Time to Solve Childhood Obesity
Oct 2019
Chief Medical Officer
This report is aimed at politicians and policy makers, now and in the future. The Government ambition is to halve childhood obesity by 2030 – in England, we are nowhere near achieving this. Yet, if we are bold, we can achieve this goal.
Active Lives Adult Survey - May 18/19 Report
Oct 2019
This report provides a comprehensive overview of adult (age 16+) sport and physical activity in England in the 12 months from May 2018 - May 2019. It also highlights the contribution made by volunteers, and the impact of taking part in sport and physical activity on wider outcomes.
The English Indices of Deprivation 2019 - Research Report
Sep 2019
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
The Indices of Deprivation 2019 provide a set of relative measures of deprivation for small areas (Lower-layer Super Output Areas) across England, based on seven different domains of deprivation.
The English Indices of Deprivation 2019 - Technical Report
Sep 2019
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
The English Indices of Deprivation are an important tool for identifying the most deprived areas in England. Local policy makers and communities can also use this tool to ensure that their activities prioritise the areas with greatest need for services.
The Economics of Exercise
Sep 2019
PJM Economics
The effects of physical activity on people’s physical and mental health, irrespective of age, are well-recorded and continuously confirmed through research. Regular physical activity can help prevent and manage over 20 chronic conditions and diseases.
Leicestershire JSNA 2018-2021: Obesity: Physical Activity, Healthy Weight and Nutrition
Sep 2019
Obesity is a complex, systems problem, not simply a result of people choosing to over eat or be sedentary. Our choices are significantly influenced by the ‘obesogenic environment’; that is the layout of our environment, the range of choices available to us and our culture, values and social interactions.
The Corporate Wellness Segment
Sep 2019
Deloitte
The Health and Fitness Industry continues to expand worldwide, with a growing number of facilities and members driving increased revenues, ultimately leading to a broader adoption of healthy habits.
Supporting Professionals to Have Healthier Weight Conversations: Consensus Statement
Sep 2019
Public Health England
This consensus statement describes the intent to work together to maximise support for population behaviour change and includes principles which outline how professional organisations can support the public health workforce to help individuals and communities significantly reduce their risk of obesity.
UK Chief Medical Officers' Physical Activity Guidelines
Sep 2019
Department of Health
This report presents an update to the 2011 physical activity guidelines issued by the four Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK CMOs draw upon global evidence to present guidelines for different age groups.
Left Behind - Understanding Communities on the Edge
Sep 2019
OCSI
The research suggests that a lack of places to meet (whether community centres, pubs or village halls); the absence of an engaged and active community; and poor connectivity to the wider economy - physical and digital – make a significant difference to social and economic outcomes for deprived communities.
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