Welcome to our websiteCutting salt and fat levels in food could save thousands of lives, says NICE Up to 40,000 deaths from heart disease and stroke could be prevented each year by reducing the levels of salt and saturated fat in our food, latest guidance from NICE suggests. Cardiovascular disease is one of the biggest killers in the UK, with nearly three million women and three million men currently living with the disease. Every year, there are 300,000 new cases of cardiovascular disease, with those living in deprived areas three times more likely to develop the disease. But despite the prevalence of the disease, around 90 per cent
of deaths are largely preventable and can be tackled by making
changes to diet, giving up smoking and increasing levels of physical
activity. This action alone would result in 15,000 - 20,000 fewer deaths from heart disease and stroke every year. Countdown to 30 Years of NOHPG! The National Oral Health Promotion Group (formerly called National Dental Health Education Group, NDHEG) is a forum for all professionals interested in the promotion of oral health and was established 1981. The aim of our group is...To encourage the continued development of oral health promotion. The Group provides support to those with a remit for oral health education and promotion. Anyone with an interest in improving the oral health of the population can apply to become a member of our Group. Browse our site to see the benefits we offer our members! Contact team membersOral Health Promotion Teams can offer information help and support relating to dental health issues. To contact a team in your local area click here. NOHPG Position PaperThis position paper has been produced in response to the increasing number of enquiries received regarding the potential damage the non-spill design feeder/trainer cups may cause. For more information click here.
Recent NewsPatron’s Prize We would like to congratulate Rachel Pinder, who was awarded this years Patron’s prize. Of course it is not too early to be thinking about preparing for next year’s NOHPG Patron prize. The prize is open to either individuals or teams, to demonstrate evidence based practice in the field of oral health promotion through the implementation of a project or undertaking of a study. The prize for the successful individual or team will be £200 (£100 contributed by the NOHPG and £100 sponsorship from Stephen Hancock, Editor/Publisher of BDJ books). Application forms are available here Please send all entries to: Mrs Lynette Anear, Closing Date: 2011 (exact date to be confirmed) National Archives copy of the DH websiteThe National Archives preserves online government information
by regularly archiving UK central government websites. Membership Renewal Reminder Those who pay by cheque annually are now due to renew their membership. Please see membership page for details of how to renew membership. Focus Oral Health Event Focus Oral Health are delighted to advise that their second 'Networking and Sharing Best Practice Event for Oral Health Educators and Promoters' is on
BDA Conference & Exhibition Liverpool 2010Thursday 20, Friday 21 & Saturday 22 May 2010 The Conference programme in 2010 features many influential clinical speakers and expert motivational speakers who will inspire you to develop new ideas and further your career. View the Conference pages to see the variety of international clinical speakers together with speakers who will share business ideas and encourage new developments within your practice. Young dentists, VDPs and members of the dental team looking for relevant inspirational sessions will benefit from targeted sessions opening up different career paths to them. Running alongside the comprehensive Conference programme is the popular exhibition, set to be the largest yet. As usual you will be able to meet suppliers, pick up samples and learn about new products and services. After experiencing the dynamic Conference programme and vibrant exhibition, delegates will be able to enjoy a hard day’s night with our social programme in Liverpool, the former European City of Culture. Come together with us in 2010. Get further information here. Start4Life
Start4Life communicates 6 key behaviours designed to build healthy habits from day one. These habits have huge benefits for both baby and mum, now and later in life. Take a look at the leaflet and poster within the Resources section to find out more about the Start4Life behaviours. Healthier Scotland
For further information click here. Take Life On, One Step at a Time…Find out about healthy eating and physical activity. Small changes can lead to big benefits. Taking on board our healthy eating advice and physical activity tips you'll soon see yourself on the way to a healthier lifestyle. For further information visit the website here.
More recent NewsHealth News The Children's Food Campaign has launched a special summer holiday project to get more drinking water in parks, in response to the recent hot weather spell and the school summer holidays. Health experts point to the increased consumption of sugary drinks by children and young people as a significant factor in rising obesity rates and dental decay. However, we all know that water is the best thing to drink when we are thirsty: it is better for our bodies, our budgets and our planet. Providing drinking water in parks would help children and young people quench their thirst without being tempted by sugary drinks and snacks. It is a simple, cost effective solution that could make a big difference. If you would like to become involved in the campaign then you are asked to help in the following ways:
Please advertise the campaign, perhaps to local brownie or cub packs. There is a group on the Children's Food Network website http://www.sustainweb.org/childrensfoodcampaign/network/ for you to post your ideas, comments and photos. In September the Network intend to draw up a national campaign plan that will help us make a drinking fountain in every park a reality. New website The British Nutrition Foundation’s main nutrition website, www.nutrition.org.uk, is currently being enhanced and will be launched at the beginning of September 2009. The newly designed site will feature enhanced search facilities, intuitive navigation and improved content. One exciting new element is a section named Healthy living which will provide advice and tips on putting healthy eating and an active lifestyle into practice. To complement this section, a newly created Nutrition science area will support the discovery of the science of nutrition, allowing pupils to find out why nutrition and physical activity are so important for health. |
Start4Life is your source of information for the most up-to-date advice on breastfeeding, introducing solid foods and active play.
Raising awareness of a range of healthy living issues for the well being of Scotland and its communities. 
A new movement that aims to help everyone eat well, move more and live longer. Copyright 2005 © NOHPG. All rights reserved.
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