nihr-phirst.bsky.social
Public Health Intervention Responsive Studies Teams (PHIRST) funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). Working with local government across the UK to evaluate public health schemes * https://phirst.nihr.ac.uk/
👤 Joined on 06 January 2025
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@nihr-phirst.bsky.socialDr Justin Varney-Bennett providing food for thought by talking about the culture context of dietary decisions (place, identity, experiences, deprivation). Thinking about culturally intelligent eating guides, weight as an aspect of cultural identity, and the stigma of food poverty. #WSARoadmapevent
Show PostGreat to see Dolly van Tulleken on stage with her daughter Daphne. Reflecting on 30 years of failed government policy on obesity in England. No less than 689 policies and no reduction in obesity. #WSARoadmapevent
Show PostFour lessons from Dolly van Tulekken to make national food policy work: 1) deploy a compelling argument, 2) build a movement, 3) enlist the prime minister, and 4) be bold, act fast, no regrets! #WSARoadmapevent
Show PostOpening key note by deputy chief medical officer Dr Jeanne de Gruchy, highlighting worrying increases in obesity in both children and adults with people living in deprived areas worst affected. Food industry promotion of unhealthy foods are one of the main drivers. #WSARoadmapevent
Show PostFancy a fishbowl? Come join us in Mercian 2 room at 10.55 to share learning about leadership and governance in Whole Systems Approaches set-up. #WSARoadmapevent
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