Exeter experts welcome High Seas Treaty
Ocean researchers from the University of Exeter have welcomed the United Nations High Seas Treaty. After negotiations that began more...
Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
Study identifies best visits to “blue” nature spots for wellbeing boost
A new study has identified what factors give the biggest wellbeing boost when visiting nature spots near water. The research...
Physical activity and tailored support fails to deliver lasting benefits for smokers not ready to quit
Promoting physical activity and other behavioural support can help people wanting to reduce their smoking to quit in the short-term....
Poverty is linked to increased dementia risk, regardless of genetics
People who live in poverty are significantly more likely to develop dementia compared to people of higher socioeconomic status, regardless...
Taking vitamin D could help prevent dementia, study finds
Taking vitamin D supplements may help ward off dementia, according to a new, large-scale study. Researchers at the University of...
Flamingos form cliques with like-minded pals
Flamingos form cliques of like-minded individuals within their flocks, new research shows. Scientists analysed the personalities and social behaviour of...
Experts demand fire safety policy change over health impact of widely used flame retardants
Leading environmental health experts have called for a comprehensive review of the UK's fire safety regulations, with a focus on...
Art piece by Exeter medical student spurs British Red Cross action to help animals in crisis
A striking art piece by a University of Exeter medical student is encouraging British Red Cross volunteers across the South...
Documentary tracks space quest of surgeon who lost both legs
The incredible story of the space quest of a surgeon who specialised in amputation and lost both legs to sepsis...