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Help us to improve substance misuse services
Alcohol and other drugs can have a huge impact on people, their families and society. We’re committed to supporting people to regain control of their lives. Public Health Dorset and local councils commission a number of services that support people to do this. We are currently looking
Smokers urged to be quitters on No Smoking Day
Smokers across Dorset are being urged to take the first step in giving up cigarettes for good on No Smoking Day, which takes place on Wednesday 9 March. While studies show that two-thirds of smokers want to quit, nearly one in five UK adults continue to smoke,
Public health and housing successfully monitor indoor air quality
It has been known for some time that secondhand smoke has a huge effect on health. In Bournemouth, we’ve been piloting a scheme to test levels of carbon monoxide gas due to secondhand smoke in enclosed areas of social housing such as communal hallways. We teamed up
New support to help mums to succeed at breastfeeding
Breastfeeding provides babies and mums with long-term health benefits, and we want to support mums to both start and continue breastfeeding. Public Health Dorset is changing the way breastfeeding support services are delivered from April. The new service, provided by national breastfeeding charity Families and Babies (FAB),
Public encouraged to report illegal tobacco sales
Ever seen cigarettes sold in your neighbourhood, on social media or anywhere other than a shop? Trading standards teams across Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset are looking into the supply of illegal tobacco in the area, and are asking for any information that can help tackle the problem.
Would you be able to take part in a diary study research project?
We’re working with the University of Salford and digital development company Sigma on a research project about how older people use technology. We’re looking for people aged over 65 to complete short diary entries about what technology, gadgets, or any type of interface they’ve used or avoided
Campaign launched to inspire people to put smoking behind them
If you’re a smoker, quitting is the single most important thing you can do to improve your health. We know it’s easier said than done, so Public Health Dorset and LiveWell Dorset are working together to support people to make this change. We are encouraging people who
We want your views about changes to sexual health services
We’re planning to improve sexual health services in Dorset to make them easier to use. And we want to know if you think we’ve got it right. At the moment, the services available vary depending where in Dorset you live, and you could find that you need
Sobering up – how Dorset is tackling drug and alcohol harm
Alcohol and drug use is changing – and we’re working with partners to tackle it across Dorset. Health programme advisor Will Haydock tells the story of changing habits and future plans for reducing alcohol and drug-related harm. By Will Haydock Whether it’s a newspaper reporting about binge
Spare a little thought for food – how Dorset is tackling malnutrition
Malnutrition is a serious condition affecting many older people. In Dorset, a number of agencies have come together to tackle the issue. Health programme advisor Michelle Smith told the story to BBC Breakfast in Dorset this week. By Michelle Smith Media reports this week about the worrying
Smokestop training – new dates
To book on to one of the forthcoming Smoking cessation workshops, either book through the Dorset Local Pharmacy Committee website or at the following links: 14 January 2016, Dorford Centre, Dorchester. Book online. 3 March 2016, Wimborne Community Learning and Resource Centre. Book online. Please note you
Why it’s time to rethink HIV
It’s World Aids Day. Our head of sexual health, Joanne Wilson, talks about her experiences of working in the field, why we need to rethink our views about HIV and how online testing is the key to diagnosing and treating people early. By Joanne Wilson As I