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30/07/2025

On International Friendship Day, remember: you don’t need to have all the answers to be there for someone. A simple message, a listening ear, or a kind gesture can make all the difference. 🤝 Supporting a friend’s mental health starts with showing you care.

Find helpful tips and support here:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/supporting-others/

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28/07/2025

Today is World Hepatitis Day – a global call to eliminate hepatitis as a public health threat. 🦠 Hepatitis can affect anyone, but it’s preventable, treatable, and in many cases, curable.
💛 Know the facts, get tested, and take action:
👉 https://www.worldhepatitisday.org

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25/07/2025

Today is National Schizophrenia Day – a chance to challenge stigma and raise understanding. Schizophrenia is a serious but treatable mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves.

💬 Let’s talk openly, support each other, and learn the facts:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/schizophrenia/overview/

23/07/2025

🇬🇧 If you’ve served in the UK Armed Forces, your health matters — and your NHS GP needs to know about your service!

We are here to help veterans get the tailored care and support they deserve. Whether it’s mental health support through Op COURAGE or physical health help via Op RESTORE, registering your service with your GP means better, personalised care.

No matter how long you served or when you left, updating your GP is simple and essential. Help spread the word and look after your health!

Find out more here: www.nhs.uk/veterans

21/07/2025

Drug-seeking behaviour can be a sign that someone is struggling with addiction – and they may not know how to ask for help. If you or someone you care about is caught in a cycle of dependence, support is available.

🛑 You’re not alone. The first step is reaching out:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/addiction-support/drug-addiction-getting-help/

18/07/2025

🦟 Ouch! Bitten or stung? Most insect bites and stings are harmless – but knowing how to treat them can help ease pain, swelling and itching.

🌿 From bee stings to mosquito bites, here’s what to do (and when to seek help):
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/insect-bites-and-stings/

16/07/2025

16/07/2025

Bonding with your baby is about more than cuddles – it’s the start of a lifelong relationship 💞 Whether it’s eye contact, talking, or responding to their needs, every small moment counts.

Discover simple ways to build a strong, loving connection:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/start-for-life/baby/baby-basics/bonding-with-your-baby/building-a-close-relationship-with-your-baby/

14/07/2025

Feeling lonely can affect anyone – at any age, and at any time.
You’re not alone in feeling this way, and support is available 💬🤝

Discover simple steps to feel more connected and look after your mental health:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/lifes-challenges/loneliness/

11/07/2025

🤒 High fever, sore throat and a red rash? It could be scarlet fever – a highly contagious infection that mostly affects children.

📋 Early treatment with antibiotics can help stop it spreading and speed up recovery.
Know the signs and what to do:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/scarlet-fever/

10/07/2025

A valuable community event coming up in Doncaster for LGBTQIA+ individuals:
Coffee and Chat Open Morning
📅 21st July 2025
🕚 11:00am
📍 Sober Social, 18 Priory Place, Doncaster, DN1 1BZ
An opportunity to connect, share your experiences, and help shape future support groups and workshops with the team at Project 6. Open to all – your voice matters.
For more details, contact Paul Walker at:
📧 paul.walker@project6.org.uk
📞 01302 360090 / 07976 545086
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09/07/2025

Melanoma is a serious type of skin cancer – but spotting the signs early can save lives. 🌞 🚨 Look out for changes in moles: size, shape, colour, or if they bleed or itch.

Know what to check and when to seek help:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/melanoma-skin-cancer/

Protect your skin. Protect your future. 💛