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This document outlines the Welsh Government's commitment to enhancing early years health and social outcomes. Highlighting sustainability as a core priority, the update reflects on the implications of health tracking, evidence synthesis, and effective implementation strategies. It underscores the importance of maternal nutrition and acknowledges past achievements in promoting child well-being. Through effective communication and engagement, the aim is to foster a brighter, sustainable future for children in Wales, ensuring that the priorities set today will lead to lasting improvements for generations to come.
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Early Years Pathfinder Update July 2012 A response to Welsh Government policy Goal: to drive forward improvement in early years health and social outcomes “I want a Wales fit for generations to come … What motivates me is doing my very best to ensure a brighter, sustainable future for [my grandchildren and their grandchildren] and every other child growing up in Wales today … [Therefore], top of the list … of our priorities which will continue to improve the quality of life for people today and in the future … is sustainability”Rhodri Morgan, First Minister, 8 February 2008 • Measuring and tracking health and well-being • Evidence synthesis • What should we be doing? • What will the impact be? • Communication and engagement • Driving forward improvement (implementation) Risk factors in pregnancy • Achievements so far Paranjothy, Palmer et al The role of maternal nutrition in the aetiology of gastroschisis: An incident case control study. IJE (accepted May 2012)