The LivIPL Podcast

Public Health-Stronger City: From Ice Cream Sellers to the Houses of Parliament with Prof. Matt Ashton


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In this episode, Danny builds on previous IPL conversations about public health and its rich history in the city of Liverpool with the current incumbent of the historical, world-first role of Director of Public Health - Prof Matt Ashton. Matt’s personal and professional life are inherently linked to Public Health in the city, and he goes as far as mobile ice cream vendors and faith leaders when discussing the IPL impact on the wellbeing of our people. References to the city's prominent role in the Covid-19 response highlight the cities global impact. Prof Ashton and his team are not showing any signs of stopping in the quest for a healthier population - including some angles you might not classically think of. 

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