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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

“They're wanting to do it, but the system is failing them.” In the latest episode of Public Health Disrupted, @meghanazad.bsky.social explores how birth, feeding and early-life experiences shape the infant microbiome, and why supporting families is a public health issue.

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Listen now ⬇️ Apple: podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/t... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/74YR... Transistor: share.transistor.fm/s/abd03b64

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The history of public health is messier than you think: Live for UCL200

Podcast Episode · Public Health Disrupted · 3 August · 1hr 7min

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

In this special live episode of Public Health Disrupted for UCL200, we explore the disagreements, activism and resistance that have shaped public health over the past 200 years. youtu.be/p9XVCFElfAc?...

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The history of public health is messier than you think: Live for UCL200

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

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What’s love got to do with… public health?

Podcast Episode · Public Health Disrupted · 15 July · 41min

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

“Forming strong personal relationships was almost like a form of resistance.” In the latest episode of Public Health Disrupted, Dr Rachel Benchekroun, with @thewrittenro.bsky.social, @xandvt.bsky.social & Laura Mucha explore what might be possible if public health took love more seriously.

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Listen now: Apple - podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/w... Spotify - open.spotify.com/episode/4p2w... Transistor - publichealthdisrupted.transistor.fm/episodes/wha...

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

What’s love got to do with… public health? In the latest episode of Public Health Disrupted, @xandvt.bsky.social and @thewrittenro.bsky.social are joined by Laura Mucha and @rachelbenchekroun.bsky.social to explore love, care, connection and community as public health issues.

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined us and contributed such thoughtful audience questions. 🎧 The episode will be released in coming weeks, and we look forward to sharing with you!

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

For the first time in its six-season history, Public Health Disrupted was recorded in front of a live audience as part of of #UCL200! @thewrittenro.bsky.social and @xandvt.bsky.social were joined by historian Dr Cristiano Turbil for a fascinating conversation about the history of public health.

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Links to listen ⬇️ Apple: podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/g... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5SM3... Transistor: publichealthdisrupted.transistor.fm/episodes/glo...

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Global Mental Health: Rights, Care and the Global Landscape

Podcast Episode · Public Health Disrupted · 11 June · 49min

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

What could the future of global mental health look like? In the latest episode of Public Health Disrupted, Dr Kelly Rose‑Clarke (@uclglobalhealth.bsky.social) shares a vision for a more integrated, inclusive approach to mental health.

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UCL Faculty of Population Health Sciences @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Who gets access to creativity, and why does it matter for our health? Professor Daisy Fancourt’s research shows that engaging in the arts can improve wellbeing and reduce stress, but access to creativity is essential. @ucl-sbb.bsky.social @ucliehc.bsky.social @creativelivescl.bsky.social

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Links to listen ⬇️ Apple: podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/g... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5SM3... Transistor: publichealthdisrupted.transistor.fm/episodes/glo...

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Global Mental Health: Rights, Care and the Global Landscape

Podcast Episode · Public Health Disrupted · 11 June · 49min

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

What does it take to work in global mental health? According to our guest Parth Sharma: reflexivity, holding tension and rethinking how knowledge is shared. In the latest episode of Public Health Disrupted, we unpack why the future of global mental health needs new ways of thinking and learning.

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UCL @ucl.ac.uk · 30/05/2026

How important are the arts for our health? Professor Daisy Fancourt’s research shows how engaging in the arts can support both mental and physical health. Full story: bit.ly/4tUppfn @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social @ucl-sbb.bsky.social @ucliehc.bsky.social @creativelivescl.bsky.social

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Join the first ever live audience of Public Health Disrupted on Tuesday 30 June! In this special episode, @thewrittenro.bsky.social and @xandvt.bsky.social will explore the history of public health at UCL and consider what it can teach us about health today. bloomsburytheatre.com/event/2026/0...

