Improving health by understanding hidden experience. Supported by Wellcome. durham.ac.uk/imh medhumsplatform.orghttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mqoo5y6tbk2oAs part of her In Practice Research Fellowship, Dr Estelle Verdi has published a scoping review exploring how creative health approaches may support the mental health and wellbeing of minoritised women following baby loss. Read the article in full 👇 https://medhumsplatform.org/new-publication-creative-health-and-baby-loss-in-minoritised-women/15 Jul 2026 11:57 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqoo5y6tbk2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mqly253aqc2sHow do we evaluate quality in co-produced research? A new publication co-authored by Kate Marks (Moving Bodies Lab) & Brett Smith (Narrative Practices Lab) explores how quality can be assessed in ways that reflect the values and aims of co-production. Read more 👇 https://medhumsplatform.org/new-publication-evaluating-quality-in-co-produced-research/14 Jul 2026 10:16 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqly253aqc2shttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mq2ro6tg3q23Last month the IMH held a PhD Showcase event celebrating the diversity and creativity of research in the medical humanities. One of our Postgraduate coordinators has shared a recap of the event and explains the creative feedback process that was used in the panels. https://www.durham.ac.uk/research/institutes-and-centres/medical-humanities/about-us/news/2026/imh-pgr-showcase/07 Jul 2026 14:07 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq2ro6tg3q23https://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mpllbpkysn2mWe are delighted to share that the premiere of a co-choreographed dance piece by Moving Bodies Lab researcher Emily Davis and dancers living with multiple sclerosis (MS) has received enthusiastic feedback following its debut at Healing Arts Scotland. Read here: https://medhumsplatform.org/high-praise-for-dance-performance-at-healing-arts-scotland/01 Jul 2026 13:02 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpllbpkysn2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mplahbscns24📣 Our June newsletter has hit the wires! Find out about our Medical Humanities in Practice Fellows, our new IMH Co-Director, a pioneering research project on self-harm, highlights from The Polyphony and more! Read and subscribe here: https://mailchi.mp/durham.ac.uk/imh-news-june-2026?e=4879d4c88f01 Jul 2026 09:49 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mplahbscns24https://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mpl4qexmbc26Interested in our MA in medical humanities? There are still a few places left on our Webinar and Taster Session (3 July, 15.00–15.50 BST). Sign up now! https://www.durham.ac.uk/research/institutes-and-centres/medical-humanities/events/ma-in-medhums-webinar/01 Jul 2026 08:42 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpl4qexmbc26https://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mpkwgy4qot25🥼 Our final Lab Coat Lunch is on Wed 8 July! Hear from creator of SOUL PAINT Sarah Ticho @sarahticho.bsky.social. @soulpaint.bsky.social is a virtual reality experience combining 3D drawing, playful embodied interaction & personal introspection 🎨 Register: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/soul-paint-where-are-you-feeling-tickets-1976708834335?aff=oddtdtcreator01 Jul 2026 06:50 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpkwgy4qot25https://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mpirjfrsxk23Last month, we were invited to contribute to 'Understanding the value of creative methods within research', a workshop hosted by the Rural Durham Community Research Network. Mary Robson delivered a presentation alongside a creatively facilitated planning activity for participants. Read more here👇 https://medhumsplatform.org/the-creative-chicken-or-the-ethical-egg/30 Jun 2026 10:16 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpirjfrsxk23https://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mpiozgdiws2wWe recently celebrated the achievements of our 2025–26 Medical Humanities in Practice Fellows 🎉 This year's projects demonstrate the power of practitioner-led research and cross-sector collaboration. Read more about the event and the Fellows' inspiring work 👇 https://medhumsplatform.org/celebrating-the-2025-26-medical-humanities-in-practice-cohort/30 Jun 2026 09:31 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpiozgdiws2whttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mpgmsrfvhj26Join us for a hybrid workshop developing interdisciplinary conversations around key themes of GAIA: gender, autism, and affective & epistemic injustice. 