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OAG 045 – January 2025

Let’s talk about children: How to support the psychosocial wellbeing of those who need it most

Growing up in precarity is hard, especially when the adults around you face their own mental health challenges. Let’s Talk about Children is a short, evidence-based, and child-centred psychosocial intervention to break the cycle of mental health problems, particularly among children in vulnerable situations. Marcel Marchetti, from Mental Health Europe, shares how it’s working in Europe today.

When retrofitting highlights underlying existing issues

The HC Legionella team specialises in legionella control and water hygiene for the healthcare, industrial, and commercial sectors. They share an example of their work here.

Why the pharmaceutical industry must go green

Health Care Without Harm aims to transform global healthcare to minimize its environmental impact and promote sustainability. Lorna Rothery spoke to the team about the effects of pharmaceutical pollution and the necessity for the industry to adopt greener practices.

The state of U.S. executive pay today

Stephen F. O’Byrne, President of Shareholder Value Advisors Inc., provides an insightful analysis of the current state of U.S. executive pay The basic objectives of...

Unlocking the full value of life-course immunization: A key to sustainable healthcare

An ageing population, rising antimicrobial resistance, and the ongoing threat of infectious and chronic diseases are placing immense pressure on our societies. A shift to a preventative approach is necessary for the efficiency and sustainability of our healthcare systems. Central to this shift is the often-underutilized tool of life-course immunization.

Healthy soils, resilient farms: U.S. soil conservation lessons

David Green, Policy Advisor, and Maite Caballero, Researcher, from the U.S. Sustainability Alliance, examine healthy soils and resilient farms, focusing on lessons learned from U.S. soil conservation.

Damp, condensation and mould: How to spot a healthy building

Damp, condensation and mould are unsightly aspects of a building but, did you know they are only ‘symptoms’ of a problem and finding the root cause is vital in rectifying them.

Advancing brain health in Europe: Looking ahead with key priorities and initiatives

The European Brain Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting brain research and improving the lives of the estimated 179 million Europeans living with brain conditions. Here, they discuss efforts aimed at enhancing care and raising awareness about brain health in Europe.

Preparing for the Procurement Act 2023

Crown Commercial Service guides us through how to prepare for the Procurement Act 2023.

Self-Care: A Pillar of Modern Public Health

The AESGP is a non-profit organization that represents the manufacturers of non-prescription medicines, food supplements, and self-care medical devices in Europe; here, they explore the importance of self-care policies, supported by evidence on their economic, social, and health benefits.

Open source and digital transformation in local government

Tim Hunt, Comms Lead from LocalGov Drupal, explores open source and digital transformation within local government.

The value of platform engineering

Solid foundations. Operate consistently. Innovate securely. These three principles guide all our efforts and translate to a single word: value.

The fishing industry’s role in protecting the marine environment

Phil Haslam, Managing Director of the North Atlantic Fishing Company, argues that the fishing industry must delicately balance its essential food production role with the need to protect the marine environment.

The promise of digital pathology in transforming cancer diagnosis

Philips explains how digital pathology accelerates the pathway to personalized cancer care.

Education: Enhancing children’s health and well-being

Open Access Government delves into some of the priorities of UNESCO, including children’s health, well-being and education.

Speeding up cancer diagnosis: Sel cancer alliance partners with SAH diagnostics to help improve its patient waiting times

As the NHS grapples with ongoing diagnostic delays, our 28-day prostate pathway is delivering faster results for our partners.

Investing in Britain’s satellite intelligence

Forbes McKenzie, CEO of McKenzie Intelligence Services, explores investments in Britain’s satellite intelligence, strategically focusing on our core strengths.

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