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…

New #SPHR research led by Yanaina Chavez-Ugalde has found adolescents in the UK consume around 66% of their calories from UPFs and that more disadvantaged groups consume more UPFs sphr.nihr.ac.uk/news-and-event… National Institute for Health and Care Research BristolUniCPH MRC Epidemiology Unit #UltraProcessedFoods #PublicHealth

🆕 We've published a consensus statement with the Scottish Directors of Public Health that outlines the urgent need to improve the health and wellbeing of Scotland’s population through decisive action to improve diet and weight. View it here: publichealthscotland.scot/news/2024/augu…

It has become more normal to eat lunch or dinner out, so it’s important to consider a healthy balance. Visit our Eat Well Your Way resource for more information on taking small manageable steps to eating healthier at: bit.ly/4eWbvDl #EatWellYourWay #HealthierEating

New study reveals young people in Scotland feel overly exposed to unhealthy food ads, impacting their eating habits. Findings suggest a need for stronger legislation to curb this exposure & promote healthier choices. Learn more: doi.org/10.18103/mra.v… #EndJunkFoodMarketing

In some areas, over 50% of children in our classrooms are now living with overweight. Department of Health and Social Care rightly point the need to shift our focus & investment from just treatment, to include prevention too. This will ease the strain on the NHS and help people to live well for longer.

📰 Responding to calls for additional funding to boost the public health grant, Adam Briggs says that more is needed to tackle childhood obesity. Read more in The Times and The Sunday Times (£-walled) 👇 thetimes.com/uk/politics/ar…

The STOP - EU childhood obesity project project launched a set of policy briefs with World Health Organization (WHO) to help policymakers implement priority policies to prevent childhood obesity. ➡️ Check them out here: stopchildobesity.eu/policy-briefs/

What exactly are processed and ultra-processed foods, and should we really be worried? We’ve put together some facts to guide you on your journey to a healthier, balanced diet. To discover the 5 key facts, head to our website at: bit.ly/3T2Oup6

Multinationals such as Danone and Nestlé are profiting from the manufacture of ultra-processed foods while simultaneously investing in products to counter their effects, such as weight-loss drugs and medical food for diabetics. Obesity as a business model. ftm.eu/articles/obesi…

Last month the Urban ReLeaf citizen science project launched in Dundee which invites everyone to share their perceptions and observations of parks in the city. Read the case study here and get involved 👇 sustainabledundee.co.uk/case-studies/u… Urban ReLeaf #SustainableDundee

Call for evidence 📣 Nesta & Ethos Foundation are gathering evidence on what makes an effective and sustainable system of support for families during pregnancy and the early years. If you're an expert in early years, we'd like to hear from you bit.ly/3WYVXGW

We have advocated for the end of junk food sports sponsorship for well over a decade. The pressure is finally mounting. Please consider signing this petition. kickbigsodaout.org

Pupils from Rowantree Primary School in Dundee took part in a poster design project to raise awareness of the impact of smoking and vaping. Read more about the project here: tinyurl.com/2ubvdh95

Join us! 🫶 Can we spread messages of hope & kindness across Dundee for #SuicidePreventionWeek Go for a walk, share some love & talk. Talking can make a huge difference 💖 #StartTheConversation #DundeeChalkTheWalk2024

Please find the September Youth Voice Newsletter, please share. sway.cloud.microsoft/GFBb5ySSIFcxS2…

Our latest newsletter is out now! Featuring amongst others@TaysideContract Tayside Regional Improvement Collaborative AngusCPP Angus Active Schools Dundee ActiveSchools PhotographyCorner sway.cloud.microsoft/qlGNhvFNmkgfOZ…

The new #Darzi report shows that children from most deprived backgrounds are now 2x as likely to have obesity by age 5, & 1 in 3 has obesity by age 11 in the poorest communities. We need to do so much more to improve affordability, availability and appeal of healthier food.

Incredible investigation by George Greenwood The Times and The Sunday Times reveals how many fast food restaurants are deliberately targeting schools in England and Wales. In Tower Hamlets, as many as 10 outlets within 400m of some schools, setting children up for an unhealthy life. #PowerToPlaces

💭 Why does #Finland always top the global league tables for happiness? Govt health advisor Sirpa Sarlio credits the positive impact of #FreeSchoolMeals on building a healthy society. Listen in full: tinyurl.com/yztp9cmy Sheila Dillon The Food Programme