New tool in the early detection of bowel disease

An international team of researchers have developed a new kind of endoscope to aid the early detection and diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease. Read more

Wed, 23 May 2012

Paget's research comes home

Doctor Giles Watts joins School of Medicine from Harvard Medical School Read more

New research presented to social care inquiry

A team of researchers at the University of Essex and the University of East Anglia have just submitted written evidence to the Health Select Committee Social Care Inquiry. Read more

Mon, 14 May 2012

FOH work to support policy for care of the over 65s

Health Economic Group’s questionnaire to help inform policy making for social care of the over 65s Read more

Mon, 14 May 2012

Volunteers needed for study in social anxiety

Researchers in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences are looking for volunteers to take part in their research into social anxiety. Read more

Thu, 27 Oct 2011

Speech and Language symposium success

Over 200 practitioners working with young children from across East Anglia/Norfolk & Suffolk attended Making 0-3 Count, a multi-agency symposium to discuss supporting the development of communication skills in children up to three years of age. Read more

Tue, 4 Oct 2011

Top Rating for Speech and Language Therapy

The Speech and Language Therapy degree course at the University of East Anglia has come joint first (with a 100% rating) for overall student satisfaction according to the National Student Survey. Read more

Thu, 18 Aug 2011

Visitor from University of Queensland

Centre for Interprofessional Practice welcomes 'flying visit' from Professor Peter Baker of the University of Queensland Read more

Wed, 17 Aug 2011

Novel vaccine aims to eradicate polio

Researchers at the University of East Anglia (UEA) have received funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to develop a novel way of administering polio vaccine as part of a global bid to wipe out the disease. Read more

Wed, 27 Jul 2011

Key appointment marks first step to an institute for bone and muscle

A leading international authority in metabolic bone disease has been appointed by the University of East Anglia (UEA) and the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH) to lead a major initiative in research in bone and muscle disorders. Read more

Wed, 27 Jul 2011

Smoking cessation drug linked with increased risk of heart attack and stroke

A drug designed to help people give up smoking increases the risk of serious heart problems, according to a new study by the University of East Anglia and two US universities. Read more

Wed, 27 Jul 2011

Bronchitis and emphysema inhaler linked with increased mortality

An inhaler designed to help chronic bronchitis and emphysema sufferers breathe could be significantly increasing their risk of dying, according to new research by the University of East Anglia and three US universities. Read more

Wed, 27 Jul 2011

Breakthrough in the fight to prevent bowel cancer

A UEA clinical senior lecturer is a co-author of groundbreaking new research which could prevent thousands of people dying from bowel cancer every year. Read more

Wed, 27 Jul 2011

School of Nursing Sciences

New name for School of Nursing and Midwifery Read more

Mon, 25 Jul 2011

Drug side effect linked with increased health risks for over 65s

A side effect of many commonly used drugs appears to increase the risks of both cognitive impairment and death in older people, according to new research led by the University of East Anglia. Read more

Fri, 24 Jun 2011

INTERPROFESSIONAL STUDENT CONFERENCE A GREAT SUCCESS

Two hundred delegates attend Interprofessional Student Conference Read more

Fri, 27 May 2011

Health professionals from across the region look to the future at UEA

180 practice educators from across the region attended conference organised by the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Read more

Fri, 20 May 2011

Asthma pill more user-friendly than inhalers – and no less effective

Fri, 20 May 2011

Fellowship first for AHP physiotherapy lecturer

AHP academic awarded highly competitive National Institute of Health (NIHR) Clinical Doctoral Research Fellowship Read more

Fri, 20 May 2011

Technology talks

Speech and Language Therapy students take the stand at National Science and Engineering and Week Read more

Wed, 30 Mar 2011

Dementia risk is higher in people with both stroke and irregular heartbeat

Stroke patients who also suffer from an irregular heartbeat are at double the risk of developing dementia, according to a new study by the University of East Anglia. Read more

Mon, 28 Mar 2011

Trauma survivors from ethnic minorities wanted for PTSD project

Trauma survivors from non-Western cultures are being invited to take part in a unique research project at the University of East Anglia (UEA). Read more

Mon, 28 Mar 2011

Poor physical health of severely mentally ill

Physical ill-health is rife among the severely mentally ill in Britain, according to new research published today by the University of East Anglia. Read more

Mon, 28 Mar 2011

Malawi trip for nursing students

Three NAM students are set to spend a two week placement in Malawi in partnership with the Ekwendeni School of Nursing. Read more

Fri, 18 Feb 2011

Prestigious award for Speech and Language Therapy student

Speech and Language Therapy student wins Aphasia Student Prize Read more

Fri, 4 Feb 2011

Scholarship wins in the Faculty of Health

Five undergraduates in the Faculty of Health have won prestigious scholarships at the University Read more

Thu, 27 Jan 2011

Students learn benefit of working together to help tackle alcohol abuse

Health students have been working with recovering alcoholics and their families Read more

