Obesity is an increasing problem in the UK with current forecasts predicting that by 2050 approximately 50% of adults will be obese. It is important that action is taken to address the epidemic, not least because obesity can lead to chronic health issues including: Type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, cancer, stroke, and depression. Read more at RSPH | Latest News | The R ...
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The Benefits of Membership with The Royal Society for Public Health
Membership of the Royal Society for Public Health is open to anyone working in public health or the wider health sector, those studying for a public health related degree (or equivalent) or anyone with a lifelong interest in protecting and improving the public’s health and in supporting public health initiatives in the UK and around the world. As a globally recognised mark RSPH ...
Accessing reliable advice from experts
When accessing information about nutrition, diet or healthy eating please make sure you use reliable sources which are updated regularly by experts in nutrition such as The British Dietetic Association (BDA) or The Association for Nutrition (AFN). They are the gold standard professionals in food education! ...
Report shows lockdown shift to home cooking but change still needed
The Food Standards Scotland have published a new report revealing the impact of COVID-19 on food and drink retail purchasing in Scotland between January and July 2020. Data confirmed that more home cooking and meal ingredients were purchased including sweet and savoury cooking ingredients, canned goods, dried pasta, rice and pulses during lockdown. This directly corresponds wi ...
The Royal Society of Health's Digital Journey - eAssessments
eAssessment is a new, optional form of learner assessment that the RSPH have introduced during 2020 and are offering to their centres.
It provides the opportunity to assess candidates online, using the Surpass testing platform, an experienced and trusted eAssessment provider. All eAssessments are carried out remotely, including their invigilation, which guarantees the security and integrity of all your learner’s eAssessments.
Having the option of being able to offer eAssessments has plenty of benefits for our learners. This option is not yet available for nutrition qualifications. This is only available for Food Safety and Health Improvements.
Keep watching this space for updated information!