📆 Tues 7 July, 10am – 3.30pm (BST) 📍 Durham University More info & book: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/workshop-gender-autism-and-affective-and-epistemic-injustice-tickets-199145370363629 Jun 2026 13:47 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpgmsrfvhj26https://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mp6ffhwko52hOur final welcome from our new cohort of In Practice Research Fellows – today we share our interview with Maddie-Rose Carbone! Maddie is a Programme and Evaluation Lead at Creative Health Camden. Get to know Maddie in our written interview 👇️ https://medhumsplatform.org/introducing-maddie-rose-carbone-new-medical-humanities-in-practice-research-fellow/26 Jun 2026 07:13 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp6ffhwko52hhttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mozpgz66y22e💡 Discover our MA in Medical Humanities! A reminder of our upcoming sessions to find out more: 🔶 In-person Open Day, Sat 27 June - drop-in session 2.50–3.50pm (BST) https://durhamuni.eventsair.com/2026-postgraduate-open-day-summer/ 🔷 Online info session, Fri 3 July 3-3.50pm (BST) https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ma-in-medical-humanities-online-webinar-tickets-1991972489338?aff=oddtdtcreator24 Jun 2026 10:29 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mozpgz66y22ehttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mozd6jg7nr2bNext up in our interview series with the new cohort of In Practice Research Fellows is Sam Slatcher! Sam @samslatcher.bsky.social is a freelance creative practitioner and researcher working at the intersection of arts, community and wellbeing. Hear from Sam 👇️ https://medhumsplatform.org/introducing-sam-slatcher-new-medical-humanities-in-practice-research-fellow/24 Jun 2026 06:50 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mozd6jg7nr2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3moudjt7bbo2aContinuing to welcome our new cohort of In Practice Research Fellows, today we share our interview with Sophie-Jo Peel! Sophie-Jo is Creativity and Health Project Coordinator at South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Teaching Trust. Find out more 👇️ https://medhumsplatform.org/introducing-sophie-jo-peel-new-medical-humanities-in-practice-research-fellow/22 Jun 2026 07:13 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3moudjt7bbo2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3monagrw3dt2pNext in our interviews with the new cohort of In Practice Research Fellows is Kate Quinn! Kate is a Clinical Psychologist in the NHS & co-director of Heavy Metal Therapy which specialises in mental health support for people in the alternative music community. https://medhumsplatform.org/introducing-kate-quinn-new-medical-humanities-in-practice-research-fellow/19 Jun 2026 11:29 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3monagrw3dt2phttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3monafiabf223📺️ Catch up on our events! Last week, Interdisciplinary AI brought together Professor Caroline Bassett, Dr David Watson, and Dr Adam Linson for a conversation on AI, narrative theory, philosophy of science, machine learning, and philosophy of art. Watch the recording👇 https://vimeo.com/1202789743?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci19 Jun 2026 11:28 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3monafiabf223https://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3molbxlviik2gWhy do more births now end in caesarean section? Congratulations to IMH Fellow Halima Akhter on her new article exploring the social and political factors behind rising intervention rates in England and Bangladesh in @uk.theconversation.com! @durham.ac.uk https://theconversation.com/why-more-births-now-end-in-caesarean-section-28490918 Jun 2026 16:51 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3molbxlviik2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mokye4squp2uContinuing to welcome the 2026-27 cohort of In Practice Research Fellows, next up is Fouziya Asim! Fouziya is a Cancer Outreach Co-ordinator with extensive experience working within the voluntary and community sector. Read our written interview with Fouziya 👇 https://medhumsplatform.org/introducing-fouziya-asim-new-medical-humanities-in-practice-research-fellow/18 Jun 2026 13:59 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mokye4squp2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3moihgvagjq24How are doctors portrayed in memoirs, television, and popular culture – and why does it matter? Join us for a thought-provoking hybrid talk with Danielle Spencer exploring narrative medicine. 