Public Health · 31 January 2022
Liverpool is not alone in having a lower-than-average uptake in some areas– but with almost 900,000 doses now delivered, the city hasn’t stood still on this issue and continues to reach out to those who haven’t previously come forward. What is being seen in Liverpool isn’t unique – it’s something that is mirrored in other
News · 28 January 2022
Liverpool City Council and the local NHS are teaming up with Matalan to offer people the chance to ‘Grab-a-Jab’ whilst they shop. The Matalan store on Wavertree Road will be hosting an NHS-staffed vaccination clinic in store on the following dates: Saturday 29 January, between 9am – 5pm Sunday 30 Jan, between 10.30am – 4.30pm
News · 24 January 2022
Applications are now open for grants to support businesses in the hospitality and leisure sectors who have been affected by the Omicron variant. There are two separate grants which businesses can apply for: Omicron Hospitality and Leisure Grant Businesses from the hospitality and leisure sectors are invited to apply for a one-off payment of up
Blog · 17 January 2022
With multiple twists and turns throughout the Novak Djokovic story – Director of Public Health, Matt Ashton shares his thoughts on the importance of elite sports stars promoting vaccine confidence and why there are no real winners in this situation. “I’ve been following the Djokovic story not only with my public health hat on, but
News · 17 January 2022
Self-isolation remains 10 days, but in some circumstances it is possible to shorten the isolation period if two successive negative rapid lateral flow tests (LFTs) are taken. From today, Monday 17 January, if no high temperature is present, people can start testing with LFTs from day five. Two successive negative test results, taken 24 hours
Blog · 5 January 2022
With confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Liverpool the highest they have ever been, Director of Public Health, Matt Ashton shares his thoughts on the latest wave and the lessons we’ve learned so far. “It is clear that the Omicron wave is well and truly upon us in the North West, following the experiences of London
Covid-19 · 30 December 2021
If your mental health has been affected by the pandemic, you could benefit from one of 19 projects to improve mental health and wellbeing in Liverpool.
News · 23 December 2021
Trading Standards in Liverpool have discovered a large number of retailers selling illegal e-cigarettes and vaping products, and are planning a crackdown in the new year.
News · 17 December 2021
The Liverpool Health Protection Board, which oversees the city’s response to the pandemic has issued the statement below with advice and guidance for people living in, working in or visiting the city ahead of the festive period. The new Covid variant “Omicron” is now increasing rapidly and is a very serious threat in Liverpool and
Blog · 17 December 2021
Liverpool’s Director of Public Health, Matt Ashton, explains why even if you’ve had the booster vaccine, you should also take other simple precautions this Christmas to keep those you care about safe.
Covid-19 · 15 December 2021
Directors of Public Health across Cheshire and Merseyside are asking people to get vaccinated, get their booster and look after each other through this difficult winter period.
Public Health · 9 December 2021
Enhanced testing and covid safe protocols are in place to minimise the risk of spreading Covid-19 during the G7 meeting of Foreign and Development Ministers. As Liverpool prepares to host international visitors as part of the G7, Liverpool’s Public Health team is working closely with Government departments including the Foreign Office and the UK Health
News · 8 December 2021
As the city celebrates one year of Covid-19 vaccinations, Liverpool City Council and Liverpool Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) share their thanks to all who have been vaccinated, and praise for staff and volunteers who have helped administer the vaccine. On 8 December 2020, exactly one year ago today, Liverpool’s very first covid-19 vaccines were administered
News · 7 December 2021
A new suicide prevention campaign has launched, encouraging people to reach out and start a conversation – whether they are worried about someone – or are in crisis themselves. REACHOUT Liverpool – launched by Liverpool City Council’s Public Health team in partnership with Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and Alder Hey Children’s Foundation Trust, reminds
News · 2 December 2021
With the first case of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 now being confirmed in Liverpool, event organisers are being urged to review their risk assessments and ensure Covid-19 secure measures are robustly followed by staff and those attending. Director of Public Health for Liverpool, Matt Ashton said “The new Covid variant “Omicron” – first identified
Blog · 1 December 2021
On World AIDS Day, Advanced Public Health Practitioner, James Woolgar explains how Liverpool is supporting those currently living with HIV, how we’re remembering those we’ve lost and how the city is on track to eliminate HIV within the next decade. “World AIDS Day takes place each year on 1 December – this is an opportunity
News · 30 November 2021
In an effort to slow the spread of the new Omicron variant – a number of additional measures are being rolled out in England from today (Tuesday 30 November) Face coverings – These are once again required on public transport, in shops and supermarkets and other spaces such as banks, post offices, travel agents, hairdressers,
Blog · 19 November 2021
As part of National Living Wage week, Liverpool City Council’s Deputy Mayor Cllr Jane Corbett, who is also the Cabinet Member for Finance and Resources, tells us more about the city’s plans to achieving ‘Marmot Community Status’, and how improving outcomes for local people – enabling them to live longer, healthier and poverty free lives
News · 25 October 2021
A campaign is under way in Liverpool to get private landlords to meet new energy efficiency standards for houses by tackling issues such as damp and excess cold.
Health · 4 October 2021
Liverpool is to launch its Good Food Plan on Thursday 7 October – a strategy to create a city where everyone can eat good food and address key issues related to the food we eat. Phase One of the Good Food Plan is about tackling the immediate and urgent challenges that the city is facing
