Pleased to lead the new ‘School of Health & Society’ following successful merger of
@PublicHealth_uk
&
@wlvcommsoc
, not only as Assoc Dean & HoS but also as a guardian. Looking forward to working with students, academics & researchers to create a vibrant academic hub
@UoWFEHW
@ginnymelons
I am sorry to hear this
@ginnymelons
.
Do ask to talk to the person who is leading the hospital’s dietetics team, do ask for what are the standards of nutritional care met, why this, how this is to help patient, what’s the rationale, explanation and reasoning…
This is not what
Thank you
@wlv_uni
,
@UoWFEHW
, and
@PublicHealth_uk
for my professorial conferment at an amazing ceremony
#WLVGrad
.
This is a pleasure to be part of the Faculty Executive Team at the most wonderful scholarly community.
Thank you for honouring me with your votes. I will do my very best to be a worthy trustee & council member in our journey for
Regulating Professionals,
Raising Standards and
Improving Health
#NutritionIsAScience
The election results are in.... we are pleased to announce Prof Geraldine McNeill, Prof Farzad Amirabdollahian, Ms Mhairi Brown & Mr Alan Flanagan have been appointed as Council Members/Trustees of the Association for Nutrition for a term of office of 3 years from Jan 2020 👏👏👏
I am excited to announce that from April 8th, 2022 as a professor, I will be taking on a new role of the Head of the School
@PublicHealth_uk
, and Associate Dean of the
@UoWFEHW
at the
@wlv_uni
.
I cannot be more proud.
The Common Room at the School of Health and Society was officially opened today! 🙌✨
A place where students can gather, collaborate, and create lasting memories.
Colleagues, friends and students: Let's make the most of this space, supporting each
"To all future university students:
Today at the University of Vienna, I stumbled upon a beautiful ‘question mark’. It represents the Noble Prize-winning alumni to asks 'Who is next?'
Remember, no matter what the world tells you, it could be ‘YOU’!
Believe in your dreams
To Esther Ghey,
In the face of unjust criticism, stand tall and unwavering. Hateful words stem from fear and ignorance, but your advocacy for change comes from love & peace.
We keep forgetting that Brianna, Scarlett, and Eddie could all be our children.
As your former
Our energy expenditure through exercise is a key to the battle against obesity! 🏋️♂️ This overview of reviews confirms that exercise training programmes lead to significant weight loss and positive body composition changes in adults with overweight or
I am delighted & honoured to be shortlisted for the ‘Nutritionist of the Year’ Award & to join such an excellent line up of the most inspirational colleagues. This means a lot to me to have my work recognised especially by an organisation as distinguished and valued as
@CWTFood
The Caroline Walker Trust is delighted to announce this year's shortlist for the CWT Annual Awards. Categories included Charity Food Campaigner, Food Hero, Nutritionist, Freelance Nutritionist and Media Campaigner of the Year.
We are an international family of academic scholars
@wlv_uni
:
Here our inspirational
@DrOpinderjit
is telling the global Panjabi speaking community about our prestigious Master of Public Health (MPH) at
@PublicHealth_uk
,
@UoWFEHW
.
Please retweet & help us to spread the word.
April 7th will be my last day in my current role. It has been an exciting journey working for
@LiverpoolHopeUK
for more than a decade and I want to thank many of my colleagues for their continuous support and love. While one journey comes to an end, another one begins:
The
#AfNutrChat
of last night was excellent. For me, it was clearly showing that the
@AfN_UK_
registrants work in such variety of roles, with wide range of research interests, but all committed to EBP & protection of Public. Thank you everybody & well done
@AfNutr
organisers
Today; the start of my yr 20 in UK HE, after working in health prom, nutrition & teaching overseas.
Lots changed.Bigger challenges, far less gov support, more pressure on staff & students, a more polarised society.
But I’m million x more committed to face those challenges too!
"Just stumbled upon this sign while walking along the River Mersey, and it feels even more significant considering Rishi Sunak's recent U-turn on crucial Green targets. 🌿
#Environment
#GreenGoals
"
Fantastic event, it was a pleasure to attend (apology that I could not attend all day).
