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County cricketers experience “rollercoaster” of mental health experiences – new study

County cricketers across England experience a “rollercoaster” of mental health emotions throughout their career, a new study has found.

New regional collaboration to support Public Health Evaluation

A team from the Universities of Loughborough, Nottingham and Lincoln have been awarded £2.5 million by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) to deliver evaluations of public health initiatives across the UK.

Researchers to quiz astronauts about their mental health during space travel

Researchers are preparing to launch a new project to assess the emotional resilience of astronauts and analyse why spending time in space has a detrimental impact on mental health.

Weight loss advice from GPs really can help people slim down and stay that way – new research

For people looking to lose weight, it can be hard to know where to start. Not only are there scores of commercial weight loss programmes to choose from, there’s also plenty of confusing and contradictory weight loss advice to be found online or in magazines.
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Men face ‘vicious circle’ between satisfaction with their partner and mental health, new study suggests

A new study investigating if mental health helps shape satisfaction with partners has revealed there are differences between females and males – with men having the potential to experience a ‘vicious circle’.

Doctor knows best: Research shows doctor-led advice on weight management is effective

Doctor-led advice on weight management results in effective weight loss and a reduction in waist circumference for people with obesity, new research from Loughborough University has found.

Loughborough to lead UK's first ever study on the effects of climate change on sleep

The first study in the UK to look at the impact of climate change on sleep is being led by Loughborough University.
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‘SHIFT’ it: New research suggests health education, Fitbits, and cabin workouts can improve activity levels of lorry drivers

A targeted health programme, including health education sessions, Fitbits, and lorry cabin workouts, can improve the activity levels of long-distance heavy goods drivers in the short term - according to new research led by Loughborough University.

New research finds 90,000 people die in poverty in the UK each year

New research published today shows that 90,000 people die in poverty in the UK each year.

Menopause: HRT’s brain-protecting effect may be overstated

Many women expect hot flushes, dry skin and night sweats when they reach the menopause. But the effect the menopause can have on the brain is rarely mentioned. This is something a recent Channel 4 documentary presented by Davina McCall explored.
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Loughborough researchers to collaborate with leading Universities in Australia

Researchers at Loughborough University have reached an agreement to work closely with colleagues from both the University of Sydney and the University of Queensland.

Using Artificial Intelligence to improve the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities

A new study led by Loughborough University and the Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust will use Artificial Intelligence to improve the health and wellbeing of people with learning disabilities.

Women needed for new study on improving bone and joint health through exercise

Participants are needed for a new Loughborough University study that will look at how exercise may help prevent conditions such as osteoporosis and osteoarthritis.
Dr Ishara Dharmasena, of the School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering (MEME), and a team of researchers at the University of Moratuwa (Sri Lanka) have developed a new, scalable manufacturing technique to create wearable fabrics embedded with very small power generators known as ‘Triboelectric Nanogenerators’ (TENGs).

Tech experts create wearable material that can generate electricity by capturing energy from body movements

Clothing that can sense our health, communicate information with others, and generate electricity may soon be hitting the market, thanks to new research by Loughborough University.

Technology developed by new network could be “transformative” for rehabilitation

A new network connected to the National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC), co-led by Loughborough University, is bringing together technology experts to develop next-generation solutions to transform clinical rehabilitation.
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Not calling out friends’ and family’s COVID-19 vaccine falsehoods on WhatsApp can further the spread of misinformation – here’s why we don’t correct them

When people see COVID-19 vaccine misinformation on online personal messaging platforms and don’t speak up, this can boost the legitimacy of false claims and further their spread. So why don’t we correct our peers?
(L-R): Siobhán Woods, Dublin footballer, Ailish King, Jennifer Rogers, Player Development Manager, GPA, and Conor Whelan, Galway hurler.

Loughborough researchers to collaborate with the Gaelic Players Association

Loughborough University has teamed up with The Gaelic Players Association (GPA) – the official representative body for Gaelic football, hurling and camogie county players – to explore the role thinking styles and identity can have on inter-county players’ well-being over a competitive season.

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Exercise improves physical and mental side effects of breast cancer treatments, new study finds

Exercise helps breast cancer patients with the physical and mental side effects of treatment, a new Loughborough University study has found, and ultimately it may improve disease prognosis.
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Loughborough University awarded £1 million research grant

A research team from Loughborough University has been awarded a £1 million grant to deliver the second phase of the 2020 CRACK IT Challenges.

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Loughborough academics continue vital athlete heat research

Researchers from Loughborough University will once again collaborate with the World Athletics Health and Science Department to investigate the effect of heat on endurance athletes.

Primary care exercise interventions help boost physical activity levels and reduce weight in adults

Research by Loughborough University has found that exercise interventions delivered in primary care appear to boost levels of moderate to vigorous intensity activity in adults by an average of 14 minutes a week.
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“Not a simulation of love, but actual love as it is manifested in institutions”: Prize-winning essay on child loss celebrates thoughtful healthcare

Dr Tamarin Norwood’s middle child was 72 minutes old when the midwife listened for his heartbeat and heard no sound.

Applications open for new mental wellbeing support programme for military veterans

Military veterans who struggle with their mental wellbeing can apply for a new support programme, created by Loughborough University and the Royal Air Forces Association.

Online tool will help reveal problem hotspots for mental health caused by COVID

A new proof of concept tool that allows the tracking and location of people’s emotions and stresses on social media in real-time has been proposed.
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Three tips to help you stay motivated to keep exercising all year long

February. The month of shattered dreams and ambitions. The trainers are gathering dust and chocolate bars have replaced protein bars. The gusto with which we attacked our new year resolutions is a vague memory.