Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH)
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Supporting Directors of Public Health (DsPH) across UK to improve and protect health and reduce inequalities
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The Government must commit to introducing the type of hard-hitting policy that we know will successfully shift the dial. That means introducing measures like mandatory reformulation and tightening restrictions on junk food marketing.
⚠️ It could take decades to reverse the #junkfood cycle!. So how does the government's #GoodFoodCycle strategy measure up? Our Executive Director Anna Taylor offers her insight for our latest podcast. 🎧 Listen in full:
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57% of men and 43% of women drink alcohol at least once a week, however, the public is not always aware of alcohol’s link to cancer.
The UK government has confirmed alcohol will be included as a risk factor in the upcoming National Cancer Plan. Alcohol causes at least 7 types of cancer. Plans for mandatory labelling are in development & should include cancer warnings @AshleyDalton_MP.
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Data from @NHSEngland reaffirms the continued success of locally delivered Stop Smoking Services. We must protect future generations from ever becoming addicted to this lethal product, laying the foundations for a healthier, more productive UK.
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Air pollution is a major public health issue. It can contribute to an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer and respiratory diseases. Active travel is one way to reduce air pollution caused by vehicles and it also improves physical activity.
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30,000 lives in the UK are cut short each year because of toxic air. It's time to change that and #MakeHealthEqual.
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🎙️The latest episode of #PublicHealth Spotlight, our video podcast made with @PublicHealth_PA, is now available. Listen to Helen Gollins talk about the variety of public health roles that led to her becoming DPH for.@TraffordCouncil. 👀Watch now➡️
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New research from @BiteBack2030 looks at how giant food and drink brands are using schools to market and sell their unhealthy products to children and young people👉 👀Read our full response➡️
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People everywhere, regardless of their income, postcode or background, should have access to the food that will help them – and the country as a whole – thrive.
THREAD.Northern regions have some of the poorest diets in England, putting them at risk of conditions such as obesity, hypertension and other preventable diseases, according to a new report released today backed by Hairy Biker @sikingofficial 1/12
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🎙️The first episode of Season 2 of our video podcast series, Public Health Spotlight, made in partnership with @PublicHealth_PA, will be available to watch on Thursday! This time, we hear from Helen Gollins, Director of Public Health @TraffordCouncil. #PublicHealth
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It is absolutely crucial to protect infants and give them the very best start in life as these early years shape future health.
From late September, the NHS will offer a new ‘suit of armour’ jab to protect around 7,000 premature and vulnerable babies from #RSV, a common virus that can cause serious illness. 👶🛡.🔗
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Following the rise in measles cases in London, the West Midlands, Greater Manchester and Merseyside, @DPH_MAshton, @ADPHUK Board Member, has talked about the underlying issues behind the headlines. 👀Read the full response➡️
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Read our submission to the Men's Health Strategy #consultation to find out why we are asking @DHSCgovuk to develop a strategy that addresses systemic inequality & helps create an environment where healthy behaviours are the easiest choice. 👀Read in full➡️
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We need a food environment that will provide gd food for generations to come so it is right that we address the impact of climate change on our food system as well as the quality of our food. For this plan to work, Gvt must commit to policy we know works➡️
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We’re driving a generational change in the nation’s relationship with food. 🍎. The #GoodFoodCycle sets out how our food strategy will get us eating healthier food, improve food security and make supply chains more sustainable, as part of the government’s Plan for Change
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New report from @TheKingsFund out today⬇️. Lowering the risk of CVD requires action on smoking, obesity and other determinants of health which requires closer working between ICSs and public health teams and will need to be backed up by bold action from national Government.
Our long read looks at the ways integrated care systems can provide a whole-system approach to CVD prevention. We suggest what’s needed at a primary care and national level to prioritise the shift from treating CVD illness to preventing it. Read it here:
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Yesterday, ADPH Vice President @AliceWiseman11 joined @health_equals in Parliament to raise awareness of the unacceptable gap in life expectancy across the country and call for cross-government action on improving the basic building blocks of health.🏡👩💼🌳🚲🚗. #makehealthequal
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Measles can be a very serious illness and best protection against measles is the MMR vaccine, which is safe, effective, free, and been used for over 50 years.
#Measles is still common in many parts of the world. The #MMR vaccine protects against it - you need two doses for full protection. Check your vaccination status and catch up and missed doses via your GP. 📱👩⚕️
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It is important that people have access to affordable, nutritious food to help them live healthier and happier lives.
📈 Latest National Diet and Nutrition Survey data shows:. 🔹 Fewer than one in ten 11-18 year-olds eating their five-a-day .🔹 Just 4% of adults meeting the recommended fibre intake. Read more: @UKHSA @DHSCgovuk
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