Such an inspirational programme, fantastic speakers, great food & wonderful music.
Thanks
@KerensaHodge
,
@VascoAdam
,
@PublicHealth_uk
students,
@UoWFEHW
colleagues.
Wow, wow, wow!
It’s only half time at the
@wlv_uni
Black History Year ‘Staying Power’ event and I have already been blown away. Inspirational personal journeys, stories, music & friends! Incredible work from the SU and my friend
@KerensaHodge
a privilege to be involved ✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽
1️⃣st time I heard of Caroline Walker was in 1st year of my PhD (2003) when my peers
@LondonMetDFN
were passionately talking about her contribution to the field & her legacy.
Caroline &
@CWTFood
remain inspiration to many & I hope to be worthy of being an ambassador of the name.
CWT is delighted to present Dr Farzard Amirabdollahian shortlisted nominee for the Nutritionist of the Year 2020 award. Dr Amirabdollahian has excelled through a year of adversity to support students, colleagues and his university community.
I.N.A.D.E.Q.U.A.T.E - Ruth Perry’s tragedy is the story of all us as academic leaders.
Sad to see a sector sucked into quantification & commercialisation of educational metrics, forgetting the mission to advance knowledge & humanise the society!
Reflecting on a recent meeting reminding :
"Public health isn't just about treating illness, it's about preventing it. Investing in programs and education that promote healthy lifestyles is crucial for building a stronger, healthier society."
#publichealth
Well articulated, evidence based & clear advice from
@AliyaPorter
about celery juice.
It is so heart warming to see how
@AfN_UK_
registered nutritionists of Northwest such as
@AliyaPorter
and
@bapbray
have been recently raising awareness about nutrition within the media.
#BriannaGhey
was the daughter of 1 of my best graduates. The kind that as a teacher I’m proud knowing she’s my ‘legacy’.
We’re in shock, tears & disbelief & I can’t find words to say to Brianna’s mum!
When do we want to stop hating?when knife crime is to stop?
‘Brianna Ghey’s death was a tragedy waiting to happen…
There is a dangerous precedent to stoking ‘debate’ over trans people’s lives’
It is time put a STOP to the abuse, dehumanising & toxic rhetoric. I stand in solidarity 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
An important read 👇🏾
What does inclusive curriculum framework mean to us?
Reflective question to all as part of the discussions of the decolonising the curriculum.
Learning and Teaching conference
@UoWFEHW
I had a fantastic meeting with
@JonDenley
, our inspirational Director of PH, when we planned our
@PublicHealth_uk
students to contribute to solving real life health issues
@WolvesCouncil
& our
@UoWFEHW
to host the PH team in research seminars & events.
Exciting times ahead!
I am going to use the term ‘Older adults’ as this is far more meaningful than geriatric population, ageing, senior citizens & so on.
@Kate_LHU
talking about
@StudyAgeing
somebody from the audience said ‘mature adults’
@RandoxHealth
Such a familiar story. Not embarrassed to say I was in tears when I heard. This could be me or many of my colleagues who are working in the extremely stressful
#HigherEducation
of today, some of which is the direct outcome of policies
@GOVUK
& the handling of HE sector &
#Brexit
This story is heartbreaking, and strikes a very personal chord ☹️ it’s not just Cardiff, it’s U.K. HE generally. > Lecturer’s widow hits out at Cardiff University workload
This is against the UN 1951 Convention & 1967 Protocol, legally binding international agreements that we signed.
‘Asylum seekers’ are not ‘criminal’ & should not be tagged, but the ones who break the above & forget the basics of being ‘human’ should !
From Sport to Psychology, from education to nursing, from midwifery to social work, & from public health to our wonderful professional services, etc; there are seeds of excellence growing in every corner of our
@UoWFEHW
.
Cannot be more excited about our future!
Had a
@UoWFEHW
executive away day today. So much expertise, passion and commitment in one room, planning innovations that will truly push the boundaries of how universities can develop co-created approaches to the education, health and well-being of communities. I’m excited
Recently hearing quite a bit about F&V intake & Cognitive Impairment (CI), thought to highlight our review showing that increased intake is associated with reduced risk of CI, however, there might be geographical influence...
