The Born in Wales study has released its initial findings from its new Nursery Age survey, offering a snapshot of life for children aged 3-5 and their families across Wales. With 316 responses, this survey reveals an encouraging picture of family health, well-being, and development while identifying areas for future focus. Key findings: The survey…
In this blog post Hope Jones, Early Years Researcher, National Centre for Population Health & Wellbeing Research (NCPHWR), shares with us her inspirational journey into research. What did you do before joining NCPHWR? I went to Bangor University where I studied BSc (Hons) Psychology and then specialised in MSc Neuroimaging. While I was a student,…
Researchers from the National Centre for Population Health & Wellbeing Research have developed a unique birth cohort which aims to improve the health and wellbeing of families growing up in Wales. Recently published in BMJ Open, the Born in Wales cohort profile offers a detailed understanding of the birth cohort. Birth cohorts, which involve tracking…
By Dr Michaela James, the National Centre for Population Health & Wellbeing Research, Published in Children in Wales Autumn Magazine. Wales has become world-leading in children’s rights; legislation such as the Wellbeing of Future Generations Act (WFGA) and policy relating to play (e.g., Children and Families (Wales) Measure 2010 and the Play Sufficiency Duty) has…
A new study published in BMC Infectious Diseases reveals younger women, those without multimorbidity (two or more chronic conditions), current and former smokers, and those living in deprived areas were less likely to receive the COVID-19 vaccine during pregnancy. The study by the Born in Wales team based in the National Centre for Population Health…
A recent study led by Swansea University researchers revealed that younger women aged <30, current or former smokers, those living with one or no health conditions (non-multimorbid), or those living in a deprived area were more likely to be hesitant about having the COVID-19 vaccination. Vaccine hesitancy is an important consideration among vulnerable populations, such…
Research Unwrapped is a podcast series highlighting topics and research from the National Centre for Population Health & Wellbeing Research. In this episode, Born in Wales researcher Hope Jones speaks to Sharon Jones (Lead Research Midwife) and Heather O’Shea (Infant Feeding Co-ordinator) from Swansea Bay University Health Board. In the podcast, Hope chats to Sharon and Heather about what areas…
A new study led by researchers at Swansea University has revealed that potentially only one in three pregnant women in Wales would actually have the Covid-19 vaccine during pregnancy, even though two in three said they would have the jab. Vaccine hesitancy is an important consideration among vulnerable populations, such as pregnant women especially during…
