Celebrating the achievements of Chris Boardman CBE

Chris Boardman CBE has been awarded our most prestigious award at the RSPH Health & Wellbeing Awards. Our CEO, William Roberts, reflects on his achievements.

2024 RSPH Health & Wellbeing Awards winners announced

The winners were announced at an awards ceremony today.

New research shows parents want clearer information about vaccines amid falling uptake amongst children

As vaccine uptake falls, our new report emphasises the importance of bringing information to local places such as schools, libraries, or drop-in sessions with GPs.

NHS and RSPH launch Violence Prevention and Reduction eLearning for NHS Staff

The eLearning was developed to address an identified training need for staff and it will also bridge a knowledge gap for those embarking on RSPH’s Violence Prevention and Reduction (VPR) educational pathway.

What does the Autumn 2024 Budget mean for public health?

The Autumn Budget has been unveiled. But what does this mean for the health of the public? Our Head of Policy & Public Affairs explains.

New report highlights success and future potential of mental health training

The new report highlights the outcomes and impacts of Making Every Contact Count (MECC).

Over ten million UK workers lack access to workplace health support, new RSPH report calls for universal ‘right to a healthy workplace’

Our new report sets out how we can reduce the economic cost of ill health.

What are the future needs of the wider public health workforce?

During Public Health Workforce Week, we're calling for the Government and industry to implement a workforce strategy to prioritise the future of the workforce.

How are ageing demographics impacting the wider public health workforce?

People are living for longer. What does this mean for the public health workforce?

How technology and AI is reshaping public health

New technologies like AI are developing rapidly. They could be useful for the wider public health workforce, but we need to ensure that they are used appropriately.

How a changing immigration system is affecting the public health workforce

The wider public health workforce is vital to ensuring good health. But many of these professions are suffering from issues recruiting new workers into their industry due to a skills and labour shortage.

New data shows two in three older people worry about vaccine safety

The publication of the report comes against a backdrop of declining flu vaccine uptake and concerns from health leaders about the spread of vaccine misinformation.

How climate change is affecting our health – and what we can do to manage it

Our climate is changing. How can we support the wider public health workforce to deal with it?

RSPH responds to the Lord Darzi review

To rebuild the NHS we need to move swiftly and decisively to put the Government's ambitions on prevention into practice.

RSPH and NCSPET launch Suicide Prevention Qualification

The Qualification will equip learners with an understanding of the factors that may lead to suicide thoughts and behaviours, and knowledge of the key components of suicide prevention.

2024 RSPH Health & Wellbeing Awards shortlist announced

The Awards are the UK's premier awards scheme for promoting health and wellbeing.

DHSC and RSPH launch new e-Learning resource for the Social Care Workforce

The resource aims to enhance the confidence and skills of those in the 1.7 million-strong social care sector by integrating public health approaches into their work.

Understanding alcohol misuse

We spoke to Inspire Ignite to highlight the importance of supporting alcohol misuse prevention and deduction.

A new Government and the King’s Speech – What does it mean for public health?

A new government, new legislation, and a new focus on preventative services. But what does this mean for public health?

RSPH responds to general election result

RSPH stands ready to work with the new government to help build a better and healthier future.

How the next government can support businesses to improve workers health

There are five key areas in which the next government could work with business to support a healthier working population and stimulate economic growth.

Spotlight: How RSPH member Darshita Singh’s research supports global public health policy

As an RSPH Fellow, Darshita is part of a diverse range of members whose expertise affects public health at every level

New data shows that avoidable mortality continues to rise across England and Wales

The latest data published by the Office for National Statistics shows stark regional inequalities in the country.

General election 2024: what public health needs from the next government

With the UK heading to the polls this July, RSPH Chief Executive William Roberts calls for the next government to put prevention at the heart of its agenda.

Making Every Contact Count: starting conversations to tackle public health challenges

Making Every Contact Count (MECC) is training health and care professionals to have more conversations about key public health issues.