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Alcohol app saves lives, reduces harm and could save the NHS millions, new study shows

The ‘Drink Less’ app can be a powerful tool in reducing alcohol consumption and improving public health, a new study from the University of Sheffield has shown.

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£1.6 million awarded to improve mental health treatment through innovative research

Innovative research to assess the effectiveness of digital and talking therapies for anxiety and depression has been given a £1.6 million boost.
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Creating a Smokefree Generation: The role of universities in supporting the Tobacco and Vapes Bill

The UK Government's introduction of the Tobacco and Vapes Bill is a huge moment in public health policy, with its most high-profile element being the Smokefree Generation policy.

Published by Sheffield Addictions Research Group (SARG)
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Better assessment is key to improving research culture

The next iteration of the REF will give greater weight to people, culture, and environment. Lesley Uttley argues that research assessment plays a significant role in positively shaping research culture and outlines four ways it can do so.

Published by LSE Impact Blog
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Bright Minds: What's the point of a pint with no alcohol?

Join PhD student Lucy Burke in this online webinar where she explores the links between why we drink alcohol, who is drinking alcohol-free and low-alcohol drinks, and the implications for health inequalities.

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Take a look at our Rapid Review Methods course

This online short course is primarily for you if you are currently undertaking, or anticipate embarking upon a rapid review. The course aims to equip you with a greater insight into the range of review methods available.
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The PHEM-B toolbox of methods for incorporating the influences on Behaviour into Public Health Economic Models

This work provides a useful resource for modellers, behavioural scientists and policymakers to identify and use appropriate methods and behavioural theory within health economic models of public health interventions to better inform policy decisions.
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The Gut-Brain Connection

In this episode of the Communicable Research Podcast, we are exploring the connections that exist between the gut and the mind.
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Mystery disease kills dozens in Congo – what we know so far

Professor Andrew Lee outlines the difficulties in identifying the disease, and the possible solutions being tried by the World Health Organisation.

| Published by The Conversation