#BSG2026 Plenary Speaker Bio: Dr Emi Kiyota

(1/4) Associate Prof Emi Kiyota is an internationally recognised expert in environmental gerontology, participatory design & inclusive urban development. With over 2 decades of experience, she is dedicated to creating age-inclusive communities.

The Moon at waxing crescent phase just above centre. Pleiades star cluster below to its right.

The Moon and the Pleiades from last night. 2040UT 19 April 2026. 🔭 🧪 🎨 #astrophotography #SciArt #photography #StormHour #ThePhotoHour

"Delivering more care in the community by investing in district nurses and health visitors."

Took a short break in-between meetings and took a stroll though our local #bluebellwood. The #bluebells are stunning and their scent almost overwhelming. A great way to #enhancewellbeing and #relax.

Precautionary recall of blood pressure medication after manufacturing error The MHRA has advised pharmacy and healthcare professionals to stop supplying the impacted batch and return all remaining stock to their suppliers.

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Pancreatic cancer mRNA vaccine shows lasting results in an early trial Scientists caution that more research is needed, but nearly all of the patients who responded to the personalized vaccine are still alive six years later.

“Pancreatic cancer mRNA vaccine shows lasting results in an early trial. Scientists caution that more research is needed, but nearly all of the patients who responded to the personalized vaccine are still alive six years later.”

This is why we should fund science. 🧪

Us too, Curlew… us too. 😴

#MondayMotivation

Join Dr Siobhain O'Riordan and me for a free #stressawarenessmonth webinar focusing on #stressmanagement techniques including #cognitivereframing and #relaxation. Being held on the 27th April at 11.45am BST. Here's the registration link: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Our free webinar for #StressAwarenessMonth is titled ‘Stress Management in Everyday Life:Practical Strategies for #EnhancingWellbeing‘ will be of interest to anyone wishing to learn how to #managestress. Enroll here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #relaxationuk #stressmanagement #stress #relaxation

Join Dr Siobhain O'Riordan and me for a free #stressawarenessmonth webinar focusing on #stressmanagement techniques including #cognitivereframing and #relaxation. Being held on the 27th April at 11.45am BST. Here's the registration link: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Took a short break in-between meetings and took a stroll though our local #bluebellwood. The #bluebells are stunning and their scent almost overwhelming. A great way to #enhancewellbeing and #relax.

Exactly 4 months until the start of a Solar Eclipse. Partial from the UK. Total from parts of Greenland, Iceland, Portugal, Spain, and Russia. 🔭 🧪

A #SpringArrivalSpotlight wild card: a flurry of Hoopoes have been reported in the last few days!

A rare treat in the UK, these striking birds can overshoot and visit from Africa each spring.

Look out for a fancy pinkish-brown crest and black & white striped wings.

Have you ever seen one? 🐦

Nasa's Artemis II mission was a triumph - but when will astronauts land on the Moon? The mission was almost flawless but there are considerable obstacles ahead before a Moon landing.

Artemis II mission was a triumph. Now comes the hard part. 🔭 🧪 #ArtemisII www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Factors associated with working women’s perceived intention to drink in Japan: a qualitative study Alcohol use among women has been increasing rapidly. As the social context of women has changed, and the number of working women has risen, the prevention of alcohol-related problems among them has...

Factors associated with working women’s perceived intention to drink in Japan
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Artemis II: Why is Nasa sending people back to the Moon? From a race with China to lunar discoveries, the US is investing time, effort and money to head to the Moon - and beyond.

First stop, the Moon. Next stop, Mars? Why NASA's mission matters. 🔭 🧪 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

I usually go for a walk after work but yesterday on the #springequinox and also #Internationaldayofhappiness I had was able to pop out in the morning. #connectingwithnature nearly always is good for #enhancewellbeing and giving a new perspective on life.

FGM>>>>>UN Commission on the Status of Women Session 70
Webinar this Thursday. Registration here

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Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework Consultation By Friday 27 forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

Physical inactivity is a major global public health issue
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Over the winter in the UK we experienced many grey, overcast days with plenty of rain. Not good for the #winterblues and #SAD sufferers. However, as the weather improves it's great to get outside, take in the longer days of #sunlight and #connectwithnature. #seizetheday!

For today's #SpringArrivalSpotlight we welcome Willow Warblers!

Migrating here from southern Africa these small yellow-green songbirds look remarkably similar to Chiffchaffs.

Identify them by listening for their melodious, warbling song.

California pledges to open 7% of its land and waters to Indigenous tribes — a step toward healing a 175-year-old broken promise The new plan aims to bring at least 7.5 million acres of land and coastal waters under the care of Indigenous tribes — representing the acreage the U.S. promised and failed to hold for tribal reservat...

"California is pledging to put 7.5 million acres under tribal stewardship in the state’s first-ever tribal stewardship policy."

Absolutely *phenomenal* news & essential. We need this, across Turtle Island, fast. We don't time. But WOW. What an amazing thing to see in my lifetime.

5 Signs To Know If You’re Having Job Burnout Or Just Plain Tired Learn why burnout out has become a catch-all phrase, less common than workers report. Experts distinguish among stress, burnout and just plain tiredness from hard work.

5 Signs To Know If You’re Having Job Burnout Or Just Plain Tired

Kent meningitis outbreak unprecedented - health chiefs Officials confirm 15 cases of meningitis following an outbreak in Kent, in which two people died.

'Explosive' meningitis outbreak unprecedented – officials. 🧪 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

It's arrived. It's #climatecoachingactionday. The conference is over but there are 3 pre-recorded sessions that can be watched. Visit the website for more details: Www.climatecoachingactionday.info #climatechange

Globalisation is under threat from Iran war – and Britain is uniquely vulnerable Economic ripples from US-Israel attacks will soon become waves, engulfing everything from energy prices to food In retaliation for the US-Israeli missile attacks, Iran has launched what amounts to all-out economic warfare. Should the conflict continue even for another week, its impacts will start to be felt around the world as the third price surge since the pandemic washes through global markets. For Britain, a further turn of the screw on living standards arrives just as political instability mounts at home, with the Labour and Conservative parties facing existential challenges to their left and right. Continue reading...

Globalisation is under threat from Iran war – and Britain is uniquely vulnerable

Interested in learning more about #relaxation and #meditation techniques to #enhancewellbeing? Visit the #relaxationuk for more information www.relaxationuk.org.uk

We've had a lot of cloud & rain in the UK over the past 4 weeks so earlier today it was great to go for a brisk countryside walk in the #sunshine with loads of #bluesky! A good way to manage the #winterblues, #enhancewellbeing, #managestress & elicit the #relaxationresponse. #Greenspace helps too!