Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH)
@ADPHUK
Supporting Directors of Public Health (DsPH) across UK to improve and protect health and reduce inequalities
📣Read our weekly round up of #Publichealth #Consultations here ➡️ bit.ly/phconsultation…
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. bit.ly/4meuQCz
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. bit.ly/416xUID
🎙️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➡️bit.ly/4nZ0O7r
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👉bit.ly/3TUduyJ. 👀Read our full response➡️ bit.ly/4fcVNEw
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 thenhsa.co.uk/2025/07/poor-d… 1/12
🎙️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
@ADPHUK President, @felly500, is quoted in the latest issue of @lgcplus. “One of my biggest fears for ICBs as they develop is that there will be less and less anchorage to the place-based nature of running the NHS and social care system."
What does ICB reform mean for local government? lgcplus.com/services/healt…
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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. 👶🛡 🔗 england.nhs.uk/2025/07/nhs-to…
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➡️bit.ly/3GzwC26
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➡️bit.ly/45gHudB
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➡️bit.ly/4lwwHCG
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
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: kingsfund.org.uk/insight-and-an…
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
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. 📱👩⚕️
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: bit.ly/3IqOVXC @UKHSA @DHSCgovuk
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In a recent debate in @UKParliament on alcohol and cancer MPs call for better awareness, clear labelling, and a national strategy to curb rising harm. We must increase public awareness of the link between drinking alcohol and becoming seriously ill. bit.ly/4kydXS3
In the most recent issue of @lgcplus @ADPHUK President @felly500 reflects on the delay to the junk food ad ban. To reduce the numbers of people dying from avoidable disease industry voices must be taken out of the equation and the advertising ban should be introduced as planned.
Greg Fell: Junk food ad ban delay harms health lgcplus.com/services/healt…