Abdul Razaq
@BWDDPH
Health is greatest asset. Time a precious commodity. Public's Health. DPH Blackburn with Darwen. Honorary Professor UCLAN. UKPHR 0230. Fellow @FPH, MIHPE
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The rise in deaths and criminal supply of nitrazenes into the UK is a worrying trend
#nitrazenes
#synthetic #opioids
bbc.co.uk/news/uk-687123…
GP Anisha went to her own GP after experiencing tummy pains and changes to her poo. After further tests, she was diagnosed with stage 3 bowel cancer.
Her tumour was completely removed, and she is now cancer-free!
#BowelCancerAwarenessMonth
Today, MPs vote on new laws to protect our future generations across the UK from the harmful effects of smoking and to tackle youth vaping.
The UK’s Chief Medical Officers explain why they're supporting our plans for a #SmokefreeGeneration 🔽
gov.uk/government/new…
'Smoking is the biggest single cause of preventable illness and death across the UK'
Jamie Waterall, Deputy Chief Nurse for England, spoke to #BBCBreakfast as MPs debate plans for some of the world's toughest anti-tobacco laws
bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politi…
#Frailty & lifestyle-related factors examined ( #exercise , diet, #sleep , #alcohol , #smoking & body composition)
2000+ ppl, over 17 years. Results = move more, eat well & try get enough sleep Amy Greenhalgh Vicky Shepherd Abdul Razaq refresh BwD Alison Abbott
academic.oup.com/ageing/article…
Congratulations BwD Public Health Abdul Razaq Julie Gunn on the publication and launch of #BwD strategy to reduce the impact of child poverty. I'm looking forward to seeing brave, innovative and creative solutions to the problems facing our communities! GRACE UCLan AP Smilestars
Our Tobacco and Vapes Bill will create a Smokefree Generation & strengthen measures to clamp down on underage sales of vapes.
Health Secretary Victoria Atkins visited Hillingdon Council and met trading standards officers to see the steps being taken to tackle illicit vaping products.
The historic Tobacco and Vapes Bill introduces measures to protect future generations from the harmful impacts of smoking and the many health problems it causes.
The UK’s Chief Medical Officers welcome new legislation around a #SmokefreeGeneration .
Read: gov.uk/government/new…
Today we're introducing the Tobacco and Vapes Bill to Parliament 🇬🇧
It's the biggest public health intervention in decades & will create the first #SmokefreeGeneration , as well as tackle youth vaping.
Minister for Public Health @AndreaLeadsom explains 👇
gov.uk/government/new…
For our final session of the day, we heard from our panel about the commercial determinants of health and how local areas are taking action:
👉Anna Brook, SPH registrar Anna Brook
👉Abdul Razaq, DPH Blackburn with Darwen Council Abdul Razaq
👉Andy Graham, CPH Gateshead Council
👉Chair: Gerry Taylor
Great finish to #LGAPublicHealth24 Day 2 hearing from Gerry Taylor DPH Sunderland UK, Anna Brook, PH Registrar, Abdul Razaq Blackburn with Darwen Council & Andy Graham, CPH Gateshead Council about how #PublicHealth teams work in partnership to tackle industry influence over our health & wellbeing.
Looking forward to discussing the impact of economic marginalisation on diverse ethnic communities in Lancashire and also talking about the process of co-producing research with them. GRACE UCLan Abdul Razaq LancashireBMENetwork
For our final session of day 2⃣, we'll hear from three areas on how they're taking action to address the commercial determinants of health.
👉Anna Brook, PH registrar Anna Brook
👉Abdul Razaq, DPH Blackburn with Darwen Council Abdul Razaq
👉Andy Graham, CPH Gateshead Council
👉Chair: Gerry Taylor
Cases of childhood infections like #measles and #whoopingcough are rising – but they can be prevented. #Immunisation is the best defence for children against many common illnesses. 🦠💉
Make sure your child is up to date and book any catch up appointments with your GP practice.