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The UK's professional membership body for #publichealth. We work with our members to protect and improve health for all. www.fph.org.uk

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Nominations for new Local Board Members for Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the North East, South East and South West of England, close Friday 30 January.

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30.01.2026 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The Bristol Declaration on healthy transport highlights how the UK’s current transport system is harming public health, and sets out key actions to shift towards healthier, more sustainable ways of moving and connecting.

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30.01.2026 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

The FPH Children & Young People SIG and the British Association for Child and Adolescent Public Health are hosting an online webinar on child health on Wednesday 28 January.

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30.01.2026 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Have you registered for our post-COP Mini series: Adaptation and the wider role of all Public Health sectors?

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30.01.2026 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

FPH now has Wellbeing Champions in every UK region, helping to highlight the systemic factors shaping workforce wellbeing.

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30.01.2026 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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#5FromFPH – Five highlights from the Faculty and our partners this week as we work together to support Better Health For All, leaving no one behind.

30.01.2026 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Strategic vision - Together we can: our 10-year strategy to 2035 - What we do and how we work - About us - Public Health Scotland Our vision for a healthier, fairer Scotland

Public Health Scotland has published its long-term strategy which sets out a clear and ambitious direction for improving and protecting the health and wellbeing of people across Scotland.

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29.01.2026 15:36 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A few of our FPH events ahead.

πŸ“… [04/02/26] - Poverty, housing, and healthy places

πŸ“… [09/02/26] - Experiences of women living with neurodiversity in Staffordshire

πŸ“… [10/02/26] - Poverty and Health: The Role of Primary Care

Register and see more www.fph.org.uk/events-cours...

29.01.2026 09:47 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Work with us - FPH Join our team to help us improve people's lives

Now recruiting: FPH Local Board Members.

Nominations are open for representatives from Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the North East, South East and South West of England.

Closing date: 30 January️ www.fph.org.uk/about-fph/wo...

28.01.2026 09:18 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Bristol Declaration on healthy transport The Faculty of Public Health,Β theΒ Royal Society of Public Health and partners are supporting the Bristol Declaration - calling for the transformation of the UK to a place where healthy transport optio...

Transport shapes how we live and connect, but the UK’s current system is harming public health.

FPH, RSPH and partners are backing the Bristol Declaration - calling for action to shift the UK towards healthier, more sustainable transport.

View more www.fph.org.uk/news/bristol...

27.01.2026 11:17 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 9    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2
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Child health webinar The Faculty of Public Health's Children & Young People SIG/The British Association for Child and Adolescent Public Health is hosting hosting an online webinar on child health. This session will explo...

Join us on 28 January for an online webinar on child health, hosted by FPH’s Children & Young People SIG/BACAPH.

Featuring Dr Lucy Pickard Sullivan, the event will explore individual medicine, population health, and integrated care for children in South East London.

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27.01.2026 09:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Post-COP Mini series: Adaptation and the wider role of all Public Health sectors This session continues the learning from COP to build interest and action in adaptation to reduce the health impacts of climate shocks and stressors, and related widening of health inequalities.

Join us for our post-COP Mini series: Adaptation and the wider role of all Public Health sectors on Wednesday, 11 February.

Register and see more www.fph.org.uk/events-cours...

26.01.2026 10:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Workforce Wellbeing In line with theΒ Faculty's Focus Areas for ActionΒ andΒ in agreement with theΒ FPH Board, the purpose of the Faculty’s Wellbeing work is to support the creation of a resilient, diverse, and inclusive pub...

The Faculty’s wellbeing initiative now has Champions in every UK region.

They highlight systemic factors, share resources and advocate for better job quality.

