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Over 78 million cigarettes smoked every day in Great Britain
More than 78 million cigarettes are smoked in England, Wales and Scotland every day, translating to about 900 being lit up every second, according to a new study from UCL researchers.
18 Jul 2025

Technician-led eye clinics could lead to more timely NHS care
Innovative virtual eye clinics in shopping centres could significantly reduce waiting times for routine eye appointments, UCL-led research suggests in a first-of-its-kind study.
16 Jul 2025

Good professional advice means women more likely to use contraception after giving birth
More than half of people who have given birth are not using contraception two months later despite the risk that back-to-back pregnancies can pose, a new UCL study shows.
11 Jul 2025
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Immersive Learning from the WHO: Students Embark on Inspiring Egypt Study Tour
GBSH postgraduate students visited Cairo for a transformative study tour, engaging with global health leaders and exploring Egypt’s rich culture and healthcare innovations.
15 Jul 2025

Global Business School for Health on the NHS 10 Year Plan for England
Professor Nora Colton, Director of the Global Business School for Health, responds to the recently published NHS 10 Year Plan for England.
15 Jul 2025

Student Spotlight: Jonathan, Physiotherapy Studies: Paediatrics MSc
Jonathan shares how studying in London, learning from leading experts, and flexible modular learning helped him grow as an NHS clinician and discover a true passion for paediatrics.
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