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The rise of ultra-processed foods is damaging public health, fuelling chronic diseases worldwide, and deepening health inequalities.
Urgent, coordinated global action is needed to address the UPF challenge.
Find out more in an Editorial ➡️ hubs.li/Q03X01nx0
ALT Aerial shot of the groceries section in a supermarket. Copyright: Peter Bond on Unsplash.
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Ultra-processed foods – what’s the impact?
In a new Lancet Series, experts warn a global rise in #UPFs presents a growing public health threat.
Read the evidence & policy recommendations ⬇️
hubs.li/Q03TLKK30
ALT Part of a Lancet Infographic summarising the findings from the Lancet Series on Ultra-Processed Foods and Human Health.
ALT Part of a Lancet Infographic summarising the findings from the Lancet Series on Ultra-Processed Foods and Human Health.
ALT Part of a Lancet Infographic summarising the findings from the Lancet Series on Ultra-Processed Foods and Human Health.
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Ultra-processed foods now make up at least half of all food sold in UK supermarkets. The Lancet has described them as a “corporate-engineered public health crisis.” That is exactly what they are: industrial products designed for profit, not nutrition. They override appetite control, promote over-consumption, and push out real food alternatives.
These foods are cheap because wages are low, access to fresh food is unequal, and corporate concentration has eliminated choice. The result is a society burdened with obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancers — and an NHS stretched to breaking point. None of this is accidental. In this video,
I explain how ultra-processed food became unavoidable, why it is a systemic economic issue rather than a personal failure, and what the government can do now: from food labelling and advertising bans to taxing ultra-processed products and subsidising real food. We can change this — but only if we confront corporate power.
youtu.be/BJ8nEeiFmH4?si=CkPU…
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Ultra Processed Food, and the system that produces it, has overtaken tobacco in terms of health and economic harms, and is also the leading cause of plastic pollution, loss of biodiversity and deforestation, and the second leading cause of emissions.
This week @TheLancet published a landmark three-part series on the science, policy and politics of #UPF. thelancet.com/series-do/ultr…
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Just a day after Trump's rant against windfarms, here comes a new ad campaign—featuring Samuel L. Jackson in his typical foul-mouthed self—for energy giant Vattenfall, promoting seaweed snacks grown beneath the wind turbines!! That 'Who says that?' at 0:16 is aimed at Trump, no? 🤭
Agency: NORD DDB.
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Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer worldwide. What is the current evidence for skin cancer prevention and how to best use sunscreens?
Read the full guidance or check out this visual summary #BMJInfographic
bmj.com/content/390/bmj-2025…
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"The security of a career in medicine has declined over generations while the financial burden has grown."
Resident doctors deserve a stable and equitable future in the NHS, writes @DrLukeCraddock
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It's set to reach 30°C in the UK, and we know people will flock to the coast 🌡️
Please visit a lifeguarded beach, swim between the red and yellow flags and if you get into trouble: #FloatToLive
In an emergency, call 999 or 112 and ask for the coastguard.
#Heatwave #UKHeatwave
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"Gaza no longer has any board certified emergency medicine consultants. That's the kind of holes that now exist in the system."
The British Palestinian consultant surgeon Ghassan Abu-Sittah describes how the healthcare system has been “eviscerated”
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Dr Fiona Hill… a very timely addition to UK defence strategy.
What an impressive and knowledgeable character.
In a world of Tr*mps and El*ns, be more Dr Hill.
Our Chancellor Dr Fiona Hill has been appointed by PM @Keir_Starmer and Defence Secretary @JohnHealey_MP to co-lead a major Strategic Defence Review of the UK Armed Forces.
Learn more here: brnw.ch/21wLk8S
#DefenceReview #armedforces I @10DowningStreet I @brookingsinst
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The GP x-ray walk-in service at the Community Diagnostic Centre at Seacroft Hospital is now open seven days a week:
Monday to Friday: 8.15am - 5.45pm
Saturday and Sunday: 8.15am - 4.45pm
(Excludes bank holidays)
This is for adult patients (aged 16 and over) who have been referred for an x-ray by their GP. More information on our website: leedsth.nhs.uk/services/radi…
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NICE has published new guidance on the use of AI to assist with the interpretation of urgent care X-rays, identifying four approved AI technologies. Read more here 👉 sor.org/news/x-ray/nice-publ…
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UKIO is the perfect place to have your work recognised by the #imaging & #oncology communities and there are now 4 weeks left to submit your abstract to #UKIO2025. Click here to find full details and submit your abstract by 10 February - bit.ly/3cnRpSd
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Our Emergency Departments are extremely busy.
As ever, the NHS is here for you and we urge anyone with health concerns to continue to come forward for care.
Please help us to help you by accessing the right NHS care you need – you can do this by calling NHS 111 or visiting 111.nhs.uk/ for urgent health advice.
NHS 111 can help you find the best place for your care – this could be a pharmacy, GP, urgent treatment centre, or A&E.
If it's an emergency, call 999 and ask for an ambulance.
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If it weren't for a supermarket security guard persuading a woman to make a complaint against Pelicot for up-skirting, his horrific crimes would not have come to light.
While we celebrate the courage of Gisele Pelicot, let's also rethink our approach to 'minor' sex crimes.
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Our lack of care for farming and food systems in the U.K. is a national disgrace and on a scale that staggers belief
This shows the % of ultra processed food we eat - people are right to reject angrily the further degradation of our foods
Good farming matters
Real food matters
Join us next month for a free webinar to hear from @climateice, @DoctorChrisVT and @ppmachado_ on the latest updates and potential solutions to the impact of Ultra Processed Food on planetary and human health. Book your place at: rcp.sg/ultrafood
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Hospitals across West Yorkshire are extremely busy caring for people who are seriously poorly. We’re asking local people to familiarise themselves with alternative services if you or your loved ones become unwell this winter. Find out more 🔗 orlo.uk/nOhdU
Entertaining, if emotional evening watching @amateuradam at St George’s Hall. 👏
He’s right, we really should try harder to care for those who care. 🌳
#NHS
#itsgoodtotalk
#oknottobeok
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⚠️ Our hospitals are under significant pressure.
If it's not an emergency, please call NHS 111 or use 111.nhs.uk/ to be directed to the best place for the care you need. The NHS 111 team can also make an appointment to attend urgent treatment centres and minor injuries units in Leeds.
- Shakespeare primary care walk-in centre, is open daily 8am-8pm.
- Urgent Treatment Centres at St George’s Centre, Middleton, and Wharfdale Hospital, Otley, are open daily 8am-11pm.
- Find a list of local pharmacies nhs.uk/service-search/pharma…
Your local pharmacy can provide expert, confidential advice and treatment, and there is no need for an appointment. For more support healthandcareleeds.org/healt…
