Public health news
Birmingham City Council develop communication campaign to support disadvantaged communities
The council’s Public Health Division have developed a communication and engagement campaign to further support BAME, disabled and LGBT communities across the city during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Confirmed case of COVID-19 in Birmingham
It has been confirmed that a patient in Birmingham has tested positive for COVID-19.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
