The launch webinar of our new Smoking & Vaping SIG is taking place next month, with Rachel Johns and Alice Wiseman (Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH)). During this event, we will discuss and consider the priorities around this key public health issue. Register today. fph.org.uk/events-courses…

So For those GPs who have been holding back the tide, thank you For those that haven't, and those institutions that are facilitating and enabling unorganised screening (you know who you are), you are contributing to a system that harms men bjgpopen.org/content/8/2/BJ…

How has the alcohol industry tried to influence research? One clear example was the MACH trial, which was two-thirds funded by 5 alcohol giants, and had to be cancelled due to a biased design and influence of the industry funders.

I'm old now Old enough to remember the smoke free legislation Everything said today: End of the British boozer A fundamental assault on our freedoms and liberties World stops turning etc Was all said then Almost as if someone dusted off the BAT PR playbook and amplified it...

“It’s insidious” - Alcohol has been marketed over many decades as something that makes us feel more fun, glamorous & popular. Karen went through recovery from alcohol addiction. Watch her explain it through her eyes… 🔽 Alcohol Health Alliance UK Association of DsPH North East North East and North Cumbria NHS

NEW WORKING GROUP: We are looking for people with public involvement experience and an interest in how health research is funded to join a small working group. The deadline for applications is noon on Monday 9 September 2024. Find out more 👇 health.org.uk/article/public…

The launch event of the Faculty’s new Smoking & Vaping SIG is taking place next Monday! Register today to hear from Rachel Johns and Alice Wiseman (Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH)) and discuss the priorities around this key public health issue. fph.org.uk/events-courses…

🎙️Listen to our latest podcast with the Obesity Health Alliance' Alfie Slade, discussing the shared tactics of the alcohol, tobacco, and unhealthy food and drink industries🎙️ Links to podcast: ias.org.uk/podcast/killer…

"MUP could be a lifeline for pubs. "Cheap alcohol from supermarkets has turned us into a nation of home-drinkers...By setting a minimum price, the Government can level the playing field, making pubs a more attractive option" Prof Sir Ian Gilmore Alcohol Health Alliance UK telegraph.co.uk/opinion/2024/0…

Forthcoming FPH events; 🗓️[09/09] - Smoking and Vaping SIG: launch event 🗓️[10/09] - Transport poverty and health 🗓️[13/09] - FPH Bazalgette Lecture 🗓️[16/09] - Generalism in medical education Register via our website ➡️ fph.org.uk/events-courses…

A positive and compassionate speech this morning from Andrew Gwynne MP at the HIV Prevention England conference today signalling a real commitment to ending HIV transmission👏 English HIV and Sexual Health Commissioners Group Terrence Higgins Trust BASHH BHIVA Local Government Association (LGA) PrEPster

Addiction is an illness. Everyone's story is different, but they all deserve to be heard. We all know someone experiencing addiction or problems arising from alcohol. Before you judge, remember, Stigma Kills. North East and North Cumbria NHS NHS Addictions Provider Alliance #StigmaKills #SeeThePersonHearTheirStory

This The BMJ investigation reveals that more than half the members of the UK government’s Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) have conflicts of interest with food companies including Nestlé, Tate & Lyle, and the world’s largest ice cream producer: Unilever🧵

It is just plain old common sense (and fiscal sense) that investing in prevention is necessary to help reduce the long-term cost of treatment and to maintain a sustainable health and social care service. We will follow with interest. Andrew Gwynne MP Health Service Journal Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH)

'One of the things we've introduced is a ban on advertising for junk food on council owned premises' Professor Matt Ashton, Liverpool's Director of Public Health, spoke to #BBCBreakfast about a ban on junk food adverts being shown on TV before 9pm bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Watch Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) Board Member, and Director of Public Health for Liverpool City Council, Prof Matt Ashton FFPH speak to BBC Breakfast about the advertising ban on unhealthy food and drink on Council owned property in Liverpool - a measure that many councils are introducing to help tackle obesity⬇️

Those with a vested interest in profit from unhealthy commodities shouldn’t get anywhere near shaping health policy! You would never have a public health expert advising industry on sales of alcohol… it’s not our expertise and we have a vested interest in reducing sales!

Chris Snowdon from Institute of Economic Affairs was put straight by our Director @willprochaska on BBC Sunday Morning Live today.

1/Alcohol harm is rising nationally. We need evidence-based action to reduce impact at a national level - It is needed now more than ever.

Today our team ⁦⁦Office for Health Improvement and Disparities⁩ North East spent a wonderful day ⁦⁦volunteering Stepney Bank Stables⁩. A charity for young people using horses to develop confidence, self esteem & teamwork.