Public Health Resource Centre, Technorth, 9 Harrogate Road, Leeds (2026)

20/03/2026

🌟 Did you know?
The Family Planning Association (FPA) patient library is hosted on the PHRC website and offers a wide range of reliable, up‑to‑date resources you can access online!
Their guides cover:
🟣 Contraception
🟢 STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections)
🟡 Pregnancy, birth and menopause
All resources are designed to support your health and wellbeing with clear, evidence-based information you can trust.
👉 Explore more on the FPA website and empower yourself with knowledge - https://orlo.uk/KWPGz

20/03/2026

🌼 International Day of Happiness
Supporting positive wellbeing across Leeds starts with the little things we do every day — and the Public Health Resource Centre is here to help.
Whether you work in a community, educational, or healthcare setting, our collection of happiness‑themed books and evidence‑based resources can support conversations about wellbeing, resilience and healthy habits.
From boosting mood and movement, to building connection and reflection, our materials can help you promote positive mental wellbeing in the people and communities you work with.
📚 Explore our wellbeing and happiness resources by visiting the PHRC or browsing online:
👉 https://orlo.uk/QydIL
Together, we can help create a happier and healthier Leeds. 💛

19/03/2026

We are pleased to announce the launch of the new ‘Fairer Healthier Leeds: Health Equity Development Programme’, developed as part of a citywide partnership.

The training is free and aimed at Health and Care staff and will give the skills and confidence to embed equitable and inclusive practice in your role to help reduce health inequalities in Leeds.
The programme offers different levels to support action on health inequalities at every tier of the workforce:
• Level 1 – Essential Knowledge eLearning
• Level 2 – Reducing Inequalities in Public-Facing Roles
• Level 3 – Service Improvement for Leaders and Managers
Further information and how to book can be found on the Health and Care Academy website .https://orlo.uk/weQ49

19/03/2026

March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. The PHRC has some great information about prostate cancer in stock, perfect to use for stalls, community talks and 1 to 1 conversations.

• Leaflet: Spot Prostate Cancer Early (L392)
• Leaflet: Prostate cancer and other prostate problems: information for black men (L390)
• Leaflet: Having tests for prostate cancer (L389)
• Leaflet: Know your prostate: a quick guide (L393)

Find out more about prostate cancer including signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and support at https://orlo.uk/Prostate_Cancer_NHS_OZLZ6

18/03/2026

📢 FPA (Family Planning Association) Resources Available
Supporting our communities with reliable, inclusive, and accessible sexual health information is an important part of our public health work.
We have a dedicated Family Planning Association (FPA) resource link to our website, giving you quick access to trusted information on:
✔ Contraception options
✔ Sexual health and wellbeing
✔ Pregnancy choices
✔ Healthy relationships
✔ Support for parents, carers, and young people
These evidence‑based resources can help you signpost individuals and communities to the right support at the right time.
👉 Explore the FPA resources here: https://orlo.uk/https___www_leeds_gov_uk_phrc_resources_useful-links_Ek2K3
Please take a moment to familiarise yourself with the materials and share them within your teams and networks.
Together, we can help ensure Leeds receives accurate, high‑quality information when they need it.

18/03/2026

March 24 marks World Tuberculosis (TB) Day. The 2026 global theme is “Yes! We can end TB. Led by countries. Powered by communities.” - signifying the collective action needed from governments, organisations and communities to reduce TB rates.

Although TB is preventable and treatable, it remains one of the world’s leading causes of death from an infectious disease.

Key messages for World TB Day:
• Don’t ignore a persistent cough (lasting 3+ weeks) or ongoing cold/flu-like symptoms - think TB and contact your GP.
• TB is an airborne infection and can affect anyone.
• TB is curable, and treatment is highly effective.
• TB treatment is free for everyone in UK, regardless of immigration status.
• With treatment, majority with active TB become non-infectious within around two weeks.
• If you are eligible, get tested for latent TB - further information on screening is available here: Tuberculosis (TB) - Leeds Community Healthcare

If you would like to access TB awareness resources, the following leaflets are available to order from the Public Health Resource Centre:

• The Truth About TB: What should I know about latent TB? (L196) – A5 leaflet
• The Truth About TB: What should I know about TB? (L197) – A5 leaflet
• TB: Don’t wait ’til it wakes (L199) – wallet-sized card

17/03/2026

🌿 Step Away. Step Outside. Step Forward.
In the middle of busy schedules, meetings and deadlines, it can be difficult to prioritise wellbeing. However, something as simple as a short walk at lunchtime can have a meaningful impact on both mental and physical health.