Excited to announce that
@AbbieFBarnes
will be joining
@UoWFEHW
as Associate Dean and Head of School of Nursing in Feb. Alongside
@DominicMccutch3
as Deputy Head of School, nursing will continue to thrive and become one of the very best in the sector. Exciting times ahead
A true heartbreaking tragedy.
This is a point to pause
@Ofstednews
to look into inspections purpose, process, outcome and currency. This is the time to stop, reflect and review.
What marvellous act is of kindness. Thanks
@revsarahschof
and all helpers for time & hard work & for making this happen.
You are all inspiration & excellent ambassadors to
@wlv_uni
.
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year all.
In medical & health education, we need more nutritionists but Nutrition is every health professionals business. We need to recognise, strengthen, & enhance nutrition content of our health programmes.
See BMJ:
Jones G, et al. bmjnph 2022;0:e000510. doi:10.1136/bmjnph-2022-000510
🎓 Wonderful day of academic debate at
@uochester
It's been a privilege to examine Dr IFEANYI NWAUGOCHI PhD thesis on the dietary acculturation of international students. His work offers a unique lens on the crucial link between inclusivity and health. Heartiest congratulations
Such a pleasure for
@UoWFEHW
to host
@DrDuaneRD
. Duane is the Associate Dean of Community Affair & External engagement at
@AstonHLS
, an expert in Medical Education @ community Nutrition & above all a friend.
So excited that Duane’s opening our research seminars
@PublicHealth_uk
Both Turkey and Syria are still reeling from the devastating aftermath of the two earthquakes that struck on Monday. So far, at least 4,300 people have been killed and thousands more have been injured
Congratulations on passing your PhD viva
@swisstoni99
! It was an absolute pleasure to be one of your examiners and to have the opportunity to engage in stimulating discussions with you, and what a pleasure to work with my my colleagues
@Lakenutrition
and
@ivanlgee
on this.
Well
I will be working with some of the most inspiring academics serving an outstanding multidisciplinary Faculty with over 10K students. I cannot wait to see where this new chapter of my career will take me.
Wish me luck!
As we say goodbye to 2023 and step into the promising canvas of 2024, I would like to send Happy New Year wishes to all my incredible colleagues and friends all over the world! 🌟
May this year bring success, growth, joy, health, and meaningful connections for each one of you.
We are looking forward to have Dr Healther Ohly
@heatherohly
from
#UCLAN
in our campus this Wednesday! The talk will focus on ‘Biofortified Zinc flour to Eliminate Deficiency in Pakistan’.
HPS106 at 3pm. All welcome!
Lady: salad 🥗 (£3.99?) ☕️(£2.60),🍎wait, this 🍎’s no good (there’s a tiny brown mark on apple skin, 🍎 flies to the bin!)
Me: No, pls, can I have the 🍎? on my own risk.
I get a cold silent look.
That’s my
#affordable
#HealthyEating
&
#LoveFoodHateWaste
of day
@LFHW_UK
All welcome. Our webinars are free and no registration needed.
'Joining the Pack' Webinars are delivered online
@UoWFEHW
,
@wlv_uni
as part of welcome programme 2022 aiming to inspire.
To read the programme guide click on this link:
Our special issue on innovative food & nutrition approaches for improving healthy lifestyle
@IJERPH_MDPI
(A Q1 journal in Public Health, IF: 4.614) edited by
@Prof_Farzad_WLV
and
@leostevenson
accepts submission.
For further details see
I had wonderful time with our young visitors from 🇭🇰
@NutritionatHope
and
@LiverpoolHopeUK
.
Learnt a lot about dietary habits of people in Hong Kong & very tempted to travel to you to try your wonderful egg waffle.
Have a safe trip guys.
Thank you to Brilliant Education Expert, Tai Po Baptist, HKFYG Lee Shau Kee, Taoist Ching Chung and TWGH Wong See Sum Primary schools for visiting us today
#proudtobehope
@damien_page
@_BNUni
Still trying to come to terms.
You will be missed more than you know
@damien_page
.
Lucky for
@_BNUni
or any team to have you.
Thank you for everything that you taught me.
