Reference Materials

Toward an economy of wellbeing: The economic impact of the Welsh healthcare sector

In this paper, the economic importance of the healthcare sector to the Welsh economy is explored. We use a large number of data sources for the UK and Welsh economy […]

Published on: 26th October 2022

Reference type: Article

Facilitators, barriers and views on the role of public health institutes in promoting and using health impact assessment: An international virtual scoping survey and expert interviews

Public health institutes have an important role in promoting and protecting the health and well-being of populations. A key focus of such institutes are the wider determinants of health, embracing […]

Authors: Liz Green, Kathryn Ashton, Lee Parry-Williams, Mariana Dyakova, Timo Clemens, Mark Bellis

Published on: 16th October 2022

Reference type: Journal

Parental adverse childhood experiences and perpetration of child physical punishment in Wales

In 2022, Wales joined the growing number of countries to ban physical punishment of children in all settings. Using data collected a year prior to legislative change, this study explores […]

Authors: Karen Hughes, Kat Ford, Mark Bellis, Rebekah Amos

Published on: 4th October 2022

Reference type: Journal

Cost of health inequality to the NHS in Wales

This research aims to estimate the financial cost of inequality to the NHS in Wales, focusing on the additional healthcare use associated with deprivation. Using whole-population hospital service data, the […]

Published on: 16th September 2022

Reference type: Article

The public health impact of loneliness during the COVID‑19 pandemic

Social distancing measures have been effective in mitigating the spread of COVID-19; however, they have imposed a significant burden on population mental health and well-being. This study established an association […]

Authors: James Allen, Oliver Darlington, Karen Hughes, Mark Bellis

Published on: 31st August 2022

Reference type: Journal

Exploring the social value of Public Health Institutes: An international scoping survey and expert interviews

This research aims to gain a better understanding of approaches to measuring the holistic value of public health services and interventions, using a mixed methods approach through an online internationally […]

Authors: Kathryn Ashton, Liz Green, Lee Parry-Williams, Mariana Dyakova, Mark Bellis, Timo Clemens

Published on: 17th August 2022

Reference type: Article

Public engagement survey on health and wellbeing during coronavirus measures – August 2022

Public Health Wales conducted a public engagement telephone survey to ask members of the public in Wales how coronavirus and related control measures are affecting their health and wellbeing. This […]

Authors: Karen Hughes, Natasha Judd, Mark Bellis

Published on: 10th August 2022

Reference type: Research and evidence

Influencing the health gap in Wales: Decomposition analysis discussion paper

The aim of this discussion paper is to help inform further policy action and potential solutions in order to reduce the health gap in Wales and beyond.It provides a snapshot […]

Authors: James Allen, Andrew Cotter-Roberts, Oliver Darlington, Rebecca Masters, Mark Bellis, Mariana Dyakova

Published on: 25th July 2022

Reference type: Research and evidence

Adverse childhood experiences and their relationship with poor sexual health outcomes: Results from four cross-sectional surveys

Improving understanding of risk factors for risky sexual behaviour is fundamental to achieve better population sexual health. This study explored associations between ACEs and poor sexual health outcomes in the […]

Authors: Catherine Sharp, Karen Hughes, Mark Bellis, Kat Ford, Sara Wood, Hannah Madden

Published on: 21st July 2022

Reference type: Journal

The use of mobile phone applications to enhance personal safety from interpersonal violence. An overview of available smartphone applications in the United Kingdom

Interpersonal violence has devastating implications for individuals, families, and communities across the globe, placing a significant burden on health, justice, and social welfare systems. Smartphone technology may provide a platform […]

Authors: Karen Hughes, Natasha Judd, Kat Ford, Mark Bellis, Nel Griffith

Published on: 15th June 2022

Reference type: Journal