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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.
Katy stands next to a sign with the words 'The Royal College of Nursing of the United Kingdom'

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’.
Students gets her eyes tested

Blog: What should I expect at an Orthoptics interview?

Once you’ve applied for Orthoptics at the University of Sheffield, the next step, if you’re successful, is to be invited to an interview day.

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Award-winning Sheffield speech therapy students volunteer to support community

Sheffield speech and language therapy students have been recognised for their voluntary work at specialised patient clinics alongside their degree
PPE equipment donated by University of Sheffield to NHS

University of Sheffield donates personal protective equipment to help front-line NHS staff

A donation of personal protective equipment (PPE) has been made to NHS staff at the Northern General Hospital from the University of Sheffield.
Speech and Language Therapy Student

Blog: Why study a degree in Speech and Language Therapy?

Nigel tells us more about why speech and language therapy is a diverse profession, his placement at a voice clinic and the variety of voice techniques speech and language therapists use to treat muscle tension.
Phoebe Barker Nursing Student

Blog: Why study a degree in Adult Nursing?

Phoebe is a current Adult Nursing student - she tells us more why she chose to take a different path after her A-Levels, and what it's really like studying a nursing degree.