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National Child Measurement Programme key findings published
The latest results from the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) were published by the NHS Information Centre today. The 2010/11 school year report includes analysis of the prevalence of underweight, healthy weight, … Read more → – National Child Measurement Programme key findings published
Published: 14 December, 2011
National Child Measurement Programme – publication of legal Directions
The National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) provides high-quality, reliable data on child overweight and obesity levels and trends. The programme is now recognised internationally as a world-class source of public … Read more → – National Child Measurement Programme – publication of legal Directions
Published: 25 October, 2011
Department calls for action on obesity

‘Healthy Lives, Healthy People: A call to action on obesity in England’ has been published today. Following on from the Public Health White Paper, this document sets out how action … Read more → – Department calls for action on obesity
Published: 13 October, 2011
Dietary energy recommendations report published
The Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) has today published its report ‘Dietary recommendations for energy’. The full report can be accessed from SACN’s website. Energy requirements for the UK … Read more → – Dietary energy recommendations report published
Published: 13 October, 2011
High street starts counting the calories

Today sees a new milestone for the Public Health Responsibility Deal, the Government’s new approach to tackling public health concerns through working in partnership with business and charities. A key … Read more → – High street starts counting the calories
Published: 7 September, 2011
Child weight management programme and training providers framework
The child weight management programme and training providers framework has been developed to support local commissioning of weight management services for children and young people. Nine pre-qualified training provider organisations … Read more → – Child weight management programme and training providers framework
Published: 4 August, 2011