Local health boards were invited to put forward teams that took part in regional heats over the summer, before the grand final, which has just taken place.
The study authors warn of the rising cost of treating tooth decay, obesity and diabetes if the issue is not addressed and propose targeting school and hospital meals and the introduction of a sugar
The team which led the week – Caroline Lecko, patient safety lead for NHS England, Derek Johnson, Nutrition & Hydration Week lead for the National Association of Care Catering (NACC) and Andy J
And the HCA has joined forces with BFF to produce a comprehensive guide for hospital caterers wanting to take part.
In an open letter to the Chief Medical Officer for England, Professor Dame Sally Davies – timed to coincide with the start of the new school term – the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP)
Announcing the publication today of the Hospital Food Standards Panel’s report, health secretary Jeremy Hunt said its recommendations would be ‘legally binding’ on all hospitals.
She says: “Going into hospital is often a very worrying experience.
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Dr Louis Levy, nutrition advice team manager at Public Health England, said the guidance contained useful information and tips to help commissioners, procurers, suppliers and caterers to buy, cook
Siobhain McDonagh, MP for Mitcham and Morden, delivered the millionth meal of the contract to 102-year-old Mrs Olive Keepin at her home in Colliers Wood on July 31st.