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A new systematic review shines an important light on older adults' mobility. Funded by the World Health Organisation, The impact of transport, housing, and urban development interventions on older adults’ mobility examines recent experimental and quasi-experimental studies with mobility outcomes.While the review yielded mixed results, it did show t…

We are thrilled to announce that Dr Sebastian Walsh, an NIHR doctoral fellow based at Cambridge Public Health, has been awarded the Rising Star Award in the Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Research Excellence and People Awards. This award recognises exceptional PhD students or early postdoctoral researchers who have demonstrated remarkable success in …

John Clarkson, Professor of Engineering Design at Cambridge University, has been honoured with a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the Queen's Birthday Honours List for his services to Engineering and Design.Expressing his gratitude, Professor Clarkson said, “I am delighted to receive this honour and thank all those extraordinar…

We are pleased to announce that the recording of our recent webinar is now available for viewing. The event, hosted by the CPH Health Inequalities pillar, featured an insightful presentation by Dr John Ford on the pioneering work of the Health Equity Evidence Centre.The Centre uses machine-learning software to sift through millions of research arti…

On 22nd May, Cambridge Public Health hosted a networking lunch and flash talks event for Early Career Researchers (ECRs) in public health.The highlight of the event was a series of 10 engaging talks covering a wide array of research topics, ranging from examining the effects of health system strain on patient care, modelling the impact and cost-eff…

A new study published in The Lancet Healthy Longevity has found that a coach-supported mobile health (mHealth) intervention can help reduce dementia risk factors among underserved populations. However, the low response rates raise concerns about the effectiveness of technological approaches in reaching those most in need and improving population he…

It is with deep regret that the staff, students, friends, collaborators and supporters of the Andrew and Virginia Rudd Research and Professional Practice Centre at the University of Cambridge learned the very sad news that Andrew Rudd recently passed away.The Rudd Centre at the University of Cambridge is a leading research-intensive initiative that…

The Community and Public Health Approaches to Dementia Research (ComPHAD) project has recently launched a new database of dementia research in England called RESIDE (Research in Dementia in England). Led by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), this database compiles data from 810 dementia research projects funded by 19 bodies…

We are looking for a research associate to undertake a rapid mapping exercise of the research needs of the NHS in England in relation to their net zero targets and to help us develop the University’s role in relation to these. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the research lead for the national Green NHS team and the sustainabili…

In a recent publication in The Lancet eClinicalMedicine, researchers at Cambridge Public Health have identified 26 evidence-based interventions for reducing population dementia risk. With global prevalence of dementia predicted to almost triple by 2050, the study underscores the urgency of implementing population-level interventions.While individua…

Every year, over 5 million people die from traumatic injuries worldwide, highlighting the urgent need for advancements in trauma care. To address this critical issue, the GOAL-Trauma study, co-funded by the University of Cambridge, is calling upon doctors, researchers, and health-care professionals from across the globe to join forces in understand…

This Special Interest Group (SIG) invites researchers interested in the interconnected health and social determinants which impact brain health as we age. With a special emphasis on individuals with protected characteristics and highly diverse communities, we aim to enhance inclusion in research for those consistently underrepresented. We hope to d…

In a new publication, Professor Mike Kelly, lead of the Health Inequalities research pillar at Cambridge Public Health, collaborates with other authors to outline ten vital steps for comprehensively addressing health inequalities. This approach emphasises a syndemic viewpoint, moving the discussion about health inequalities beyond both the conventi…

We are delighted to share two valuable resources following the Cambridge Public Health Showcase in November.  Keynote videosRelive the highlights of the conference with recorded keynote speeches from our distinguished speakers:Professor Sir David Spiegelhalter – Communicating public health evidence: Informing or persuading?Professor David Taylor-Ro…

A new evidence review, written by members of Cambridge Public Health, has been published by the World Health Organisation. The review examines the differences and similarities between two approaches to health equity: individually orientated behaviour change and the broader social determinants of health. Despite extensive literature and evidence pro…