Farrah Hart FFPH

@ldn-health.bsky.social @london-vru.bsky.social

London’s murder rate drops to lowest in more than a decade Sadiq Khan says ‘public health’ approach has made the capital one of the safest cities in the western world

It’s not always easy to explain my work. Public health & community safety don’t seem like an obvious pair — but the impact is real. I’m proud of what we’re achieving at City Hall, with London’s VRU and MOPAC. The results speak for themselves: www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

On World AIDS Day, we remember all those we've lost to HIV/AIDS related illness and unite in our battle against the virus.

We’ve committed to zero new transmission of HIV in the capital by 2030. We’ll continue to work with partners to tackle the stigma of getting tested and treated.

Drowning Doesn’t Look Like Drowning Drowning is not the violent, splashing call for help that most people expect.

Thanks for the reminder @janemunday.bsky.social. Every summer, I repost this article DROWNING DOES NOT LOOK LIKE DROWNING. To date, I know of FOUR kids who were saved after someone who'd clicked on the link learnt how to spot actual drowning. Take time to read and pass on.

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Cool Spaces Cool Spaces Map displays indoor venues open to all where Londoners can take respite on hot days.

Londoners, a hot spell is here until Sunday 🌡️

To stay cool and keep others safe:
❤️ Check in on older people & those with a health condition
🗺️ Use our Cool Spaces map to find places to cool down
💧 Drink plenty of water
😎 Avoid being out in the sun from 11am - 3pm

apps.london.gov.uk/cool-spaces/

A woman who's fled conflict in Darfur, Sudan

In conflict zones, women are not only deliberately targeted through gender based violence but also suffer from the collapse of vital systems.

The consequences are catastrophic yet routinely sidelined in humanitarian responses
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An unbelievably moving memorial to those we have lost. Go and see it at the Tate Modern Turbine Hall while you can. Bring tissues. #aidsquiltik @ldn-health.bsky.social

Now on display!

For the first time in its history, the entire UK AIDS Memorial Quilt will be laid out in Tate Modern's Turbine Hall from 12th - 16th June.

Don't miss this historic moment. Full programme of free events over the next 4 days here - www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tat...

20mph limits in London linked to sharp fall in road injuries and deaths, new report finds A new study published by Transport for London (TfL) has shown that the introduction of 20mph speed limits and zones on local authority-managed roads in London between 1989 and 2013 led to significant…

Study on London 20 mph limits shows:
- collisions ⬇️ 35%
- casualties ⬇️ 36%
- fatal/serious injuries ⬇️ 34%
- child casualties ⬇️ 46%
- child deaths ⬇️ 75%
- walkers, cyclists, motorcyclists killed/seriously injured ⬇️ 28%

etsc.eu/20mph-limits...

Boo! Get well soon, my lovely. Sending you positive vibes xxx

AHH, so that's where you were last night. We missed you!

What does public health research look like at NIHR? YouTube video by NIHRtv

It’s always a bit cringe watching yourself in a video, but this one is pretty good (and thankfully I’m not in it for too long).

www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xMA...

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This is such an uplifting part of my job: being part of the efforts to get London to zero by 2030 is both a pleasure and an honour

I’m at the Partnership for Healthy Cities conference with a stellar bunch of colleagues from London for the next few days. @profkevinfenton.bsky.social @ldn-health.bsky.social @joannemccartney.bsky.social @vitalstrategies.org @who.int #cities4health

New analysis from @theifs.bsky.social adding more weight to the role that poor mental health - is playing in the rise in disability benefit claims.

This problem will only be addressed through a concerted prevention strategy that puts in place the building blocks of good health.

It’s your last chance to comment on London’s new Police and Crime Plan - the consultation ends at midnight on Wednesday, and there’s plenty in there about taking a public health approach to policing and crime 🙌
www.london.gov.uk/programmes-s...

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Underfunding public health is a false economy - we need more investment in prevention if the NHS is to achieve the goals of its Long Term Plan.

I worked with MOPAC on this a while ago, to help them consider how a consistent appropriate adults service can help to tackle health inequalities for some of our most vulnerable Londoners. I am so pleased to see this has come to fruition.

I’m having a great day in Bristol at the UK & Ireland Fast-Track Cities Unconference 2025. It’s so inspiring to meet with colleagues from across the four nations to find new ways of sharing learning and working together. @londonftci.bsky.social @ldn-health.bsky.social #fasttrack2025

And not forgetting @profkevinfenton.bsky.social , @doitldn.bsky.social and @sexualhealthldn.bsky.social giving evidence – London is working hard to end new HIV transmissions, but we can’t afford to be complacent or take our foot off the gas! @ldn-health.bsky.social @londonftci.bsky.social

Today the London Assembly is scrutinising London’s response to HIV, in its second session on this topic. It’s always great to hear from grassroots HIV organisations as well as our international colleagues at GGD Amsterdam. @positiveeast.bsky.social @bashhuk.bsky.social

GP have such a huge role in transforming the treatment & care of people living with HIV. I’m proud to celebrate the first Pan-London network of GPs, & hope this is just the start. @ldn-health.bsky.social @londonftci.bsky.social

And here’s me, using the force to activate our public health levers in London

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Great presentation from @profkevinfenton.bsky.social at today’s Public Health Workforce conference in London

Chief Medical Officer's annual report - health in cities 2024 annual report from Chief Medical Officer, Professor Chris Whitty, focusing on health in cities.

What’s that, Professor Chris Whitty? You say that London’s Fast Track Cities programme is a shining beacon of good practice? Why thank you, Sir! www.gov.uk/government/n...

This is where I work and what I do

So proud to be part of this!

It was such a fabulous night and a huge fundraising achievement - you are Daisy should be very proud of yourselves X

The way that most people use sexual health services has changed a lot, if you want to help improve those services (and get a gift card for your time) look at this

Don't miss London's biggest World AIDS Day event!

On 27th November, join us at Daisy Puller's 4th Annual Cabaret with special guests!

Purchase pay it forward tickets or donate directly to Positively UK on the event page!

Book your tickets before it's too late! link.outsavvy.com/wadcabaret2024