Public health news

Confirmed case of COVID-19 in Birmingham

It has been confirmed that a patient in Birmingham has tested positive for COVID-19.

Published 5th March 2020.

• Coronavirus update - 26 February 2020

  Birmingham City Council continues to work closely with the local NHS and Public Health England to monitor the emerging global situation and prepare for escalation.

  Published 26th February 2020.

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  Ditch the sugary drinks and try Fizz Free February

  Birmingham residents, especially families with young children, are being encouraged to ditch sugary drinks and take part in Fizz Free February.

  Published 30th January 2020.

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  Birmingham joins Partnership for Health Cities

  Birmingham City Council announces new plans to increase safe and active mobility for all citizens as part of a global network of cities

  Published 16th December 2019.

• Henry Dimbleby launches Birmingham Food Conversation

  Co-founder of food chain Leon, Henry Dimbleby, is spending the day in the city to launch the Birmingham Food Conversation, which will feed into a national food strategy.

  Published 22nd October 2019.

• Funding awarded to Birmingham to help those affected by alcohol

  Efforts in Birmingham to increase the number of people accessing free support for alcohol problems have received a boost following a funding award from Public Health England

  Published 24th April 2019.

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  New Director of Public Health appointed

  A national strategic advisor to Public Health England has been appointed as Director of Public Health at Birmingham City Council.

  Published 12th February 2019.