Last year, our Champions published a series of Wellbeing Spotlights with insights, actions and resources.
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26.01.2026 09:15 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

New report from the APPG on Osteoporosis and Bone Health show that too often patients are given a diagnosis, but no ongoing support.
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23.01.2026 14:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

The Faculty of Public Health’s wellbeing initiative continues to grow, with Wellbeing Champions now in every UK region.
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23.01.2026 14:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Millions of children are still living in poverty, with serious consequences for their health.
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23.01.2026 14:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

FPH supports urgent action to protect children from the health harms of mobile phone use.
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23.01.2026 14:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Join us for the launch of FPH’s new SIG: Pandemic Preparedness and Response on 28 January 2026.
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23.01.2026 14:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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#5FromFPH – Five highlights from the Faculty and our partners this week as we work together to support Better Health For All, leaving no one behind.

23.01.2026 14:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Osteoporosis affects millions, but diagnosis alone isn’t enough.

A new report from the APPG on Osteoporosis and Bone Health, co-chaired by Sonia Kumar, published today show that too often patients are given a diagnosis but no ongoing support.

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22.01.2026 14:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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A few of our FPH events ahead!

πŸ“… [28/01/26] - Launch of the Pandemic Preparedness and Response SIG

πŸ“… [28/01/26] - Child health webinar

πŸ“… [04/02/26] - Poverty, housing, and healthy places

Register and see more➑️ www.fph.org.uk/events-cours...

22.01.2026 09:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Buddy Scheme for Consultants The FPH buddy scheme is an informal network which aims to pair up consultants looking for a friendly source of advice with experienced public health professionals who are keen to support their colleag...

Are you an FPH Member or Fellow?

Your insights can make a real difference and provide guidance and support to public health consultants in early stages of their career.

The FPH is currently recruiting volunteers for our flexible and informal peer-support network.

www.fph.org.uk/professional...

21.01.2026 14:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Workforce Wellbeing In line with theΒ Faculty's Focus Areas for ActionΒ andΒ in agreement with theΒ FPH Board, the purpose of the Faculty’s Wellbeing work is to support the creation of a resilient, diverse, and inclusive pub...

The Faculty’s wellbeing initiative now has Champions in every UK region.

They highlight systemic factors, share resources and advocate for better job quality.

Last year, our Champions published a series of Wellbeing Spotlights with insights, actions and resources.
www.fph.org.uk/professional...

21.01.2026 10:40 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Child poverty strategy: Bold commitments and binding targets are essential for health equity To protect the health of children now and in the future, the medical profession must continue to advocate for action Child poverty is a fundamental driver of ill health that has been rising in recent...

The Faculty of Public Health is calling for meaningful action on child poverty. Recent steps are welcome, but with millions of children still affected, much more is needed to protect their health and future.

Read more www.bmj.com/content/392/...

20.01.2026 16:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

If you’re a public health professional considering your next career move, or an organisation looking to recruit, the FPH Careers Board offers a wide range of opportunities across the sector.

Explore current vacancies or post a job here: careers.fph.org.uk

20.01.2026 09:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Faculty of Public Health supports urgent action to protect children from the health harms of mobile phone use As a member of the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges the Faculty of Public Health supportsΒ callsΒ from senior medical leaders across the UKΒ to recogniseΒ risks posed by children’s mobile phone use and t...

The Faculty of Public Health supports action to protect children from the health harms of mobile phone use and urges the Government to introduce stronger protections to reduce children’s exposure to harmful online content and better safeguard their health.

www.fph.org.uk/news/the-fac...

19.01.2026 16:36 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Launch of the Pandemic Preparedness and Response SIG Launch event for the Pandemic Preparedness and Response SIG with high profile speakers from across the UK, setting out their views for the big questions in this space.

FPH has launched a new SIG: Pandemic Preparedness & Response.

To mark the launch, join our online event with the CMOs of Wales & Scotland to explore big questions for pandemic preparedness in 2026.

Register www.fph.org.uk/events-cours...

19.01.2026 15:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

Have you read our new blog - Mental Health is Made in Communities?

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16.01.2026 15:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Check out upcoming FPH events & register!

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16.01.2026 15:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

FPH shares the General Medical Council's commitment to a health system where every professional can thrive.

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16.01.2026 15:06 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

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