NOHPG will be closed until the 2nd January, 2019. We wish all of our members, supporters and colleagues a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and A Happy Holiday. Enjoy the festive season and see you in 2019
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Seasons Greetings From NOHPG
The committee of the National Oral Health Promotion Group wish members, colleagues, followers and friends a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and a Happy Holiday. 2018 is almost at an end and when we reflect it has been one with success and one with an element of sadness, we cannot escape that, but some fantastic memories have been made. The committee remain determined to continue to support those working within oral health promotion and those within an allied profession – we know that good oral health is part and parcel of a healthy lifestyle in terms of healthy eating and making good life style decisions. We acknowledge… Read More
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NOHPG Supports the Eat well and move more Campaign
NOHPG are supporting the Change4life Campaign ‘Eat well and move more’ introduced by Public Health England This campaign will shine a light on snacks and snacking and look to encourage a reduction in the intake of sugary snacks – the idea is not o say no snacking but to reduce the number of unhealthy snacks per day and in doing so addressing the the health harms of sugar- child obesity and dental caries being two key health issues related to sugars. Practical advice on snacking, a realistic approach and support in making healthier choices, considering 100 calorie snacks. Dental toolkit – Top Tips for Teeth: Top Tips for Teeth dental… Read More
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Calling all Oral Heath educators, promoters and dental professionals, this is a conference not to be missed – are you passionate about community care or simply have an interest in dental public health? This is one for you. 16th November 2017 – Cavendish Conference Center, London View the full programme: Event information and registration
Continue ReadingThe Sugar Reduction Summit 2017 – The Royal Society on Thursday 9th November.
The Sugar Reduction Summit 2017 – which takes place at The Royal Society on Thursday 9th November. 2017 topics will include: Is PHE’s sugar reduction programme on target? What impact is PHE’s programme having on sugar in consumer shopping baskets? What impact will lifting of EU sugar quotas have on manufacturing and consumption – and what does this mean for iso-glucose production? Is sugar reduction resulting in calorie reduction? How can agricultural and health policies be better aligned? What role for industry in nutrition research and collaboration for health? What is the latest science and evidence on sweeteners – the gut microbiome and sweetness? What are the opportunities and obstacles in… Read More
Continue ReadingSugar Awareness Week Starts 30th October
Sugar Awareness Week *Our speakers for the Sugar Awareness Week Parliamentary Reception have just been announced! CLICK HERE to see who will joining us* Action on Sugar are pleased to announce that this year’s Sugar Awareness Week will run from the 30th October – 5th November, 2017. During the week we’ll be communicating the different types, and common sources of, ‘free’ sugars and sharing tips to help you make more informed, healthy choices. Sugar Awareness Week will be an opportunity to celebrate the success of food industry, government and NGOs’ progress so far, and discuss the future for sugar reduction and it’s place in the government’s Childhood Obesity Plan. If… Read More
Continue ReadingNational School Meals Week
A week of celebration about all that is great about school meals. Once again there will be a number of high profile activities taking place, with a mixture of political activity and engagement with school caterers, pupils and parents. Why not jump striaght in and take a look at our FREE Resources section for National School Meals Week 2017 by clicking here
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