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New £296k study launched to better support long-COVID patients
A new study co-led by the University of Stirling will explore rehabilitation options for people suffering from long-COVID and recommend how best to maximise recovery and quality of life.
Young drinkers believe prominent health warnings on alcohol could boost risk awareness
Introducing prominent health warnings on alcohol products could be effective in increasing awareness of the potential harms of drinking, according to a new study involving young adult drinkers.
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See all articlesNew £296k study launched to better support long-COVID patients
A new study co-led by the University of Stirling will explore rehabilitation options for people suffering from long-COVID and recommend how best to maximise recovery and quality of life.
Young drinkers believe prominent health warnings on alcohol could boost risk awareness
Introducing prominent health warnings on alcohol products could be effective in increasing awareness of the potential harms of drinking, according to a new study involving young adult drinkers.
New network to explore ways to help reduce smoking in the home
A multidisciplinary team of experts is seeking to understand how best to support people to create a smoke-free home, given the health risks particularly to pregnant women, babies and children.
Study reveals impact of lockdown on the gambling habits of sports bettors
Around one in six sports bettors started a new form of gambling during the initial COVID-19 lockdown, and one in three placed bets more frequently, according to a new study.
New study to improve mental health of farmers and crofters
Experts will explore the best interventions to help support the mental health and wellbeing of Scotland’s farming and crofting communities, as part of a new study.
New study questions whether pubs can effectively and consistently prevent COVID-19 transmission risks
A new first-of-its-kind study has questioned whether pub operators can effectively and consistently prevent COVID-19 transmission – after researchers observed risks arising in licensed premises last summer.
New project explores how live music can boost young people’s mental health
A new multi-partner research project – involving the University of Stirling – will examine the impact of live music experiences on the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people.
Study into children’s short, emergency admissions to hospital
Experts are exploring a rise in the number of short, unplanned admissions of children to hospital – and are appealing for parents to share their experiences as part of the study.
£375k study launched to explore experiences of ‘long COVID’
A new £375,000 study led by the University of Stirling is seeking to understand the lived experiences and support needs of people suffering from the long-term effects of COVID-19.
Scotland players must shut out the importance of Euro play-off to succeed, says top psychologist
Scotland players must focus on their own individual performances rather than become distracted by the significance of tonight’s Euro 2020 play-off final if they are to triumph, according to a top sports psychologist.
