face a shortage of quality jobs, according to a new report by Sheffield Hallam University experts.
Sheffield Hallam University awarded £1.5m to evaluate NHS weight clinics
Researchers at Sheffield Hallam University have been awarded more than £1.5m to lead an evaluation of NHS clinics across England set up to support children and young people who have weight-related complications.
Children need to be seen as a vulnerable group when it comes to fuel poverty – new research
The plight of children living in homes where parents or carers are struggling with energy costs is being overlooked by the Government at Westminster, say leading researchers.
Landmark trial shows prostate cancer lifestyle programme mitigates treatment side effects
A landmark NHS trial shows a purpose-designed prostate cancer lifestyle programme is clinically effective, low-cost, and can be rolled out across the NHS as a part of its core prostate cancer care.
Centre of Excellence in AI and Robotics launched to tackle global challenges
Sheffield Hallam University has launched a new Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, bringing together leading academic expertise, industry and public sector partners to address some of the biggest challenges facing society.
Knee braces offer low-risk and effective option for managing painful arthritis, research shows
Using a knee brace can help people with painful knee osteoarthritis manage their symptoms, according to new research.
Sheffield Hallam secures six-figure UKRI grant for robotics project to support older people
Sheffield Hallam University has been awarded £400,000 to create a friendly robotic service for preventive care amongst older adults at risk of frailty
New research shows impact of volunteering at parkrun
An independent survey commissioned by UK-based charity parkrun has highlighted that volunteering has a bigger impact on health and wellbeing of parkrunners than just running or walking.