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23 Mar 2020: The following links contain advice for staff and students at the University and Colleges.

28 Oct 2020: Search site. Wellbeing. Sources of Support. Sources of Support. Emergency Support for Staff in Distress. NHS 111 - First Response Service. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis call Freephone 111 – Option 2. Call 111, select option 2 and

13 Apr 2022: Resources to read, listen and watch

18 Sep 2020: Applications for becoming a Wellbeing Advocate are considered at department/faculty level. It is recommended that there are two Wellbeing Advocates per department (more if working within a larger department).

23 Oct 2017: Health and Wellbeing Working Group This Group reviews the current approach to stress and wellbeing at the University with the goal of developing initiatives that: provide a more comprehensive and holistic approach to health and wellbeing across the

27 Oct 2020: Dr. Olivia Remes will be sharing tips on overcoming obstacles in life and becoming resilient, based on research.

19 Jun 2017: There are a number of health and wellbeing related policies and guidance, as set out below: Leave for personal or family reasons Maternity Policy Parental Leave Adoption Leave Health-related policies including: Health and Safety Policy Sickness

11 Apr 2022: An overview of the weeks events

12 Jun 2019: University Support Services Occupational Health Service The Occupational Health Service aims to complement the University's academic reputation by providing a support service that promotes and preserves both the physical and mental wellbeing of all

18 Sep 2020: As part of a University-wide network of Wellbeing Advocates, you will be a point of contact to members of staff within your own Institution/Faculty/Department/College for wellbeing issues.

18 Sep 2020: The following training is offered to support the role of Wellbeing Advocate: Essential Wellbeing Advocate Induction - contact the team to arrange Equality and Diversity Essentials online module Implicit Bias online module Mental Health Awareness

12 Jun 2019: The role of line managers in supporting women experiencing menopausal symptoms is crucial. Effective management of team members with menopausale symptoms which are impacting their work will help you to improve your team’s morale, retain valuable

6 Jun 2023: This week we will be observing Carers Week (10-16 June, 2024), an important initiative aimed at highlighting the various challenges faced by unpaid carers, and acknowledging their significant contributions to families, communities and workplaces

18 Sep 2020: Wellbeing Advocate Network meetings are held regularly and provide a vital opportunity for Wellbeing Advocates to discuss issues, share best practice and input into strategic Wellbeing priorities for the University.

17 Apr 2022: Long Covid - an unfolding story. Join Professor Brian Cox as he talks to scientists working at the forefront of research into long Covid, and campaigners with personal experience of the devastating

17 Apr 2022: Loneliness. The Richard Nicholls Podcast: Recent research suggests that as many as a third of us have literally nobody that we would class as a close friend.

18 Sep 2020: There are many reasons why staff choose to apply to become a Wellbeing Advocate but for many, it provides an opportunity to make a difference to colleagues, their department and the wider University.

18 Sep 2020: 2023 Key Dates 02 February : Time to Talk Day 17 February : Random Acts of Kindness Day 09 March : University Mental Health Day April : Stress Awareness Month 15 – 21 May : Mental Health Awareness Week 12 – 16 June : Healthy Eating Week 12

16 Apr 2022: News of war can impact your mental health - here's how to cope .

17 Apr 2022: The Staff Counselling Centre is available free of charge to all staff who hold a University contract of employment: academic, academic-related, assistant, research and technical.

18 Sep 2020: CRASSH - Centre For Research In The Arts, Social Sciences And Humanities. ... Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute. Jim Bagstaff.

13 Apr 2022: Biological records can be added to national and international datasets, used for research or conservation and help inform planning and development, as well as wildlife legislation.

21 Aug 2017: Wellbeing Strategy Statement Introduction The University is committed to providing a healthy working environment and improving the quality of working lives for all staff.

20 Apr 2022: More importantly, how does using social media make you feel? In this talk, we will explore some of the research about social media, connection, loneliness – as well as looking at some

12 Jun 2019: Complementary and Alternative Therapies. Limited scientific research has been undertaken to consider the effect and safety of taking supplements or other alternative therapy, however, they have become popular with women and