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Doctors call for improved physical health monitoring for people prescribed psychiatric medication

13th August 2025

A major new Lancet Commission has called for people taking psychiatric medications – such as antidepressants, antipsychotics, and mood stabilisers – to receive proactive, ongoing physical health monitoring and support….

Salt warning labels on UK restaurant menus can encourage consumers to make healthier choices, Liverpool study finds

29th July 2025

Findings from a study published today in The Lancet Public Health provide the strongest evidence to date that salt warning labels on restaurant menus are perceived by consumers as effective…

New study explores cannabidiol’s effects in people with schizophrenia

28th July 2025

A new study has investigated whether cannabidiol (CBD), a non-intoxicating compound found in cannabis, can reduce the harmful effects of cannabis use in people with schizophrenia. The study, “Does cannabidiol…

What does Patient and Public Involvement look like at Oxford Health BRC?

24th July 2025

Corina Cheeks holds an important role with both our BRC and the NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre (Oxford BRC) Corina is a Public Contributor in the OH BRC’s Data Science…

Data Science Theme researcher recognised with NIHR Senior Clinical and Practitioner Research Award

18th July 2025

Congratulations to Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre (OH BRC) Data Science Theme researcher and University of Oxford Honorary Senior Clinical Research Fellow Dr Howard Ryland who has received the NIHR…

Certain chronic health conditions associated with increased risk of dementia – new study

17th July 2025

Developing cardiovascular, mental health and neurological-related illnesses before the age of 70 is associated with a greater risk of dementia later in life, with the more of these conditions accumulated…

United for Impact: Highlights from the 2025 Joint CRF & BRC Conference

16th July 2025

The UK Clinical Research Facility (UKCRF) Network celebrated a milestone this July with its 20th Annual Conference, held for the first time in partnership with the National Institute for Health…

Call for improved collaboration in mental health inflammation studies

14th July 2025

A new review published in JAMA Psychiatry explores how inflammation in the body may contribute to mental health conditions such as psychosis, depression and autism, and what this could mean for…

Championing change: Dr Quinlan wins top pain society honour

10th July 2025

We would like to congratulate Dr Jane Quinlan, Consultant in Anaesthetics and Pain Management at Oxford University Hospitals NHS FT and OH BRC researcher in our Pain Theme, who has…

Breaking barriers, building minds: MHID Theme meeting sparks collaboration and innovation

7th July 2025

Recently, the NIHR Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre’s Mental Health in Development (MHID) Theme Meeting bought together researchers, clinicians, and collaborators at New Radcliffe House. The event showcased the MHID…

Recognition at the British Association for Psychopharmacology summer meeting

3rd July 2025

British Association for Psychopharmacology (BAP) is a UK-based scientific society that promotes research and education in psychopharmacology—the study of how drugs affect mood, behaviour and mental processes. BAP supports both…

Parkinson’s drug effective in treating persistent depression

30th June 2025

A drug used for Parkinson’s disease has been shown to be effective in reducing the symptoms of difficult to treat depression, in a study led by the University of Oxford….

Mental health reimagined: Wearable tech and weight-loss drugs offer new hope

26th June 2025

Recent developments in psychiatry and neuroscience are shedding light on the potential of digital and pharmacological innovations to transform mental health care. Two new significant studies from the University of…

How do vaccines reduce the risk of dementia?

25th June 2025

A new study by the University of Oxford published in the journal npj Vaccines, shows that a vaccine against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is associated with a 29% reduction in dementia risk in…

Chilean families to benefit from Oxford developed support for child anxiety

24th June 2025

The successful parent-led programme, developed with support from the NIHR Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre (OH BRC) and the Applied Research Collaboration Oxford and Thames Valley (ARC OxTV), is being…

Statins safe, but no antidepressant boost

12th June 2025

Statins deemed safe from a neuropsychiatric perspective but ineffective as antidepressants in at-risk adults, Oxford study finds. A landmark online trial published in Psychological Medicine and conducted at the University…

Westgate visitors learn about Oxford’s world-class research

30th May 2025

Researchers from Oxford’s two NIHR Biomedical Research Centres (BRC) took over the city’s Westgate Centre on Thursday 29 May for their annual Health Research Showcase. Hundreds of half-term visitors, including…

Last Haven: A citizen science project on nature, humanity and difficult choices

30th May 2025

What happens when the last known habitat for an endangered species stands in the way of vital human development? Last Haven, a study led by researchers at the University of…

Exciting academic opportunity for NMAHPs at Oxford Health BRC

16th May 2025

Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre (OH BRC) is excited to announce an academic opportunity for Nurses, Midwives, and Allied Health Professionals (NMAHPs) connected with organisations in the Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and…

Raising awareness for Mental Health Awareness Week

12th May 2025

A Joint Effort by Oxford Health BRC and the University of Oxford Department of Psychiatry. Mental Health Awareness Week is an annual event that highlights the importance of mental well-being…

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