We welcome Yvette Cooper as the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care. It has never been more important to ensure that public health remains at the heart of policymaking. 🧵 👇️

Good growth can’t happen without good health. As the UK welcomes a new Prime Minister, it has never been more important to ensure that public health remains at the centre of UK and devolved policymaking.

The shortlist for the 2026 RSPH Health & Wellbeing Awards has been announced 🥳 From using theatre to improve health to tackling gambling related harm, this year’s nominees represent a range of public health initiatives. 👀 Find out who was nominated: www.rsph.org.uk/news/shortli...

We are pleased to see that millions of care workers in England will be represented in negotiations on pay and working conditions through a new Fair Pay Agreement. 🧵 👇️

Yesterday we welcomed members to our offices for our annual Member's Open Day ✨️ The event provided the opportunity for members to meet each other in person, find out more about our work and hear from our team. Thank you to everyone who attended – we hope you had a brilliant time.

We are looking for a special issue of our journal on work, welfare and health. With 2.8 million people economically inactive due to illness or disability, poor health is a key concern for many workplaces. Submit your paper by 30 November 2026 👇️ www.sciencedirect.com/special-issu...

We are looking forward to welcoming members to our offices next week for our annual Member's Open Day! 👋 Spaces are fully booked up, but if you'd like to join us next year why not consider becoming a member? ➡️ Find out more and join today: www.rsph.org.uk/become-a-mem...

Want to progress your career in public health? 🧑‍⚕️ Our Diploma in Occupational Medicine will give you the targeted support you need to advance your career in occupational health. 📍 Online 📅 28 September - 9 October Book your space now: www.rsph.org.uk/events/diplo...

There's still time to sign up to take our free public health training! Designed for people who work with children, their parents or caregivers, the training will teach you to incorporate conversations about flu vaccines into everyday conversations ⬇️ www.surveymonkey.com/r/CCV5K3D

Help shape the future of public health skills 📣 DHSC are inviting public health colleagues to help draft the UK Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework review. Fill out the survey below by 16 July to contribute. forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

"It is economically illiterate to not address health inequalities." 🗣️ We often make the health case for tackling health inequalities – but what about the economic one?

We are looking for people who work with children, their parents or caregivers in England to take our public health training for free! The training, valued at £175, will teach you to incorporate conversations about flu vaccines into everyday conversations. Register 👇 www.surveymonkey.com/r/CCV5K3D

Is ignoring health inequality "economically illiterate"? We explore in the latest episode of our podcast with Professor Bola Owolabi CBE 👇

What will make the biggest contribution to improving the public’s health in the next 10 years? 💭 That's the question we're asking our student members to answer in this year's Student Essay Competition. 📖 Find out more and submit your essay by 1 September 2026 here: www.rsph.org.uk/our-work/pub...

Vaccines work. There is now a close to zero risk of cervical cancer death for children vaccinated against HPV at age 12-13. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Today our Chief Exec spoke to @londonassembly.bsky.social about how we can make high streets in London healthier. From access to healthy to better transport infrastructure, William spoke about the building blocks we need to make our high streets places where people and economies can thrive.

📱 We welcome the government's focus on strengthening regulation to address online harms and protect young people's health. RSPH has long highlighted the impact that social media and online environments can have on mental wellbeing. ⬇️

In our journal collection on future health protection challenges, we take a look at the lessons learned from COVID-19 to understand how we can better safeguard the public in the years to come. 📖 Read the collection or submit your own paper: www.sciencedirect.com/special-issu...

The climate crisis is a public health crisis. As global temperatures continue to rise, the impacts on our health are becoming impossible to ignore. Our online course can help you to improve your health and your impact on the environment at the same time 👇 www.rsph.org.uk/qualificatio...

We're looking for submissions for our annual Student Essay Competition! ✍️ We want to hear your thoughts on what will make the biggest contribution to improving the public’s health in the next 10 years. Find out more and submit your essay by 1 September 👇 www.rsph.org.uk/our-work/pub...

Join us for a free webinar on 28 October to discuss the management of healthcare associated water incidents. We will be joined by microbiologists and infection control doctors to explore investigations control measures and communication strategies 👇

Last week we saw record high temperatures 🌡️ This is not normal. It is a direct result of climate change.

New podcast episode 📣 We sit down with Jonathan Van-Tam, former Deputy Chief Medical Officer and one of the most respected names in British public health to discuss his career, vaccines and pandemics. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts: shows.acast.com/rsph-present...

Employers who invest in workplace health support see the benefits: boosted productivity, lower absence rates and improved employee satisfaction. That's why we set up the Heath & Work Network to bring together employers who are dedicated to workplace health ⬇️ www.rsph.org.uk/services-res...

The last month has shown that progress on health is possible. Recent changes like the Tobacco and Vapes Bill are great stepping stones towards a healthier future 👏 But our health continues to hang in the balance, and our workforce is facing more pressure than ever.

