Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport news
Privatisation in the UK has cost lives, research suggests
The UK’s privatisation of public services has led to an increase in the number of health and safety disasters which have caused multiple fatalities, according to new research from the University of Stirling.
Pandemic has worsened global childhood physical inactivity crisis – and Scotland is no exception
The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated shortfalls in children’s physical activity around the world, including in Scotland, according to a new study involving the University of Stirling.
Voucher scheme highly effective at helping stop smoking in pregnancy, study finds
A high street voucher scheme is highly effective in helping women stop smoking during pregnancy, according to new research involving the University of Stirling.
Research shows music and movement hits right note with care home residents
A pilot study by the University of Stirling has found that music and movement can have a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of care home residents – and could lead to similar activities being rolled out on a wider scale.
Forth Valley set to benefit from landmark new health partnership
An ambitious landmark partnership between the University of Stirling, Forth Valley College and NHS Forth Valley has launched today – with the mission to improve patient care and treatments, and boost health research and staff learning across the region.
