In this blog, we will explore the role of pathogen genomics in UK biosecurity and how we are developing our genomic systems to better protect public health in the UK.
Reducing health inequalities means giving everyone the same opportunities to lead a healthy life, no matter where they live or who they are.
We are delighted to publish our Health Profile for England, a landmark piece of work for PHE, using our data and knowledge to tell a story about the health of England’s population.
There’s a wonderfully simple but startling timeline on the British Library website – a potted history of the campaign for better public health in Britain which is rather sensationally, but fittingly, entitled “Filth and Fever”. The surprise is the shortness …
For young people who are affected by child sexual exploitation (CSE), the consequences can be profound and long-lasting.
Obesity is caused by a complex set of personal, social and environmental factors. It can come with a number of associated health consequences, all of which can have a huge impact on the individual, as well as the people around …
An individual’s journey towards self-awareness and self-identification of their sexual orientation or gender identity can happen at different stages of life.
Dear everyone Vaccination is second only to clean water in saving and preserving life and is at the heart of an effective public health system. This matters just as much in an affluent society, but may sometimes be forgotten. Since …
We know that the environment we live in has a huge impact on our health. But did you know the WHO estimates that 23% of global deaths are due to modifiable environmental factors?
Lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans individuals, like anyone, will experience mental health challenges and distress during their lifetime. However the evidence both from the UK and internationally highlights increased levels of common mental health problems, such as depression, anxiety and …
Too often the discussion of lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans (LGBT) health inequalities doesn’t drill down enough to look at the needs of the individual communities.
