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.
PHE has released its annual drug and alcohol treatment statistics for 2015-16. This report brings together information on adults receiving specialist interventions for both drug and alcohol problems, recognising that many people experience problems with more than one substance – so …
1.The human cost of obesity is huge We can’t ignore the harm obesity causes. Very overweight children face bullying, low self-esteem and school absence. And we know that very overweight children are more likely to become overweight adults so it’s …
Understanding the costs associated with cancer is vital in order that resources are used for maximum effect. And investing in prevention and early intervention is critical if we are going to reduce the emotional and physical impact of cancer on …
If you’re a teacher or school nurse, or you work in an educational setting, you have the opportunity to educate young people about one of the biggest health threats we face globally - antimicrobial resistance. Our antibiotics are under threat. …
Deaths caused by drug misuse are rising. In order to help us take effective action we need to better understand the multiple and complex causes behind this disturbing trend. Last year, Public Health England and the Local Government Association convened …
It may be surprising to hear that the disease most feared by people aged over 55 in the UK is dementia – ahead of cancer, heart attack and stroke. With symptoms including memory loss and difficulties with thinking or language, …
In April 2013 local authorities took over public health responsibilities, welcoming the role and celebrating that public health was ‘coming home’. And indeed it was. Public health has never been just about health care nor is it just about public …
We know overweight and obesity levels are higher in children from poorer neighbourhoods, and it’s concerning to see new analysis which shows that there are more fast food outlets in many of these deprived areas on average. The chart below …
The warnings about climate change and the dangers that it poses to our environment and public health have been known about for decades. Of late, the pertinent question has shifted from 'are we doing anything?' to 'are we doing enough?' At a …
Welcome to the latest edition of Health Matters, a resource for public health professionals and their partners, which focuses on reducing the number of cases of tuberculosis (TB) in England. TB is often regarded as a disease of Victorian England that was eradicated …