Taking 15–20 minutes to step outside and move your body can:

• Improve concentration and productivity
• Reduce stress and mental fatigue
• Support physical health and posture
• Create space for clearer thinking and decision-making

Adding a mindful element to your walk can enhance the benefits even further. Try:

🔹 Noticing your breathing and slowing it down
🔹 Observing your surroundings — sounds, colours, movement
🔹 Leaving your phone in your pocket
🔹 Letting go of the morning and mentally resetting for the afternoon

Wellbeing at work isn’t just about large initiatives — it’s about small, consistent habits that support resilience and performance.

This week, we encourage colleagues across the organisation to take a mindful lunchtime walk where possible. Even a short break can make a difference.

Let’s look after our wellbeing, together.

17/03/2026

Want To Know More About... Healthy Places
Monday 23 March 2026, 10am to 11:30am
This session is for anyone who is interested in learning how different environments impact our physical and mental health, and to empower individuals and communities to influence the shape of their future environments through understanding of the planning process.

The webinar will cover:

an overview of Public Health’s role in the planning process
a brief look at the history of the planning system and social determinants of health
why does planning matter? Practical examples of the way in which homes and infrastructure can make our lives better or worse
what planners and PH can and cannot do
why your involvement matters
The session will be delivered by Elaine Saul, Health Improvement Specialist, Leeds City Council, Public Health - Healthy Places Team

Visit Eventbrite to book your place https://orlo.uk/Eventbrite_yJTpR

13/03/2026

📚💗 Celebrate Mothers & Motherhood This Mother’s Day 💗📚
This Mother’s Day, we’re highlighting our collection of books that support, uplift, and empower anyone on the journey of motherhood — and those who care for them.
Explore titles on:
🌷 Love and connection
💛 Navigating loss and grief
🤱 Support for new mums
🌼 Caring for mothers’ wellbeing
💗 Self love, self esteem & confidence
🌱 Personal growth and resilience
Whether you’re a parent, supporting parents, or simply want to better understand the experiences of motherhood, our resources are here for you.
📍 Available to borrow from the Public Health Resource Centre (PHRC)
Come find something meaningful for yourself, your teams, or the families you support.

12/03/2026

March is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. The PHRC has some great information about prostate cancer in stock, perfect to use for stalls, community talks and 1 to 1 conversations.

• Leaflet: Spot Prostate Cancer Early (L392)
• Leaflet: Prostate cancer and other prostate problems: information for black men (L390)
• Leaflet: Having tests for prostate cancer (L389)
• Leaflet: Know your prostate: a quick guide (L393)

Find out more about prostate cancer including signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and support at https://orlo.uk/Prostate_Cancer_NHS_suHJ4

11/03/2026

📚 National Year of Reading – Discover the Public Health Resource Centre

As part of the National Year of Reading, we’re encouraging colleagues across the organisation to rediscover the power of reading — for learning, professional development and wellbeing.

Did you know we have a dedicated library at the Public Health Resource Centre?

The resource centre offers access to a wide range of materials to support your work and personal development, including:

• Public health research and evidence-based resources
• Health improvement and prevention materials
• Leadership and professional development books
• Wellbeing and resilience resources

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your knowledge base, support a current project, or simply take time to read and recharge, the library is here for you.

Reading supports continuous learning, critical thinking and mental wellbeing — all key to delivering the best outcomes for our communities.

We invite colleagues to visit the Public Health Resource Centre, explore what’s available, and be part of the National Year of Reading.

📍 Drop in, browse, and discover something new.

11/03/2026

A smoke-free life starts with a smoke-free day! No Smoking Day on 11 March is a great first quit day, and we have a selection of leaflets to support with this campaign and beyond:

Va**ng is at least 95% less harmful than smoking (L319) - This leaflet provides information on e-cigarettes and va**ng as a stop-smoking aid. It highlights the risks to health from smoking to***co products, and also where to go to for support to quit smoking.

Va**ng and e-cigarettes: the facts for parents and carers (L318) - This leaflet supports parents and carers to have conversations with children about va**ng.

Now is the best time to quit (L306) - This leaflet highlights that stopping smoking is one of the best things we can do for our health. It provides information on the various ways to quit and contact details for Leeds Stop Smoking Services.

Quit smoking (L305) - This ten-sided wallet card promotes the benefits of quitting smoking and the range of free support available to those wishing to quit.

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