📅 25 June 📍 Durham University/Online 🎟️ Free Register: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/heroic-doctors-from-medical-memoirs-to-the-pitt-tickets-1989311276579?aff=oddtdtcreator17 Jun 2026 13:51 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3moihgvagjq24https://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3moi4rbu54c2d💡 Discover our MA in Medical Humanities! Have you ever wondered how your previous studies in the arts, humanities or social sciences could be expanded, enriched and applied to pressing issues of health and wellness in our world? 🧵17 Jun 2026 10:40 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3moi4rbu54c2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mohpw4ksta2dWe are delighted to announce the appointment of a new IMH Co-Director, Shauna Concannon 🎉 Shauna is Assistant Professor in Digital Humanities and Computer Science @durham.ac.uk and brings a wealth experience to the role, starting on 1 September 2026. Welcome! https://www.durham.ac.uk/research/institutes-and-centres/medical-humanities/about-us/news/2026/new-codirector-concannon/17 Jun 2026 06:50 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mohpw4ksta2dhttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mofxualxjk2tA new open-access paper led by Emily Tupper and colleagues of the Moving Bodies Lab explores the often-overlooked work that happens before people begin walking or cycling in community programmes. Find out more and read the paper 👇 https://medhumsplatform.org/access-at-the-doorstep-new-publication/16 Jun 2026 14:06 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mofxualxjk2thttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mofxqnkroc2zAround 6.4% of the UK population report having self-harmed in their lifetime. But how is self-harm influenced by culture? Congratulations to @veronicaheney.bsky.social who has won a prestigious Wellcome Early Career award to re-configure understandings of self-harm. @durham.ac.uk https://www.durham.ac.uk/research/institutes-and-centres/medical-humanities/about-us/news/2026/veronica-heney-to-shed-new-light-on-self-harm/16 Jun 2026 14:04 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mofxqnkroc2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mofgxt7nqk2qGet to know our new In Practice Research Fellows! First up is David McQuillan, a creative health producer, artist and programme manager working across arts, health and communities in West Yorkshire. Read our written interview with David 👇 https://medhumsplatform.org/introducing-david-mcquillan-new-medical-humanities-in-practice-research-fellow/16 Jun 2026 09:04 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mofgxt7nqk2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mocqbdpj7t2j🥼 Catch up on our Lab Coat Lunch series! The third talk features visual artist Steve Geliot‘s exploration of the differences between working as an artist in acute hospital settings and working creatively in ‘end of life’ care. 📺️ Watch it here: https://vimeo.com/1192215901?fl=pl&fe=sh15 Jun 2026 07:13 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mocqbdpj7t2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mo3m4icuys2aJoin us for 'Gender, Autism, and Affective and Epistemic Injustice', an engaging workshop exploring the intersections of autism, gender, emotion, knowledge, and social justice. 📅 Tue 7 July 10am–3.30pm 📍 Hybrid / Durham University More info & book (free!) https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/workshop-gender-autism-and-affective-and-epistemic-injustice-tickets-199145370363612 Jun 2026 11:10 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mo3m4icuys2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mnyugtdhmc2aOn 19 June, we invite Durham University staff and students to celebrate our current In Practice Research Fellows who will share the research projects they have developed, their experience of the scheme and their ongoing plans. We'd love to see you there! Register: https://www.durham.ac.uk/research/institutes-and-centres/medical-humanities/events/medical-humanities-in-practice-celebrating-the-202526-fellows/11 Jun 2026 09:01 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnyugtdhmc2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/durhamimh.bsky.social/post/3mnx2kdiuk22c💃 Don't miss this! Our v. own Emily Davis has co-choreographed a performance piece with dancers with MS to be premiered as part of Healing Arts Scotland next week. 📆 19 July, All day 📍City Halls, Glasgow Find out more & book tickets: https://medhumsplatform.org/see-lived-experience-live-at-healing-arts-scotland/10 Jun 2026 15:45 +0000at://did:plc:iri6prmxrxsynsppybtdt6m5/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnx2kdiuk22c