Spending time in nature boosts children's mental health - especially for those from low-income families 🌳🌻 New paper by Places and Health gla.ac.uk/news/headline_… #nature #mentalhealth #greenspace #equigenesis

Transport has a key role to play in tackling poverty. This month's #SustainableTransportCPG focused on this very issue. See the discussion our website 👇 transform.scot/2024/06/19/how…

Delighted to see this briefing launched - highlighting the evidence informed impacts (positive and negative) between different modes of transport and health 🚶🏼‍♀️👨🏽‍🦽🚲🚌🚉🚗 Great animation too, please help to share ⬇️⬇️⬇️

ScotPHO is undertaking a user survey to better understand how its products are used as well as what its perceived strengths and weaknesses are. The results will be used to inform the development of a new strategy. Access the survey here: forms.office.com/pages/response…

Imagine a future where all places look like this......wouldn't it be wonderful 🚲🚶🏼‍♀️🌎 #activetravel #cycling #placemaking #health #wellbeing Sustrans Scotland

Are you a planning specialist who would like to explore ways to improve public health? Nesta in partnership with Public Health Scotland are looking for someone to join a paid residency to support positive changes to the food environment in Scotland. nesta.org.uk/procurement-an…

Please join us for this exciting webinar on #childpoverty & the associated health impact and health inequalities. Hear from key speakers & practitioners from NHS Scotland who are using innovative approaches to tackle child poverty. Child Poverty Webinar (office.com)

New study provides evidence of physical and mental health benefits of active commuting, with strongest benefits seen for cyclists. Paper -bmjpublichealth.bmj.com/content/2/1/e0… #cycletowork #walktowork

Didn't get a chance to read our research on the health benefits of pedestrian and cyclist commuting yet? We've summarised the findings in this infographic. You can find the full journal article here: bmjpublichealth.bmj.com/content/2/1/e0…

Land use planners🤝public health practitioners Having a shared ambition to improve health & wellbeing & reduce health inequalities⚕️🫂🌍 But how can this work in practice? This briefing provides practical guidance that allows both sides to work together: bit.ly/4b0EvXG

The Faculty is hosting a webinar to discuss transport poverty, why it matters for health, and how public health professionals might help mitigate its impacts. Register now to hear from Public Health Scotland Consultant Margaret Douglas and other speakers on 10 September. fph.org.uk/events-courses…

Calling all Scottish Young Planners – opportunity to attend a free Design Class on ‘Getting Practical with Gender Sensitive Placemaking’ in Glasgow on 22 August 2024 (1:00pm - 9:30pm). For more information, see attached flyer or visit our Linkedin here: bit.ly/3yBcXuv

Subscribe to our new podcast! Evidence for climate policy in Scotland discusses climate change research relevant to policy. Listen to the intro episode now for info on what to expect. Episode 1 with Dr Kate Donovan out next week: climatexchange.org.uk/news/podcast/ #podcast #letsdonetzero

The Place and Wellbeing Outcomes are key features for delivering Scotland’s local living and 20-minute neighbourhood ambition 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🚶🏘️🌲 This briefing looks at the evidence behind the MOVEMENT theme, specifically the linkages between transport and health: bit.ly/3KOt767

An amazing opportunity to join Public Health Scotland Food & Physical Activity Team as a Senior Health Improvement Officer (Physical Activity); NHS Band 6, F/T permanent. Closing 28 Aug 2024. Apply now! apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?…

PLEASE SHARE: Senior Health Improvement Officer at Public Health Scotland EXCITING OPPORTUNITY: in the Population Health & Wellbeing Directorate within the Health Equity & Inclusion Service LEARN MORE: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?… #PublicHealth #Vacancy #HealthEquity #HealthInclusion

**New job role advertised** Research Assistant in Schools and Community Cycling (645426) 0.6FTE for 9 months Enquires to Deirdre M Harrington strathvacancies.engageats.co.uk/Vacancies/W/70…

Call for applications for 2024/25 The National Centre for Remote and Rural Health and Care is offering funding for NHS primary care practitioners to conduct research or evaluation appropriate to remote and rural health and care in Scotland. Read more nes.scot.nhs.uk/.../funding-op…

#CatchtheBusMonth is the perfect time to support your local community-owned bus service 🚍 Glenfarg #CommunityTransport's 55 Bus to Perth has been thriving and today they're launching a new route from Kinross to Tillicoultry! 🚐 #GetOnBoard #CommunitySolutions

Less local traffic. Lower emissions. Less pollution. Less noise. Better physical health. Better mental health. Better mood. Happier. Better school performance. Less public cost. Less space needed. Let kids ride. #LetKidsRide #BackToSchool Via @TomFlood1