Curbs on junk food ads No 1 priority in fighting childhood obesity
(Guardian 12th Nov) “Group of 73 health and obesity experts call for ban before 9pm watershed, restrictions online and end of sports sponsorship. Dramatic curbs on the advertising of junk food and drink to children is the policy measure that will be most...
Suicide prevention inquiry – latest evidence available (8 Nov)
We recently published a news item about developing local action plans to prevent suicide. A suicide prevention inquiry has been announced. Plus, updates to the Government’s strategy papers are available: “The Health Committee has decided to undertake an...
Domestic violence and abuse
The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has developed new guidelines to help nurses and midwives identify and care for patients who have experienced domestic abuse. The resources are designed to assist nurses and midwives in supporting their patients and clients, but also...