Uncategorized

Whole Systems Approach to Healthy Weight Strategy 2026-2036 and Implementation Plan

Reading Whole Systems Approach to Healthy Weight Strategy (2026-2036) The Reading Whole Systems Approach to Healthy Weight Strategy (2026-2036) sets out a shared vision for creating a healthier Reading, where all residents have the opportunity to achieve and maintain a healthy weight throughout their lives. Recognising that healthy weight is influenced by a wide range … Continue reading “Whole Systems Approach to Healthy Weight Strategy 2026-2036 and Implementation Plan”

New “State of the Borough” Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) Report for Reading

The Health and Wellbeing Board has recently approved and published a new “State of the Borough” Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) Report for Reading. This outlines the current and future health and care needs of the local population. We encourage you to take a look at the full report and use its insights to inform … Continue reading “New “State of the Borough” Joint Strategic Needs Assessment (JSNA) Report for Reading”

New Reading Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment published for 2025-2028

A Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment (PNA) is a legal requirement for every Health and Wellbeing Board in England. It examines the current and future needs of the local population and assesses whether pharmacy services are adequately equipped to meet them. NHS England uses the PNA to decide whether new pharmacies should be allowed to open or … Continue reading “New Reading Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment published for 2025-2028”

Director of Public Health Report 2025 for Reading published – Giving every child the best start in life

The first 1001 days, from conception to age two, are the most critical in shaping a child’s future. Read the full report to find out more about how Reading is working to give every child the best start in life. 

Awareness days in May

Awareness events in April

Awareness events in January

The following awareness events occur in January. Learn about our borough’s communities that are relevant to these events, by accessing data and information available from the Reading Borough Observatory. January 2024: Dry January – This is an annual campaign that encourages people to go free from alcohol for a month. The Berkshire West Drug and … Continue reading “Awareness events in January”

Awareness events in December

Awareness events in November

Awareness events in October

Discover our community identities and broaden awareness by using the Reading Borough Observatory for information and data about the events celebrated in October. 3 October 2023: World Habitat Day – This is recognised by the United Nations to reflect on the state of towns and cities, and on the basic right of all to adequate … Continue reading “Awareness events in October”