The Public Health Agency (PHA) recently hosted an obesity prevention workshop ‘together let’s prevent childhood obesity’ in Lough Neagh Discovery Centre. The focus of discussions included the French initiative, EPODE – Ensemble Prevenons l’Obesite des enfants’, which has a proven track record of successfully tackling childhood obesity.

The Public Health Agency has warned that while the World Cup provides the opportunity to enjoy the thrill of great football with family and friends, big sporting events are also the alcohol and snack retailers’ dream, with special promotions and happy hours fuelling the inclination to over-indulge.

With the cold weather set to continue for some time and creating some of the most treacherous conditions to be seen in Northern Ireland for several years, the Southern Area Accident Prevention Liaison Group (SAAPLG) is warning everyone, but particularly older people, to take extra care to prevent slips and falls. Mary Black, Assistant Director for Health Improvement with the Public Health Agency said: “Falls are a significant risk for all age groups but especially for our older population.