Health Sciences, University of Southampton

28/05/2026

Occupational Therapy students took on the challenge of sharing their research projects in just three minutes at this year’s Occupational Therapy Student Conference.

Prizes were awarded across categories including Most Innovative Project, Best Storytelling and Best Contribution to OT Practice, with the overall winner’s award going to Jessica Deeks

21/05/2026

Reusable catheters are just as safe for patients as single-use ones and do not increase the risk of urinary tract infections, a new study has found.

Researchers from the School of Health Sciences followed hundreds of patients for a year to measure the health impact of reusable intermittent urinary catheters against single-use ones.

They discovered that those who tested reusable catheters used 35 per cent fewer antibiotics compared to their single-use only counterparts.

Find out more:

Reusable catheters a safe choice that could save NHS millions

11/05/2026

Climate change is creating critical challenges for NHS hospitals, posing escalating risks to staff wellbeing, patient safety and the resilience of estates.

The NIHR THERMO-CARE project is exploring cost-effective interventions to improve heat resilience in hospitals.

In this policy brief, they share insights and recommendations for dealing with overheating incidents:

https://www.southampton.ac.uk/leaf_content/uploads/climate_resilience_of_hospitals_policy_brief.pdf

26/03/2026

We’re proud to share that Nursing has led the way among the University's subjects in this year’s QS World Rankings by Subject, ranking 13th globally 🌍

This success also helped the University double its subjects in the global top 50, now at six.

Find out more: https://www.topuniversities.com/subject-rankings

24/03/2026

Congratulations to Professors Catherine Bowen and Mari Carmen Portillo, who have both been recognised as Senior Investigators by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).

Professors Catherine Bowen and Mari Carmen Portillo have both been recognised as Senior Investigators by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).This is the second time Professor Bowen has been named a Senior Investigator. Catherine Bowen and Mari Carmen Portillo are both based in...

12/03/2026

Research Fellow Dr Keyvan Hosseini has spoken to the New York Times about air pollution in Tehran and the role of mazut - a low-grade oil that is thought to be burning near the city, releasing toxic gases.

Read his insights here:

The low-grade oil has been used to fuel power plants amid Iran’s international isolation. Tanks of mazut may now be burning near the city.

05/03/2026

12/02/2026

"It helped shape my identity as a researcher committed to tacking inequalities, promoting integration across mental and physical healthcare and giving a voice to those seldom heard.”

As applications for the South Central INSIGHT programme reopen, find out what it's like to study through the scheme - which provides support for health and care professionals to undertake fully-funded master's programs.

Holly WhitcombPhysiotherapist, University of SouthamptonResearch project: “Farmers don’t go to doctors; they don’t ask for help - a mixed method

06/02/2026

Occupational Therapy (OT) students say they have gained skills and confidence through taking part in the iDOT project, which connects them with fellow OT students across the world.

The students meet virtually in small groups to discuss healthcare and society in their respective countries - exchanging ideas, forming connections, and developing their professional skills.

Read more:

Occupational Therapy students connect with students across the world through iDOT project

30/01/2026

As January draws to a close, are you finding it tricky to stick to your New Year's Resolutions?

Associate Professor of Behavioural Science Dr Chloe Grimmett shares her top tips to help you get back on track and achieve your goals:

Expert tips for sticking to your New Year’s Resolutions