New research: What makes public health messaging effective at influencing behaviour? 💬 A first-of-its-kind study published in our journal has explored how who delivers a health message and how it is presented influences behaviour around COVID-19 ⬇️

We welcome Angela Constance as the new Health Secretary for Scotland. Earlier this year, we signed the NCD Alliance manifesto for the Scottish Government, calling for action on harmful products like alcohol and tobacco. We look forward to working with the new Health Secretary to make this happen.

We would like to extend our congratulations to James Murray on his appointment as Health Secretary. Public health must be prioritised if we want to see a healthier future for all. We look forward to working with the new Health Secretary to achieve this.

Did you know that you can join RSPH as a member? Membership gives you access to a range of benefits to support your professional development and connect you with the public health community. Be part of the legacy that continues to shape the future of public health ➡️ www.rsph.org.uk/become-a-mem...

One week left to book your free space for our upcoming webinar on pregnancy in a warming world 🌏️ This webinar brings together scientists, practitioners, and political leaders to explore how rising temperatures affect maternal health and what we can do about it.

New figures published by the ONS show 9,809 people died from conditions caused by alcohol across the UK in 2024. Prof Sir Ian Gilmore has called on the government to act on it's responsibility and introduce a national alcohol strategy that matches the scale of the problem. ahauk.org/news/ons-alc...

The social care workforce is vital to preventing ill health, but the workforce are facing serious challenges. A lack of support, inconsistent training and poor working conditions has led to low retention and worsening health outcomes. We're aiming to change this 👇

Today, new ONS data has revealed that 148 million working days were lost due to sickness absence last year, costing the economy £141 billion. Here are the headlines ⬇️

The Tobacco and Vapes Bill has received Royal Assent, which means it is now law 🎉 Here's what you need to know 🧵 👇

"Anyone who is selling you a quick fix...it's not going to give you that sustainable, long term health." We were joined by presenter and health expert Shakira Akabusi on the latest episode of our podcast for a conversation about women's health 👇 shows.acast.com/rsph-present...

On 20 May, we'll be joined by experts to explore how rising temperatures affect maternal health - and what we can do to protect pregnancies in a warming world. Book your free space 👇

New research from alliance members, @rsph.bsky.social ⬇️ This aligns with @ageuklondon.bsky.social's research showing that in the last decade, three times as many public toilets have been closed by local authorities as have been opened. London continues to be a hotspot for loo deserts...

📊 Our latest research has revealed that there are over 15,000 people for every public toilet in England. This isn't good enough. We need to create places that people want to spend their time in. Offering proper public toilet provision is part of that.

On 20 May, we'll be joined by experts to explore how rising temperatures affect maternal health - and what we can do to protect pregnancies in a warming world. Book your free space 👇

Today is a landmark moment: the two-child limit has been scrapped! 450,000 children will be lifted out of poverty. This is a vital step toward building a healthier future for the next generation.

There are only a few hours left to apply for the Health & Wellbeing Awards! If you're thinking of applying and haven't already, make sure you submit your application by 17:00 today to be in with a chance of winning. www.rsph.org.uk/our-work/rsp...

We're working with Pfizer Ltd. to launch a new Commission on Access to Vaccines. Bringing together UK health experts, the Commission will explore why access levels are falling across the country and how we can reform delivery. www.rsph.org.uk/news/health-...

Movement is crucial for good health and wellbeing. Yet it is often left out of healthcare referrals. Alongside Good Boost, we have published a new report exploring how physical activity can be embedded into healthcare referral pathways. Here's what it found 🧵 👇

This week is your last chance to apply to be our new Head of External Affairs! Applications close on Friday 27 March at 09:00. Find out more and apply here: www.rsph.org.uk/vacancies/he...

There's only one more week left to apply for our Health & Wellbeing Awards! If you're thinking about applying, make sure you get your application in by 17:00 on Friday 27 March. You can download the application pack and guidance notes on our website: www.rsph.org.uk/our-work/rsp...

On 25th March, @local.gov.uk, @nhsconfed.org and @adass.bsky.social are holding a webinar on the new Neighbourhood Health Framework and what it means for local areas. The webinar will highlight progress being made and will include a Q&A 💬 Book your space: lgaevents.local.gov.uk/lga/frontend...

Pest control is crucial to protecting the public's health. But the sector is facing recruitment challenges. That's why today we have launched a new Careers Hub alongside the NPTA to encourage people to pursue a career in pest control 👇 www.rsph.org.uk/services-res...

There are just two weeks left to apply for the Health & Wellbeing Awards! ⭐️ If you haven't already, you have by 17:00 on 27 March to send in your application. Apply now 👇 www.rsph.org.uk/our-work/rsp...

On 24 June, we'll be running a webinar on waterborne pathogens in healthcare and how they affect patient safety. Book your free space now:

A smoke-free life starts with a smoke-free day. Today is No Smoking Day. Stopping smoking brings health benefits at any age. Even if you've tried to quite before, give it another go this No Smoking Day. #NSD2026 @ashorguk.bsky.social