Category: Advocacy

The King’s Fund: Understanding the Health of Ethnic Minority Women in England

The King’s Fund’s recent report delves into the health disparities experienced by women from ethnic minority groups in England. It reveals that while some groups have lower overall mortality rates than their White British counterparts, they face higher incidences of certain preventable conditions and maternal mortality. Factors such as socio-economic status, cultural assimilation, and structural racism contribute to these inequalities. The report emphasizes the need for culturally competent healthcare services and targeted policies to address these disparities.

Read the full report: The King’s Fund

New Books for Our Teenage Collection!

Looking for something fresh to read? We’ve just added some fantastic new books to our Teenage Collection! Whether you need advice on mental health, body image, social media, or identity, these books have got you covered. From Being You: The Body Image Book for Boys to Social Anxiety Relief for Teens, there’s something for everyone.

Come check them out at the library!

The King’s Fund: Workforce Wellbeing

Community health staff play a crucial role, but their wellbeing often goes unnoticed. The King’s Fund highlights why better support is needed to help them continue their vital work.

Read more: The King’s Fund

Children’s Mental Health Week 2025

This Children’s Mental Health Week (3–9 Feb), this week encourages young people to express themselves and be heard. Libraries offer safe spaces and books that support mental wellbeing, helping children feel understood and empowered.

Let’s help them find their voices and make a difference!

Health Information Week 2025

Health Information Week 2025 is here, taking place from 20th to 26th January 2025. This national, multi-sector campaign promotes high-quality information for patients and the public.

This year’s themes are:

  • Monday, 20 January – Winter Health
  • Tuesday, 21 January – Mental Health
  • Wednesday, 22 January – Wellbeing
  • Thursday, 23 January – Health Literacy and Misinformation
  • Friday, 24 January – Digital Literacy

Let’s work together to promote accessible, reliable health information for all!

Making Every Contact Count January 2025

The most recent Make Every Contact count public heath bulletin looking at latest evidence around smoking cessation, alcohol, healthy weight, healthy eating and physical exercise is now available. The bulletin is produced by Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS FT Library staff. If you cannot access any of the articles included in the bulletin please contact academic.library@lscft.nhs.uk.

Smoking Cessation

Smoking Cessation Jan 2025Download

Alcohol

Alcohol Jan 2025.docxDownload

Healthy Weight

Healthy Weight Jan 2025Download

Healthy Eating

Healthy Eating Jan 2025Download

Physical Activity

Physical Activity Jan 2025Download

UK Disability History Month

UK Disability History Month is a chance to reflect on the history, challenges, and achievements of disabled people. It’s a time to celebrate progress while recognizing that barriers still exist and to commit to building a more inclusive future.

This month encourages us to listen to the voices of disabled individuals, challenge stereotypes, and advocate for change. By learning from the past and engaging with the present, we can all play a part in creating a society that values and supports everyone.

Let’s take this opportunity to educate ourselves, share stories, and make a difference—because inclusion benefits us all.

Tackling health inequalities: seven priorities for the NHS – The King’s Fund

Drawing on The King’s Fund’s five-year programme of work on health inequalities and tackling the worst health outcomes, which includes insights from stakeholders, partners and people with lived experience, this long read outlines what we think the anticipated 10-year health plan should focus on to help the NHS do more to tackle these challenges.

Tackling Health Inequalities | Seven Priorities For The NHS | The King’s Fund (kingsfund.org.uk)

Black History Month

As we celebrate Black History Month, it’s important to acknowledge the significant contributions of Black healthcare professionals to the NHS.

Despite facing challenges like discrimination and underrepresentation, Black healthcare workers have persisted, breaking barriers, setting new standards for excellence and have paved the way for a more inclusive healthcare system.

This month let’s celebrate their achievements and also commit to building a more equitable future within the NHS. Diversity strengthens healthcare.