Danita Wilmott

Danita Wilmott is a Senior Lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University's School of Nursing and Public Health within the Faculty of Health and Education. She currently co-leads the Master of Global Public Health (MGPH) programme and serves as the departmental academic lead for international student support. Her clinical background spans haematology nursing, midwifery, and health visiting, maintaining a contract as a health visitor with a Greater Manchester NHS Trust.

• Education: BSc Nursing (University of Manchester), MPH (University of Salford), current doctoral studies in Public Health.

Her research focuses on public health and global health challenges, particularly child health inequalities, sexual health, and haematological conditions like haemoglobinopathy. She has contributed to landmark studies on infant mortality reduction in Greater Manchester and the impact of ICT in nursing education. Her work bridges clinical practice and academic research, emphasizing equity and evidence-based practice.

While no awards are explicitly listed, her publications reflect sustained engagement with critical public health issues. Her advisory roles include supporting international students and overseeing clinical partnerships with NHS Trusts. She collaborates with the Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust and contributes to work-integrated learning initiatives.