Author: Annie Grey

Liverpool City Council’s Director of Public Health has released his latest independent annual report, highlighting a comprehensive programme aimed at transforming public health services to address entrenched health inequalities. The focus remains on enhancing accessibility, improving prevention efforts, and achieving better health outcomes for Liverpool residents. This initiative is described by the council as among… Continue reading Public Health annual report reveals wide ranging service transformation across Liverpool

Thousands of families in Liverpool may be missing out on valuable support designed to help them afford nutritious food, with an estimated £600,000 to £700,000 in Healthy Start vouchers left unclaimed annually. The Healthy Start program offers assistance to parents and carers from 10 weeks into pregnancy until their child reaches four years old. This… Continue reading Helping Liverpool families make the most of Healthy Start 

Liverpool City Council’s Public Health team has released the Year 2 update of the *State of Health in the City: Liverpool 2040* report, highlighting notable progress across the city’s health system and reinforcing the commitment to reducing health inequalities. Presented during the April Cabinet Meeting, the update underscored this initiative as a fundamental element of… Continue reading Public Health update shows Liverpool strengthening response to address health inequalities 

During the upcoming Easter holidays, families in Liverpool are being reminded to take a moment to verify that their loved ones are current with their routine vaccinations. Keeping up to date with vaccinations is essential to protect against various infectious diseases. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use this holiday period as an opportunity to… Continue reading Keep your family healthy this Easter in Liverpool 

On 27 March 2026, the second Speke Garston Partners’ Conference took place at Partnership for Learning, bringing together a range of organisations, community groups, and local services to address key concerns for area residents. The event was supported by Liverpool City Council and South Liverpool Homes, providing an opportunity for open dialogue, exchange of best… Continue reading Speke Garston Partners Conference focuses on community-led change

Families throughout the Liverpool City Region are invited to participate in the upcoming event, Little Smiles For Everyone, held at Liverpool Central Library. This free, sensory-friendly event is designed to provide children with an enjoyable and educational experience during the Easter school holidays. It offers a wonderful opportunity for kids to engage in activities that… Continue reading Little Smiles For Everyone: A free, sensory-friendly Easter holiday activity for children and families

Liverpool has taken a pioneering step by becoming the first city in the UK to introduce the BEAT Pharmacy initiative, a community-focused pilot aimed at enhancing early detection of heart failure and addressing health inequalities throughout the city. This program offers heart health assessments in a local setting, making vital testing more accessible to those… Continue reading Liverpool launches first UK BEAT Pharmacy

On 18 March 2026, Liverpool’s Health and Wellbeing Board reaffirmed its dedication to addressing health disparities that impact women and enhancing support for unpaid carers. This recommitment followed significant discussions concerning the forthcoming Women’s Health report and the new All-Age Carers Strategy. The Board reviewed troubling statistics revealing that women in Liverpool spend nearly 30%… Continue reading Liverpool Health and Wellbeing Board reaffirms commitment to improving outcomes for women and carers

Liverpool City Council is marking World Oral Health Day on 20 March 2026 with renewed dedication to enhancing the oral health of children, cutting down sugar consumption, and offering support to families throughout the city. This campaign draws attention to the critical role that oral health plays throughout every phase of life. A healthy mouth… Continue reading World Oral Health Day: A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life   

Liverpool City Council is preparing to endorse a comprehensive Anti-Poverty Framework spanning a decade, from 2026 to 2036, designed to both prevent and alleviate poverty while enhancing residents’ quality of life throughout the city. This initiative consolidates the Council’s current anti-poverty efforts into a unified strategy, fostering closer collaboration among various services and partners and… Continue reading Liverpool commits to 10-year framework to tackle poverty and improve life chances