Across
@wlv_uni
,
@MacholdSilke
will be missed dearly.
We will be trusting
@damien_page
broad shoulders & innovative, inclusive mind.
Time to rally behind our research, & work interdisciplinary across the Faculties (?)
So exciting!
Delighted to now take on leadership of research across
@wlv_uni
in addition to my role as Dean
@UoWFEHW
and continue the fantastic work of
@MacholdSilke
- exciting times
What a pleasure to meet our colleagues from
@wlvcommsoc
&
@PublicHealth_uk
and hear all reflections visions & ambitions for the future.
Well said
@DrKhutan
:
Watch this space!
Clear evidence from National Diet & Nutrition Survey shows excessive sugar intake in early years is a public health priority to be addressed. Registered Nutritionists & Dietitians should work together to tackle this!
@NutritionSoc
,
@AfN_UK_
,
@BDA_Dietitians
,
@obesity_tweet
,
Contribution of Dr Widdowson to Science & Society goes far beyond UK.Over 25 yrs ago when I was a nutrition student overseas,she was story of a visionary in our books & aspiration to all nutrition students.
Thank you
@DrAshwell
for continuing her legacy.
Excellent to see former colleagues from Birmingham City Council Public Health offering exciting new opportunities to students at University of Wolverhampton today
@healthybrum
@publichealth_uk
Range of health issues have been considered in the first few talks of the AfN study day, including sarcopenia, Osteoporosis and Dementia, excellent morning so far
#afn_northwest
,
@AfN_UK_
@StudyAgeing
I’ve learned ‘Violence is the last refuge of the incompetent’ (Isaac Asimov).
‘Let’s talk about ‘Violence’!
That’s the title of today’s
#Joining_the_Pack
@UoWFEHW
& this is my pleasure to host Prof Elaine Arnull
@FairAgender
at 1-2PM today.
Link
Wonderful to see future Health & Social Care professionals from
@washwoodheath
&
@PoolHayesAcad
in our
@UoWFEHW
today.
We are all united by our passion for Education, Health & Well-being.
@wlv_uni
is proud to be the university of opportunities & inclusivity.
See you soon!
A1: I’m Farzad Amirabdollahian, an academic from Liverpool Hope University. I am a PHN with diverse research interest in Nutrition & A PROUD registrant of
@Afn
#AfNutrChat
Inspirational meeting with colleagues
@PublicHealth_uk
,
@UoWFEHW
, our wonderful DVC
@profjuliaclarke
& senior leadership:
Major improvement in all KPIs, many success stories, step by step, module by module, working toward building a Centre of Excellence & hub for Midland’s Health.
Nice to successfully defended my PhD against Prof Graham Kemp, an Oxford-trained molecular pathologist. Thanks also to internal examiner
@stephen_patt
&
@Omid_HopeUni
@F_Nutrtion_Hope
for their overwhelming support.
A smal but significant step!
#ageing
Walking in the shop, just saw an old lady sitting in the corner begging for help. Searched my pockets & found a couple of £s in changes & offered. She looks at me quite decently & honestly, & says no, she needs food. She is senior & looks starving. She could easily be my mum.
Enjoyed presenting our work on mental health and nutritional status of young adults from the CINSYA study at
#FENS2019
. This was the research project of nutrition graduate
@Hannutrition
@NutritionatHope
Liz Truss accuses millions of British workforce as lazy & lacking skills; doesn’t mean it, slip of tongue.
It’s only British ‘politicians in power’ who lack skills, vision & common sense; the lazy only caring of themselves.
A word replaced, no big deal.
Well done
@BenefitOfDrKite
& team.
@UoWFEHW
’s proud of another high profile publication & sure
@ChenRuoling
&
@JutllaK
thinking:
Building foundation for the next REF!
More in pipeline for next few months from other colleagues!
Exciting times ahead of health research
@wlv_uni
Just reflecting on today’s Faculty Board
@wlv_uni
, best I’ve ever attended:
Numerous innovations & interventions for supporting learning, collaborations for our community, research successes, wonderful feedback of students throughout
@UoWFEHW
.
Inspirational.
Can’t be more proud!