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UCL Faculty of Population Health Sciences @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Great conversations at UCL’s Health of the Public Symposium 2026, exploring how we move from treating illness to preventing poor #health. From obesity and smoking to alcohol harm and mental health, the day highlighted the power of #prevention and interdisciplinary thinking in #PublicHealth at #UCL.

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UCL Faculty of Population Health Sciences @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

In this episode of #PublicHealthDisrupted podcast, Dr Melissa Oldham highlights why #PublicHealth shouldn’t judge individual choices when it comes to #alcohol, and should focus on the systems that encourage #drinking.

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Kristyna Skriczka @kristynaskriczka.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

@uclhealthpublic.bsky.social thank you for an inspiring Symposium last week and for running the Early Career Researcher Poster Competition, providing space for ECRs to showcase our work. #art #mentalhealth #nkwihorezeproject @sriucl.bsky.social @ioe.bsky.social discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10...

An academic poster with a title "Prevention through connection" displayed together with a the Vice-Provost (Health) Award certificate issued to Kristyna Skriczka for first place in the Early Career Poster Competition which took place at the UCL Health of The Public Symposium 2026. The poster is separated into sections. Accessible version of the poster is available at https://www.nkwihoreze.org/interactiveposter#intro

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UCL Grand Challenges @uclgrandchallenges.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

🧠 Happy #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek! Did you know physical fitness can influence your mental wellbeing AND cognitive performance? Explore UCL’s Active Minds research 👇 bit.ly/4tppKaq @theiseh.bsky.social @uclmedsci.bsky.social #MentalHealth #UCLMentalHealth

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UCL Faculty of Population Health Sciences @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Professor Dame Anne Johnson’s work has played a key role in challenging stigma around sex and sexual health, helping reframe public debate and strengthen public health research and policy in the UK and beyond. Read more, in this profile for Faces of UCL: www.ucl.ac.uk/about/search...

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

“Death is something that affects us all and by not talking about it we make it harder.” This brilliant episode of Public Health Disrupted delves into dying, dignity and the public health questions around how we care for people at the end of life. publichealthdisrupted.transistor.fm/episodes/epi...

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Public Health Disrupted | Episode 4: Dignity, decency and dying

“Death is something that affects us all and by not talking about it we make it harder.” Death is not infinitely deferrable, yet the successes of traditional modern Western medicine in increasing li...

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UCL Health Humanities Centre @uclhhcentre.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Should disadvantaged patients have higher priority on medical waiting lists? Johann Go @uclgbsh.bsky.social will introduce an ethical framework for waiting list design in healthcare & explain how this helps reflect on this question. 📅14 May 6:15pm @ucl-ias.bsky.social www.ucl.ac.uk/institute-of...

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Should disadvantaged patients have higher priority on medical waiting lists?

Join this Health Humanities Seminar with Johann Go (Global Business School for Health, UCL), who will introduce an ethical framework for thinking about waiting list design in healthcare and explain ho...

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

In the latest episode of Public Health Disrupted, we look into why younger generations are drinking less, and what this means for public health. Xand and @thewrittenro.bsky.social are joined by Millie Gooch and @melissaoldham.bsky.social. Listen now: publichealthdisrupted.transistor.fm

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UCL Faculty of Life Sciences @ucllifesciences.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Biodiversity shapes life on Earth - and it’s disappearing fast. Why does it matter, what’s driving the losses, and how can we turn things around? Watch our new film to hear from UCL experts tracking biodiversity change, building innovative tools, and driving nature‑positive solutions. bit.ly/4aNfrGA

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UCL Global Engagement @ucl-global.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Applications open today for the @absw.bsky.social Media Fellowship, supported by UCL Global Engagement. For @ucl.ac.uk scientists, clinicians and engineers collaborating internationally: 2-6 weeks reporting at a UK media outlet in summer. Deadline: Fri 27 Mar www.ucl.ac.uk/global/absw-...

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

You're invited to the UCL Health of the Public Symposium 2026! Join us on 29 April, where we will explore the theme, 'Transforming Health: From Sickness to Prevention'. Join us in-person at UCL or online. Book your place: health-of-public-2026-symposium.eventbrite.co.uk?aff=SM

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Join us on 29 April as we focus on strengthening prevention across public health.