Thu, 27 Jan 2011

University of East Anglia launches a pioneering new course in breast surgery

The University of East Anglia is to launch a new e-learning masters degree in breast reconstruction surgery. The Master in Surgery in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery is the first in the UK to formally qualify surgeons in this vital field. Read more

Thu, 27 Jan 2011

Alumni shares Cambodia Occupational Therapy experience

Beth Smart, 2005 OT graduate returns to UEA to share Cambodia experience Read more

FACULTY AND SCHOOL NAME CHANGES

Wed, 22 Dec 2010

National Award for University of East Anglia Researcher in Hand Therapy

A senior academic in the Occupational Therapy team, has received the Natalie Barr Award from the British Association of Hand Therapists for services to hand therapy. Read more

Mon, 13 Dec 2010

New unit to encourage healthier behaviour

Researchers at the University of East Anglia will be part of a new programme of research funded by the Government to inform action to help people change health habits. Read more

Wed, 8 Dec 2010

New study into support for stroke patients with aphasia

Health researchers are launching a new study to investigate support given to recovering stroke patients with communication difficulties. Read more

Wed, 1 Dec 2010

Faculty of Health Launches Regional Clinical Psychology Workshops

First session - CBT for Personality Disorders led by keynote speaker, Professor Thomas.R.Lynch Read more

Wed, 1 Dec 2010

Norfolk nursing team wins top national award

A team of neonatal nurses from Norfolk have won the prestigious Nursing Times award for Team of The Year. Read more

Fri, 12 Nov 2010

Student shortlisted for prestigious nursing award

A PhD nursing student from the University of East Anglia is in the running for a prestigious Nursing in Practice award Read more

Fri, 12 Nov 2010

Nursing lecturer takes stroke charity initiative

Lecturer to establish Norwich branch of a charity which offers support for younger stroke survivors. Read more

Fri, 12 Nov 2010

Tavistock Student prize awarded

Charlotte Poulson, a third year Speech and Language Therapy student, has been awarded the prestigious annual Tavistock Trust for Aphasia Student Prize. Read more

Fri, 12 Nov 2010

Fellowship awards in for Faculty of Health staff

Two members of staff from the University of East Anglia (UEA) Faculty of Health awarded Fellowships with the ‘NHS Improvement Faculty’. Read more

Mon, 8 Nov 2010

International Award Winning Researcher joins School of Nursing and Midwifery

Bridget Penhale, who recently received the Rosalie Wolf Memorial Award, has joined the School of Nursing and Midwifery Read more

Tue, 2 Nov 2010

Students to explain how occupational therapy can touch us all

Occupational therapy students and staff at the University of East Anglia are holding an ‘open house’ at the Forum as part of a week of events in support of National Occupational Therapy Week. Read more

Fri, 29 Oct 2010

FOH hosts Australia fact finding visit

Psychology professor from Griffith University, Australia, visits FOH to find out more about the delivery of Interprofessional education. Read more

Fri, 24 Sep 2010

UEA Students produce winning Interprofessional poster

Poster designed by UEA students winner at CAIPE (Centre for the Advancement of Interprofessional Education). Read more

Fri, 24 Sep 2010

National Student Survey: ringing endorsement for AHP

National Students Survey shows excellent satisfaction levels in Allied Health Professions Read more

Thu, 2 Sep 2010

Helping stroke survivors to walk again

A new trial will investigate whether the early use of a splint, designed to hold a weakened foot correctly in position, can help stroke survivors to walk again and to achieve a better long-term recovery. Read more

Tue, 3 Aug 2010

Leading cardiologist appointed to harness world class research

The University of East Anglia, in a joint initiative with the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals (NNUH), has appointed Prof Andrew Stewart Coats as Norwich Research Park ‘professor at large’. Read more

Thu, 15 Jul 2010

Joy at NAM charity effort paying dividends

NAM delight at reports of their fundraising efforts making a real difference in Malawi Read more

Thu, 15 Jul 2010

OT presentation challenges 'western' assumptions

Dr Michael Iwama, regarded as one of Occupational Therapy's emerging progressive thinkers and theorists, talks to students and health providers about the 'Kawa' model Read more

Mon, 5 Jul 2010

Fellowship award to boost AHP commercial venture

Fellowship award to develop AHP commercial enterprise which helps business organisations performance. Read more

Fri, 2 Jul 2010

Faculty of Health research recognised by USAID

Research into the effect of water carrying on children in South Africa conducted by Academic in AHP has been flagged for attention by the United States Agency for International Development. Read more

Thu, 1 Jul 2010

New research set to unlock significant implications for OT interventions

A £59,000 grant will enable AHP to investigate the experiences of occupational gain in people with inflammatory arthritis receiving successful antiTNFα treatment. Read more

Thu, 1 Jul 2010

AHP best practice has national recognition

Innovative AHP teaching initiative highlighted as an example of best practice by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). Read more

Wed, 30 Jun 2010

Academics from Norway on fact finding trip to Faculty of Health.

