We held the 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵@𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸: 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽. Organized by Dr Nelly Bencomo Prof Barbara Bechter

The Wolfson Research Institute for Health and Wellbeing & Balbir Singh Dance company Sweet Spots Sensory Trail is now open to everyone.

On 5th June 2025, Parkinson’s Pals UG volunteers completed a 22km walk from Durham to the Angel of the North to raise funds for the Durham Parkinson’s Branch. Despite rain, muddy footpaths, and plenty of sore legs, the team – Biosciences Undergraduates, Jessica Fewkes (Project Manager), Ella Tuke-Hastings, Ella Clinton, Lydia Church, and Grace Denton - took on the challenge with determination.

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Global Coalition Calls for Action Against Viral “Brain Injury Delivery Systems” The Repercussion Group, an international coalition of academics, clinicians, researchers, and advocates, has today released a new White Paper titled “Run It Straight: A Call to Action Against a Perfect Brain Injury Delivery System.”

We are delighted to announce that a Pain Academy Project had been shortlisted by the HSJ Patient Safety Awards 2025 in the catergory of Best Use of Integrated Care and Partnership Working in Patient Safety Award

Exploring how plant medicine, light therapy and being in nature can complement pharmaceuticals, this tranquil event at Dilston Physic Garden was full to the brim with expert trails, talks, medicinal teas and interactive dance & music. The day was co-led by Prof. Paul Chazot, Dr Nicolette Perry and Prof. Elaine Perry, with creative performances by Balbir Singh Dance Company (BSDC) that reinforced themes of renewal, rhythm, and equilibrium in both the natural world and human health.

On 22 May 2025, Alzheimer’s Society – County Durham, in partnership with Durham University and the Balbir Singh Dance Company, presented A Trail of Blue – a city-wide awareness event aimed at highlighting the impact of Alzheimer’s through artistic and sensory experiences.

The Durham Group recently held their annual open day at their weekly Pain Cafe which meets at Brandon Community Hall. They find that holding an open day not only gets the word out to the local community, but also brings together a good network of professionals to network and help each other. The day was a great success with plenty of people coming along for information.

In January 2025, the UK Parliament’s Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee launched a call for submissions to inform the next priority areas for its work.

Dr Frances Cole (WRIHW Honorary Fellow) and Professor Paul Chazot (Director, WRIHW Pain Challenge Academy) say thank you to everyone who attended the first ever Live Well with Pain Footsteps to Change Conference 2025 in Birmingham, and for all your contributions and support on the day.

WRIHW's Andrea Lambell (Co-Director) has been involved in a vital report which will assist the University in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment to all.