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UCL News @uclnews.bsky.social · 12/02/2026

📺"What is now an institution in the top 10 elite list of universities started off as an up-start" BBC London report on @ucl.ac.uk's 200th anniversary, featuring Prof @profginab.bsky.social @ioe.bsky.social and UCL President & Provost, Dr Michael Spence.

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

The Government Office for Science is launching a new Leadership Development Scheme for mid-career scientists and engineers. Learn more and apply: www.civilservicejobs.service.gov.uk/csr/jobs.cgi...

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UCL Centre for Behaviour Change @ucl-cbc.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

📢 We're recruiting for a 'Lecturer and Deputy Research Lead' to join our management team. We’re seeking an experienced researcher with expertise in behavioural science and research methods and a proven track record in leading projects. 👉 Find out more & apply by 25 Feb: www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/...

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

“By bringing cross‑disciplinary public health research insights directly into policy and practice, alongside our colleagues in OHID and City Hall, we will work hard to make a positive change in health outcomes in the capital" - Prof Graham Hart, Director, UCL Health of the Public.

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Read our January newsletter, full of information about upcoming events, funding opportunities, and the latest news from the vibrant community across UCL, working to improve the health of the public: mailchi.mp/ucl/health-o...

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January news from UCL Health of the Public

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UCL Institute for Global Health @uclglobalhealth.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Global Mental Health MSc at UCL - Join a global community tackling mental health challenges in low-resource settings. Gain skills to make a global impact and advance your career. Applications open now. Learn more: www.ucl.ac.uk/prospective-...

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UCL Faculty of Population Health Sciences @uclpophealthsci.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Last week, Prof Daisy Fancourt launched Art Cure: The Science of How the Arts Transform Our Health. For #UCL200, we’re marking 200 years of bold ideas like this shaping healthier lives. @ucl-sbb.bsky.social @ucliehc.bsky.social Read more: www.ucl.ac.uk/population-h...

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Art Cure: The Science of How the Arts Transform Our Health

As UCL marks 200 years of bold ideas shaping society, Professor Daisy Fancourt launches Art Cure, a book illustrating how creativity can power healthier lives.

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UCL Institute of Epidemiology and Health Care @ucliehc.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Anyone else spotted #ArtCure on the shelves today? Prof Daisy Fancourt's new book reveals the life-changing power of the arts, informed by the results of decades of scientific studies: sbbresearch.org/projects/art... @ucl-sbb.bsky.social

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UCL News @uclnews.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

People prescribed the new generation of weight loss drugs may not get the nutritional guidance they need for safe and sustainable weight loss, leaving them vulnerable to nutritional deficiencies and muscle loss, say experts led by Dr Adrian Brown @arrdept-ucldom.bsky.social @uclmedsci.bsky.social

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People on weight loss drugs without support may be vulnerable to nutritional deficiencies

People prescribed the new generation of weight loss drugs may not receive sufficient nutritional guidance to support safe and sustainable weight loss, leaving them vulnerable to nutritional deficienci...

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: ucl.us13.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=... Wishing all of our community a safe and restful holiday season, and we look forward to working with you in 2026 ✨

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UCL Health of the Public @uclhealthpublic.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Our final Health of the Public newsletter for 2025 is out, with the latest funding opportunities, news and events related to improving health for all: mailchi.mp/ucl/health-o...

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The King's Fund @thekingsfund.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

In the face of unprecedented challenges across health and care, strong leadership matters more than ever. Take ten minutes to share your views on the support leaders need in our short survey. Respond by 30 December 2025 and have the chance to win a £250 voucher: bit.ly/4qpcPnl

A graphic of three health care professionals talking. Accompanying words flag that The King's Fund is running a short 10 minute survey for people to share their views on the support leaders need. Respond by 30 December 2025 for the chance to win a £250 voucher.

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