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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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University launches first ever Health Apprenticeship Employer Conference

Senior leaders and professional development/apprenticeship team from the NHS and other healthcare organisations are invited to join our inaugural Health Apprenticeship Employer Conference on Wednesday 12 November.
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World Communication Event workshops: communication and creativity across boundaries

The Faculty of Health invites year 10 to 13 students to a series of interactive workshops on Thursday 6 November 2025 to celebrate the vital role of communication in all its forms.
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Patients helping to put students on the fast track to medical excellence for 20 years

Patients have been helping to put aspiring healthcare professionals at the University of Sheffield on the fast track to medical excellence with an innovative learning programme for over 20 years.
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University of Sheffield researcher partners with Together TV to celebrate intimacy after 50

Bold new Silver Sex Guide challenges outdated taboos and empowers over 50s to embrace sex, confidence and connection.
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UK-wide aphasia project awarded £3.8 million to improve post-stroke communication

A new University of Sheffield research project that aims to improve communication between people with aphasia and their communication partners has been awarded over £3.8 million in funding