Health academics from Norway have been on a fact-finding visit to draw lessons in best practice in Interprofessional Education (IPE) Read more

Mon, 7 Jun 2010

Innovation shared by Occupational Therapy students

Two third-year Occupational Therapy students invited to share their ideas at regional forum. Read more

Mon, 7 Jun 2010

Nurses raise funds for Malawi

Students and staff at the University of East Anglia are throwing money down the toilet for a good cause. Read more

Mon, 17 May 2010

Occupational Therapy Courses

Want to make a difference? Looking for a varied and rewarding career? Read more

Sun, 16 May 2010

Olive oil could guard against developing ulcerative colitis

Eating more olive oil could help prevent ulcerative colitis, according to a new study co-ordinated by Faculty medical researchers at the University of East Anglia Read more

Wed, 5 May 2010

Open sessions for university midwifery course.

Faculty runs open sessions for adult nurses interested in becoming midwives Read more

Sun, 2 May 2010

New evidence on co-prescribing for heart and stroke patients

New research by the University of East Anglia (UEA) shows no risk in combining two commonly-prescribed treatments for patients at risk of heart attacks and strokes. Read more

Mon, 19 Apr 2010

Show some emotion – a new approach for health research

Show some emotion – a new approach for health research. Call for papers - closing date 12 April 2010 Read more

Tue, 30 Mar 2010

Faculty expertise for Cameroon’s health training.

Cameroon health representatives are address their country's health training structures with expert advice from the School of Nursing and Midwifery. Read more

Tue, 30 Mar 2010

Lowestoft family fund cutting edge cancer research

Cancer researchers at the University of East Anglia have made an advance in our understanding of head and neck cancers - thanks to funding from a Lowestoft family devastated by the disease. Read more

Tue, 30 Mar 2010

Lessons shared with Japanese health educators

Two Nursing lecturers from Japan are at the UEA on a month-long fact finding mission in the Faculty of Health Read more

Tue, 16 Mar 2010

New Associate Deans Appointed

The Faculty of Health has made two important internal appointments. Read more

Thu, 4 Mar 2010

Nursing and Midwifery achieves outstanding report

The School of Nursing and Midwifery has achieved a superb report in its Annual Monitoring Review (AMR). Read more

Tue, 2 Mar 2010

Research aims to prepare patients for surgery

New research led by academics in the Faculty of Health aims to reduce anxiety felt by patients facing bowel surgery. Read more

Thu, 18 Feb 2010

“Lights, camera, action” - Occupational Therapy creativity challenge

Occupational Therapy students push creative boundaries in test of problem solving skills Read more

Tue, 16 Feb 2010

Faculty of Health to host Academy of Medical Sciences Lecture - 22 March 2010

Professor Martin Roland, Professor of Health Services Research at the University of Cambridge, subject is “Does money make the world go round? - Paying doctors to improve the quality of their care” Read more

Mon, 8 Feb 2010

Mark of excellence for Masters in Clinical Education

Post Graduate Certificate in Education achieves professional accreditation from the Higher Education Academy Read more

Thu, 28 Jan 2010

Faculty of Health appoints two new Heads of School

The Faculty of Health appoints new heads of school in Nursing and Midwifery and in the School of Allied Health Professions Read more

Thu, 21 Jan 2010

New senior research appointments in the Faculty of Health

Faculty of Health appointments will further strengthen highly regarded research institutes Read more

Wed, 20 Jan 2010

Faculty contract win to help NHS suppliers

FoH's Health Economic Consultancy Group has won a contract to deliver services to health sector technology manufacturers. Read more

Wed, 13 Jan 2010

Faculty of Health vital to new health initiative

The Faculty of Health has played a key role in winning Department of Health funding for health care improvements Read more

Wed, 23 Dec 2009

Conversation Partners: training success for people with aphasia

The Faculty of Health’s Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) team has just completed its third course to train groups of volunteers with aphasia who will go on to coach first-year SLT students Read more

Mon, 14 Dec 2009

Faculty at the forefront to promote interprofessional learning

The Centre for Interprofessional Practice (CIPP) in the Faculty of Health has hosted a national ‘Student Network Meeting’ on behalf of the Centre for the Advancement of Interprofessional Education (CAIPE). This was the first such meeting since the CAIPE Student Network was launched in Stockholm last year. Read more

Mon, 7 Dec 2009

New lecturer joins Anatomy team

Mr Hope Gangata has been appointed as an Anatomy Lecturer in the School of Medicine, Health Policy and Practice. Read more

Mon, 30 Nov 2009

Muddied waters

New research from the University of East Anglia’s Faculty of Health questions the effectiveness of many of the systems used to provide clean water in some of the world’s poorest nations. Read more

Wed, 25 Nov 2009

Stroke Rehabilitation course

Masters level module starting on 13 January 2010 Read more

Fruit impact on Heart Health

New research launched on the impact of fruit on heart health Read more

Malawi tutors join AHP

Malawi Tutors join the School of Allied Health Professionals Read more

Become an allied health professional

Do you have the skills to become an allied health professional? Read more

Mon, 16 Nov 2009