Multi-million pound boost for Liverpool’s active travel revolution
A trio of temporary cycle lanes in Liverpool, created during the Covid-19 pandemic, are set to be made permanent thanks to a multi-million pound funding boost.
Health
Illegal vapes seized in Liverpool
More than 1,800 illegal vapes with a street value of £22,000 have been seized in an operation involving Liverpool City Council’s Alcohol and Tobacco Unit, Merseyside Police and Public Health Liverpool.
STI testing advice following rise in cases
Public Health officials in Liverpool are urging residents to get tested regularly for sexually transmitted infections – and to use a condom, following the publication of new data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) showing a rise of more than 50% in confirmed cases.
BLOG: “I wish more people knew about the signs of ovarian cancer”
Gill is a fit and active member of the 5k Your Way group that runs the Princes parkrun on the last Saturday of every month, along with many others who have been affected by cancer. She is a very proud mum and grandmother and since her ovarian cancer diagnosis in 2021 she is a determined … Read more
Have a heart and dance to the Eurovision BEATie!
Dance your way to a healthier heart for Eurovision – that’s the message from health chiefs as Liverpool gears up for its biggest ever party. The council’s Public Health team is partnering with Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital and the Pumping Marvellous Foundation to encourage people enjoying EuroFestival and visiting the Eurovision Village to have … Read more
Royal College of Nursing industrial action
Royal College of Nursing (RCN) members plan to join strike action from 8pm this Sunday (30 April) until midnight on Bank Holiday Monday (1 May). Unlike previous action, union leaders have confirmed that this strike will involve nursing staff working in emergency departments, intensive care units, cancer care and other services that were previously exempt. … Read more
Parents urged to give their children a Healthy Start
GIVE your children a Healthy Start in life – that’s the message being given to Liverpool parents. Healthy Start is the national NHS-led scheme that supports eligible families to buy healthy food and milk for children under four – but over £750,000 of funding is not being claimed in Liverpool, with an estimated one in … Read more
Flagship Liverpool birth study opens for recruitment
A MAJOR birth cohort study launches today in the Liverpool City Region – and researchers are looking for 10,000 families to take part. Children Growing Up in Liverpool (C-GULL) is the first large-scale birth cohort study in the Liverpool City Region and will track first-born babies and their families from early in pregnancy through to … Read more
Remember to order your repeat prescriptions
People across Liverpool are being urged not to leave it too late to order their repeat prescriptions ahead of the Easter bank holiday weekend. The quickest way to make sure you get your repeat prescription in time for the Easter weekend is to download the NHS app, register and then order your repeat medication. You … Read more
Public Health’s Annual Report is now live
The final in a trilogy of reports detailing Liverpool’s Covid-19 journey has officially launched. This year’s PHAR not only reflects on the achievements made in the last 12 months – but remains a key tool in planning how health inequalities will be addressed, and health improvements made in the city. Although the Covid-19 pandemic shone … Read more
Dental decay in children has worsened
New statistics reveal a worrying decline in oral health, with 2 in 5 Liverpool children now showing evidence of dental decay. The dental survey which normally takes place every two years measures instances and severity of dental cavities amongst 5-year-olds attending mainstream schools in England. Survey data was collected in 2022 by NHS Trusts who … Read more
Blog: “Please can you stay on the phone and talk to me”
On the third National Day of Reflection (23 March) Julie Angelsea from Liverpool City Council’s Covid-19 team shares two very different experiences that will stay with her forever. *Please note that this blog contains details which some people may find upsetting. “The first story is one that I will never forget – and one I … Read more
New HIV support provider opens their doors to Liverpool residents
The Passionate about Sexual Health Partnership (PaSH Partnership) is now delivering sexual health and HIV interventions and support on behalf of Liverpool City Council. The Passionate about Sexual Health Partnership (PaSH Partnership) is a collaboration between BHA for Equality, George House Trust and LGBT Foundation. The partnership collectively holds decades of experience in the field … Read more
BLOG: “We have to invest in tackling health inequalities”
With the announcement of the Public Health Grant, Cllr Frazer Lake, Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet member for Health and Social Care, explains how this funding is used. “There’s been a lot of talk recently about the Council’s finances and how the budget is managed. One of the key elements in how we support residents, and … Read more
Blog: Women’s Hubs: “This is ground-breaking work and women are benefitting.”
With the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) launching a £25 million fund to support Women’s Hubs – Sexual & Reproductive Health Commissioning lead for Liverpool, James Woolgar tells us why this new fund is so vital, and how the city is already trailblazing in this field. “Many people will know that the Women’s … Read more
What does good health and wellbeing mean to you?
Liverpool’s Public Health team is hosting a free health and wellbeing event on Thursday 23 March – and everyone is welcome. From 10 am to 2.30pm, Liverpool Town Hall will be transformed into a health and wellbeing marketplace – providing a perfect opportunity for residents to pop in and learn more about the local services … Read more
Blog: “We need to get serious about our relationship with alcohol – individually and collectively”
With latest data revealing that Liverpool has high rates of alcohol dependency, Director of Public Health, Professor Matthew Ashton talks about alcohol harm, the support available for those struggling and how society needs to get serious about our relationship with alcohol. “It’s clear that alcohol plays a significant role in the lives of people in … Read more
Blog: “The chemicals in cigarette smoke is also causing damage to our brains”
As part of No Smoking Day (8 March) Advanced Public Health Practitioner, and the Smoking Cessation lead for Liverpool, Ian Canning shares the latest research, and how stopping smoking not only reduces the risk of developing illnesses like heart disease and cancer – but will reduce the risk of developing dementia. “Many people will already … Read more
Freedom of the City for Dame Lorna Muirhead
Dame Lorna DCVO DBE is to receive the Freedom of the City at a special ceremony on Thursday 2 March in recognition of her outstanding contribution to Midwifery in Liverpool. The Freedom of the City is the highest honour Liverpool can bestow upon an individual. Dame Lorna moved to Liverpool in 1964 with her husband … Read more
New ‘This Girl Can’ campaign launches in Liverpool
This Girl Can, Sport England’s award-winning campaign to help women get active, has turned its attention to tackling the exercise Enjoyment Gap, with a launch event in Liverpool kick-starting efforts to get more women exercising regularly and enjoying sport. A recent study from Sport England found 2.4 million fewer women than men strongly agree they … Read more