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Methods of identifying and recruiting older people at risk of social isolation and loneliness: a mixed methods review Open
Findings from this study demonstrate the need for transparency in writing up the methods used to approach, assess and enrol older adults at risk of becoming socially isolated. None of the intervention studies included in this review justif…
Public health evaluation of the 20mph speed limit policy in Bristol, UK Open
This paper presents the findings from the public health evaluation of the 20 mph sign-only city-wide intervention in Bristol, UK, on vehicle speeds and collision data. Twenty mph (32.2 km/h) speed limits across urban areas are becoming a w…
Exploring the multidisciplinary extent of public health career structures in 12 countries: an exploratory mapping Open
We conclude that there still gaps in MDPH career structures internationally. While this study provides preliminary knowledge on the subject, we recommend further research to inform debates and policies in MDPH professional practice especia…
Measuring the effectiveness of catch-up MMR delivered by school nurses compared to signposting to general practice on improving MMR coverage: A retrospective cohort study Open
Aim: This study aims to determine the extent to which increased coverage of at least one dose and two doses of MMR differs between areas in which school nurses deliver catch-up MMR doses to adolescents in school settings, compared to signp…
The Bristol Twenty Miles Per Hour Limit Evaluation (BRITE) Study Open
This study aimed to evaluate the impact of the roll-out of 20mph speed limits across the city of Bristol. The research took a holistic, public health approach to evaluation, using a variety of data sources to examine changes in vehicle spe…
Recruitment, employability and career development for international students undertaking the UWE MSc Public Health: Final report Open
Executive Summary \nBackground \nOver the last decade, the MSc Public Health at UWE has successfully recruited many international students. An issue for the university in promoting the benefits of the programme internationally is that ther…
Association between Food for Life, a Whole Setting Healthy and Sustainable Food Programme, and Primary School Children’s Consumption of Fruit and Vegetables: A Cross-Sectional Study in England Open
The promotion of dietary health is a public health priority in England and in other countries. Research shows that the majority of children do not consume the recommended amount of fruit and vegetables (F&V). There has been relatively litt…
Family-witnessed resuscitation: focus group inquiry into UK student nurse experiences of simulated resuscitation scenarios Open
Aims To describe the impact of family members’ presence on student nurse performance in a witnessed resuscitation scenario. To explore student nurses’ attitudes to simulated family-witnessed resuscitation and their views about its place in…
Evaluation of Food for Life 2013-15: Summary and synthesis report Open
This is the final report of the phase two evaluation of Food for Life undertaken by the University of the West of England, Bristol 2013-15. \n \nThe research encompassed five workstreams: \n1.\tLong term impacts and durability - understand…
Using the Bristol City Council Quality of Life Survey (2011-2013) to support the Bristol Health Partners Health Integration Team ‘Active People: Promoting Healthy Life Expectancy’ – Preliminary analysis and recommendations for further analyses Open
The purpose of this report is to explore the utility of the Bristol Quality of Life Survey for measuring levels of physical activity in Bristol to support the 'Active People: Promoting Healthy Life Expectancy' Health Integration Team (HIT)…
Using the Bristol City Council Quality of Life Survey (2011-2013) – Preliminary analysis of life satisfaction and recommendations for further analyses Open
The purpose of this report is to explore the utility of the Bristol Quality of Life (QoL) Survey for measuring levels of life satisfaction (as a measure of well-being and mental health) in Bristol’s population aged 55 and over. An earlier …
Dataset of primary school pupil self-reported fruit and vegetable consumption in Food for Life commissioned local authorities. Open
This dataset was developed as part of the Food for Life evaluation 2013-15. It records the results of the use of a questionnaire on fruit and vegetable consumption with over 2400 primary school children.