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In this series, Public Health Spotlight explores the diverse landscape of public health, shining a light on the dedicated professionals who shape and safeguard the nation’s health. From Directors of Public Health to experts, researchers, and leaders across the field, we delve into the stories, challenges, and innovations that define public health today.
Listeners will hear from a range of voices across the UK, including England, Scotland, Wales, and the UK Crown Dependencies. Our guests will share their experiences, successes, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way, offering invaluable insights and inspiration for current and future public health leaders.
Join us as we spotlight public health professionals from various regions, including Birmingham, Sheffield, Swindon, Camden, East Sussex, and many more. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an aspiring leader, or simply passionate about public health, this series is designed to inform, inspire, and connect you with the stories that matter.
EPISODE 16-Exploring Public Health: Director Sandra Husbands Discusses Strategies and Community Engagement
In this episode of Public Health Spotlights, host Maisie Hockings welcomes Dr. Sandra Husbands, Director of Public Health at the London Borough of Hackney and the City of London. Dr. Sandra Husbands shares her extensive career journey in public health, from her initial medical training to her current role, highlighting a pivotal moment during her experience in Brazil where she recognised the critical role of better living conditions in disease prevention.
Episode 15
East Sussex County Council
Maisie Hockings sits down with Darrell Gale, the Director of Public Health for East Sussex County Council.
Episode 14
Islington Council
This episode explores the pressing issue of gambling-related harm, featuring insights from Leanne Downie of Betknowmore UK, alongside local authority representatives from Islington Council, John Woolf and Flora Williamson
Episode 13
NHS Highland
Mia Collett sits down with Tim Allison, the Director of Public Health for NHS Highland.
Episode 12
North Northamptonshire Council
Mia Collett sits down with Jane Bethea, the Director of Public Health for North Northamptonshire Council.
Episode 11
Wiltshire Council
Mia Collett sits down with Kate Blackburn, the Director of Public Health for Wiltshire Council.
Episode 10
UK Health Security Agency
Maisie is joined by Louise Smith, the Deputy Director of Revalidation and Clinical Governance at the UK Health Security Agency
Episode 9
Swindon Borough Council
Mia Collet is joined by Steve Maddern, the Director of Public Health at Swindon Borough Council.
Episode 8
London Borough of Haringey Council
Maisie is joined by Angharad Shambler, Senior Public Health Strategist within Health Protection
Episode 7
Cardiff & Vale University Health Board
Mia is joined by Claire Beynon, the Executive Director of Public Health.
Episode 6
Nottingham City Council
Mia is joined by Lucy Hubber, Director of Public Health.
Episode 5
Liverpool City Council
Maisie is joined by James Woolgar, Advanced Public Health Practitioner for Sexual Health.
Episode 4
Camden Council
Maisie is joined by Kirsten Walters, Director of Public Health.
Episode 3
Lincolnshire County Council
Mia sits down with Derek Ward, Director of Public Health.
Episode 1
Birmingham City Council
Maisie is joined by Dr Justin Varney, Director of Public Health.
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Health & Social Care Roles
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Programme Lead (Children's Services Transformation)
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Panoramic Associates are supporting our Local Authority client in the North of England with a Programme Lead (Children’s Services Transformation) to lead on the Family First Programme for an...
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- Rebecca Martin
- Lead Principal Delivery Consultant
