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University of Plymouth Pro-Chancellor appointed

The University of Plymouth has appointed a leading expert in business, sustainability, and science and innovation as its next Chair of the Board of Governors and Pro-Chancellor.

Colin Drummond, OBE, DL, has been appointed following an extensive recruitment campaign, and brings with him 25 years of international Plc board experience at both Executive and Non-Executive Director level....

Medical students help kids enjoy a healthy diet

A project run by medical students at Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry with the Green Ark Children’s Centre in Devonport, Plymouth, has helped parents and children towards a healthier diet.

Three groups of third year medical students carried out the project. In their research, the first group found that less than a quarter of adults in Devonport eat...

Mental health support available in Plymouth schools

A new three year package of specialist mental health support for young people is now available in the majority of Plymouth secondary and special schools, after young people said it was needed.

The package which includes, counselling, learning and training opportunities, Theraplay and specialist mental health workers who will be based at schools, was introduced after teachers said they...

Comedian to address taboo subjects at BABE event

Fresh from this year’s Fringe Festival, Elaine Miller, a trained physiotherapist, who blends her expertise with stand-up comedy, has been invited along as the guest speaker at the next Bladder and Bowel Event (BABE) on Saturday 10 September 2016.

BABEs are aimed at supporting people with bladder and bowel problems and are organised by staff from our colorectal and uro-gynae teams....

Ridgeway School reopens as Plympton Academy

It’s all change for pupils going back after the summer holiday at one Plympton school. Not only will they all be wearing a new uniform their school has a new name and logo too.

Ridgeway School will reopen as Plympton Academy on September 5th for all students, although new Y7 and Y12 students had a taste of the new school with their exclusive day on September 3rd.

“This is very...

Hospital food… everyone has a view!

After 12 months of asking patients, dietitians, the nursing teams and the patient council, changes are coming to the dining experience at Derriford Hospital.

From Monday 5 September 2016, inpatients will have access to a wider choice of food and drink throughout the day; and the way that meals and snacks are presented will also change. An example of this is the replacement of shrink-...

Local student runs successful business from her bedroom

According to recent research, graduates regret going to university due to debt, and half reckon they would have landed their current job without having to study for a degree.

Someone who is working to ensure she gets the best out of her time at university is Geography student Katie Parker, 18.

When she first started studying, Kate was struggling to pay travel costs from her...

Explore Salcombe estuary by canoe!

There’s no better way to experience the secret coves of the Salcombe estuary than by taking to the water.

That’s why National Trust ambassador Dave Halsall, from Singing Paddles, is leading an exclusive tour on Sunday 4 September through the meandering creeks around Salcombe.

People of all abilities can have a go in the Canadian style canoes, with expert guide David sharing a...

Wrestling slams its way back in to the city

The second annual September Slam event on September 25th is only a month away and this one looks set to be even bigger and better than the first. Momentum has been building throughout the year for Plymouth Wrestling Association and they are planning to continue that momentum with another spectacular show for Plymouth at the Plymouth School of Creative Arts.

After putting on the biggest...

Could physical activity be good for alcohol and substance use disorders?

A team of researchers from Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry and Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust, has received funding of £154,000 from the NIHR Research for Patient Benefit (RfPB) programme, to carry out a systematic review of research to see if and how physical activity and exercise could help those with alcohol and substance use disorders.

Alcohol and...

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