People over Profit: Changing the Goal for a Healthier, Fairer Future
Rob Noonan, Professor of Public Health, University of Chester
Professorial Inaugural Lecture
Health is our most precious asset. Health also functions as a social barometer. Disease rates, life expectancy, and years lived in good health indicate how well a society is functioning. In the United Kingdom, there are clear signs that society could be functioning better. Life expectancy is stalling and, in some cases, falling. Health inequalities are widening, and interconnected crises of obesity and mental ill-health are worsening. Yet, despite these red flags, there remains a persistent reluctance to acknowledge the role that continued economic growth plays in driving these trends.
In this lecture, Professor Rob Noonan will challenge the dominant narrative that economic growth is the solution to society’s problems, arguing instead that its relentless pursuit often undermines progress toward health goals. He will challenge conventional thinking that there are no desirable alternatives and will provide a roadmap for how we might build a healthier, fairer future.
Tea and coffee will be served beforehand and a complimentary drink will be available afterwards.
Exton Park is centrally located in Chester, and accessible via the M53, A483, A41, A56, and public transport from the city centre.
Address
University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, CH1 4BJThe Greenway Gate, accessible between 7am – 9pm with your University pass, is located at the back of the overflow car park and is the nearest point of access to the Millennium Greenway cycle path that connects to routes throughout the city.
Bache train station is a 15-minute walk from Exton Park and Chester railway station is a 20-minute walk. Arriva 1A and Arriva 1 run frequent services that stop with a short walk to Exton Park. All three Park and Ride routes, PR1, PR2 and PR3 have connections within walking distance to Exton Park.
Parking on campus is limited, so we recommend using public transport and/or walking if possible.