Water exercises as effective as gym workouts for preventing cardiovascular disease
New research by the University has found that water exercises are as effective as gym workouts for preventing cardiovascular disease
How to get Sheffield moving to unlock a healthier, fairer future for the region
In an era marked by sedentary lifestyles, growing health disparities, and the tangible threat of climate change, the significance of National Fitness Day (Wednesday 20 September) has never been more apparent
A year of AWRC - health and wellbeing IS the agenda, not ON the agenda
The AWRC is the flagship research centre at the heart of the Sheffield Olympic Legacy Park. Its vision is to improve the health and wellbeing of the population through innovations that help people move.
Sport participation levels reduced in students from lower socio-economic groups
Students from lower socio-economic groups (SEG) are less likely to participate in sport or physical activity at university, research from Ï㽶ÊÓƵ has found.
Exploring the benefits of water-based exercise
New research published by academics at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ has found regular water-based exercise offers just as many benefits for healthy older people as other, more traditional exercises.
Hallam project Life-Saving Lullabies wins award for social impact
A project which harnesses the power of song to spread vital healthcare messages among African women has been recognised for its social impact.
First of its kind study into the impact of extended reality on UK healthcare launched
A new report exploring the impact extended reality (XR) has on human health and the potential cost savings to the UK healthcare system has been launched by the XR Health Alliance.
Hallam researchers developing virtual reality games to help people rehabilitate from swallowing disorder
Ï㽶ÊÓƵers from Ï㽶ÊÓƵ are developing new immersive virtual reality (VR) scenarios which will help people to rehabilitate and recover from dysphagia, a swallowing disorder which is highly prevalent in older populations.
Hallam behavioural scientist leads development of new guidance to support the national vaccine roll-out
New guidance which aims to support the national Covid vaccine roll-out by encouraging people to continue to adhere to government guidelines after their first dose has been developed by a Ï㽶ÊÓƵ behavioural scientist.
Sheffield Hallam VR healthcare expert recognised by international gaming industry
A Ï㽶ÊÓƵ researcher whose pioneering virtual reality (VR) technology in healthcare has helped amputees, burns victims and children with limb injuries to rehabilitate, has been recognised internationally by The Game Awards and included in its prestigious Future Class 2022.