The National Centre for Population Health & Wellbeing Research, based in Population Data Science at Swansea University, has launched an initiative to help match and connect researcher groups with a shared interest and expertise in maternal and infant health. The Maternal and Infant Health Research Initiative (MIRIT) is open to any research groups in the…
A recent research study led by researchers at Population Data Science at Swansea University indicates that community-level improvements such as increasing safety, connectivity and employment could help in a child’s educational attainment, mental health and reduce risk-taking behaviours. Living in persistent poverty has a detrimental impact on child health, cognitive and behavioural outcomes. A child…
Multiple births, a short interval between pregnancies and mothers with a maternal physical or mental health condition are more at risk of having a low birth rate baby according to Swansea University researchers. Every year 20 million children are born with a birth weight below 2,500 grams, and considered low birthweight (LBW) babies. The study,…
My Experiences Cymru is a new national survey developed by the National Centre for Population Health and Wellbeing Research and supported by Public Health Wales. The survey is designed for 16-18-year-olds living in Wales to share their experiences, which will help to improve understanding of what help and support young people find most beneficial. Young…
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…
An innovative new Data Lab developed by the National Centre for Population Health & Wellbeing Research is at the forefront of developing population health research. The Data Lab creates easily accessible linked datasets which researchers can use for data discovery enabling researchers to develop their research questions and pilot analysis methods and see if data…
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…
Researchers from the National Centre for Population Health & Wellbeing Research and Public Health Wales presented their Case Study on school meals in Wales at a launch event in London. At the event held on the 17th November, representatives from all four UK devolved nations presented the current status of school meals. The event which…
A Swansea University-led study has highlighted the importance of parental health literacy, and suggests those with higher understanding and access to medical information were more likely to take their child to be tested for COVID-19 and be identified as positive. Supported by the National Centre for Population Health & Wellbeing Research (NCPHWR), academics from Population…
COVID-19 is associated with increased risks of post-viral illness, fatigue, embolism, depression, anxiety and respiratory conditions, according to new research led by the National Centre for Population Health & Wellbeing Research team based in Population Data Science at Swansea University. As the pandemic continues, there are growing concerns around the long-term symptoms experienced by people…
