Category Archives: Better Lives

Flu Mythbusting

Posted on October 9, 2018 by

  Flu season is nearly upon us and the best way to protect yourself is to get vaccinated before the end of November. Vaccines are one of the greatest public health innovations in recent history and no other medical intervention has … Continue reading →

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Leeds Community builders – yes, we can!

Posted on September 17, 2018 by

You may have heard of asset-based community development (ABCD) which identifies the existing skills, talents and capacities of people and their communities to encourage change and development from within; the community’s strengths instead of its needs. The assumption is that, … Continue reading →

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Grant launch evidence of Leeds commitment to suicide prevention

Posted on September 11, 2018 by

On World Suicide Prevention Day, Leeds was home to a range of activity as many in the city played their part raising the profile of suicide prevention, mental health stigma and the range of work delivered by organisations across the … Continue reading →

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Leeds – one of the best cities for health and wellbeing – hosts King’s Fund conference

Posted on July 20, 2018 by

As Leeds is rated as one of the best cities for health and wellbeing, it was the obvious choice to host a major conference looking at how healthy populations can be sustained in a world where for the first time … Continue reading →

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Money on your mind – the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute visit Leeds

Posted on July 20, 2018 by

People experiencing mental health problems find it much harder to choose, use and pay for essential services like water, broadband, energy and financial products and as a result  are three times more likely to be in problem debt. Just one … Continue reading →

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The Big Seven-O – #NHS70

Posted on July 5, 2018 by

This year we have seen the huge popularity of the NHS celebrated as we mark its 70th anniversary. On the day we celebrate that birthday, Councillor Rebecca Charlwood, Leeds City Council Executive Member for Adults and Health, highlights thoughts about … Continue reading →

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Nobody Left Behind

Posted on June 18, 2018 by

The latest annual report from Dr Ian Cameron, Leeds Director of Public Health, makes for fascinating reading. Warning of challenging times for Leeds health, he focuses on a key areas for concern and highlights recommendations for improving progress. Continue reading →

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