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University of Sheffield researchers join £50 million national programme to tackle maternity inequalities

Researchers from the University of Sheffield are playing a leading role in a new £50 million national research programme aiming to improve maternity care, reduce health inequalities and support better outcomes for women, babies and families.
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Hospice inspires bereaved mum to become nurse

University of Sheffield graduate, Katy Miller, was inspired to become a nurse after receiving support from Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice after the loss of her son, Oscar.

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Northern children more likely to have mental health difficulties than those in the South, Government report finds

A children’s mental health crisis risks creating a ‘lost generation’ with those from the North worst affected - a new report co-authored by the University of Sheffield warns.
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University of Sheffield team recognised with Blackboard Catalyst Award for Teaching Excellence

A team at the University of Sheffield within the Faculty of Heath has been awarded a prestigious Blackboard Catalyst Award for ‘Teaching Excellence’.
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GPs and district nurses feel emotional strain from increased need for end-of-life care

GPs and district nurses feel “emotionally and physically drained” as a result of an increased need for end-of-life-care during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Now open for applications - MMedSci Ophthalmology Advanced Clinical Practice (Paediatrics)

This course ideal for current paediatric eye-care practitioners (orthoptists, optometrists and ophthalmic nurses) who want to advance their specialist ophthalmic practice skills.
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Now open for applications - Master of Science in Midwifery (with registration as a midwife)

Start date September 2021 - apply now.
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Ellie Simpson, National Apprenticeship Week

"My favourite part of the apprenticeship was going out on the alternative placements. The experience that we get from the placements is amazing and very hard to come by."
Thomas Beresford - apprentice in nurse uniform

Thomas Beresford, National Apprenticeship Week

"I have always wanted to progress in my nursing career after being a healthcare assistant in both Intensive Care and Accident and Emergency."