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VC's public engagement award presented to Professor Trish Greenhalgh and IRIHS team
1 July 2016
A project developed by the IRIHS group to develop assisted-living technologies for older people with complex needs is one of five recognised from the Medical Sciences Division.
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Meeting Minds 2024
27 September 2024
For over a decade, The University of Oxford's Alumni Weekend, Meeting Minds, has been bringing alumni back from all corners of the globe to inspire, entertain and delight through lectures, tours and music. This year Meeting Minds was held on the weekend of 20-22 September, in many venues across Oxford.
Comprehensive review confirms mask effectiveness against respiratory infections, urges better design and policy support
22 May 2024
New comprehensive review provides strong evidence that masks and respirators effectively reduce the transmission of respiratory infections like COVID-19, based on analysis of over 400 studies from multiple disciplines.
World hypertension day: How we’re tackling high blood pressure from pregnancy to later life
17 May 2024
For World Hypertension Day 2024, discover three of our innovative studies – SNAP2, SHIP, and OPTIMISE 2 – aiming to improve blood pressure management across the life cycle through technology and patient involvement.
Bennett Institute for Applied Data Science part of project to help evaluate the new NHS Pharmacy First service
13 February 2024
A team of scientists and experts have been awarded funding to evaluate the new National Health Service Pharmacy First service.
Blog posts
Helping researchers think about policy engagement: introducing the UK Health and Care Evidence Ecosystem Interactive Map
4 July 2024
Discover the UK Health and Care Evidence Ecosystem Interactive Map: A new tool helping primary care researchers engage with policymakers and increase research impact. Learn how to navigate the health policy landscape effectively.
Global reflections – how Nigeria is building health security resilience from ideas to impact
21 May 2024
COVID-19 Global perspective MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership Policy & health systems Students
In the wake of COVID-19 exposing vulnerabilities in pandemic preparedness globally, Nigeria is taking proactive measures to fortify its health security resilience through the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC). This piece, written by a current student provides an in-depth look at the innovative strategies and tailored approaches NCDC is implementing to address vulnerabilities.
Student perspectives on leveraging digital health for better patient care and a greener healthcare system
23 April 2024
Digital health technologies are transforming the healthcare landscape, offering opportunities to enhance patient outcomes whilst promoting environmental sustainability. This article examines how innovative digital health initiatives can be leveraged to improve care delivery and access, prevent medical errors, empower patients for self-care, enable data-driven personalised treatments, and optimise clinical interactions - all while reducing the carbon footprint of the healthcare system.
A Masters in Applied Digital Health to pursuing a Doctorate in Primary Care - evolving perspectives from Ashley Murray
17 January 2024 | 1 comment
Department Global perspective Health behaviours MSc in Applied Digital Health Policy & health systems
Ashley Murray shares perspectives from her educational path spanning a master's degree in Applied Digital Health to beginning doctoral studies focused on Primary Care.
Bridging gaps: mental health, economics and policy
5 December 2023
In this blog post, Ed Penington explores the discussions around economic and policy challenges in mental health revealed at a recent half-day workshop, organised by the department's Associate Professor Apostolos Tsiachristas titled: Let’s talk about mental health: economic and policy perspectives.