Active Lives HIT News
West leads the way in Join Dementia Research registrations
A tour bus promoting ‘Join dementia research’ proved such a hit with shoppers in the…
Common dementia drug found to improve Parkinson’s symptoms
Scientists in Bristol have discovered that a commonly prescribed dementia drug could hold the key…
Deadline extended for Bristol Health and Care Awards
The deadline for nominations in the inaugural Bristol Health and Care Awards has been extended…
Pioneering study to help adults delay frailty and live independently for longer
A major study, led by researchers from the Active Older People Health Integration Team (APPHLE…
People face subconscious urges to over-eat at this time of year, study finds
People have evolved to have subconscious urges to over-eat, and limited ability to avoid becoming…
Bristol medic recognised as rising star by Royal College of Psychiatry
A University of Bristol medical student has received a double honour from the Royal College…
Psychosis Health Integration Team gets go ahead
A new Psychosis Health Integration Team (HIT) has been given the green light by the…
Dr Peter Goyder becomes ITHAcA HIT new Co-Director
Dr Peter Goyder, Urgent Care Clinical Lead at Bristol Clinical Commissioning Group, has been appointed…
Bio-entrepreneurship programme launches
OneStart, the world's largest life sciences and healthcare accelerator programme launches a bio-entrepreneurship programme for…
Evidence shows low energy sweeteners help reduce energy intake and body weight
Use of low energy sweeteners in place of sugar, in children and adults, leads to…
Heavy smoking may lead to increased waist circumference
Heavy smoking may result in a relative increase in waist circumference, according to a new…
