Change4Life launches its first alcohol campaign
A nationwide Change4Life campaign, which launches tonight, warns people that drinking slightly over the lower-risk alcohol guidelines can seriously impact long-term health. The TV ad highlights that regularly drinking about 2 … Read more → - Change4Life launches its first alcohol campaign
Government launches its first ever national bowel cancer campaign
The Government’s first ever national cancer campaign to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer is launched today. Public awareness of the symptoms of bowel cancer is … Read more → - Government launches its first ever national bowel cancer campaign
Independent experts to help improve health results for children
An independent group of experts has been established to help develop a new strategy for improving care for children and young people. The ‘Children’s and Young People’s outcomes strategy’ will … Read more → - Independent experts to help improve health results for children
Estimating the prevalence of autism spectrum conditions in adults
Adults with a more severe learning disability also have a greater likelihood of having autism according to a report published on 31st January 2012 by the NHS Information Centre. The report … Read more → – Estimating the prevalence of autism spectrum conditions in adults
Government publishes response to health committee report on public health
The Government welcomes the House of Commons Health Committee’s report on public health and its endorsement of the Government’s intention to give greater prominence and priority to public health policy. The … Read more → – Government publishes response to health committee report on public health
Dangers of vitamin D deficiency highlighted
Following fresh concerns about vitamin D deficiency, the UK’s 4 Chief Medical Officers have written to health professionals reminding them about this issue. Figures show up to a quarter of … Read more → – Dangers of vitamin D deficiency highlighted
‘Keep Warm Keep Well’ leaflet gives advice on staying healthy in cold weather
During the cold weather, the Department of Health’s ‘Keep Warm Keep Well’ leaflet is a useful resource for the public, especially the over 60s, low-income families and people with a … Read more → – ‘Keep Warm Keep Well’ leaflet gives advice on staying healthy in cold weather
Amendments to Health and Social Care Bill published
The Government has tabled a series of amendments to the Health and Social Care Bill in advance of its Report Stage in the House of Lords, which begins next week. … Read more → – Amendments to Health and Social Care Bill published
