The White Paper Issue (2004)

The different things that I am focusing on in the 21st century are the white paper issues, Health Protection Agencies and Public Health Agencies. The White Paper is on public health. It supports the public to make them healthier and so they are taught about more choices to do with their health.

The government applied rules on this issue for smoking, obesity, diet, exercise, sexual health, alcohol, mental health and on general health.

You may have noticed that obesity, diet, exercise, sexual health and mental health are new issues to this century.

Health Protection Agencies

Health protection agencies provide protection to the UK's public health - though provision of support, NHS, local authorities, emergencies, and other health services.

They

• Protect people.
• Prevent harm.
• Prepare for threats.
• Collect data.
• Provide independent testing and support to many groups and organisations.

An example of a health protection agency is The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence.

Public Health Agencies

The Department of Health provides a health and social care policy, guidance, and publications for NHS and social care professionals. They are similar to health protection agencies as they are in place to help improve people’s health.