Medway Community Healthcare

30/09/2025

People aged 75-79 can get a free vaccination to protect themselves from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common lung infection that can lead to serious illnesses like pneumonia.

Read more about RSV vaccination here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv/

26/09/2025

Getting vaccinated while you’re pregnant helps protect your baby, visit the NHS webpage to learn more. 💙

🔗 https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/vaccinations/

23/09/2025

For tips, tricks and to track your progress, download the NHS Quit Smoking App here https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking

22/09/2025

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can cause lung infections like bronchiolitis, making it difficult for newborn babies to breathe and causing 20,000 infants to need hospital treatment each year.

Talk to your GP or maternity service to schedule yours from 28 weeks of pregnancy.

21/09/2025

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17/09/2025

The last few weeks have seen an increase in intimidating and abusive messaging and activity across the country; and in a world of social media and ‘always on’ news, we know that for many people this feels overwhelming.

This type of behaviour and language is unacceptable and will not be tolerated at MCH or across the wider NHS. The care and treatment we provide is fair, equitable, compassionate and representative of the people we serve. We do not tolerate racism or abusive and inappropriate behaviour towards our patients or staff.

Please, be kind, mindful of your language and behaviour, and be respectful and compassionate of all beliefs and needs.

17/09/2025

Stoptober is coming this October, and we are ready to support you. Let's quit smoking together. https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/staying-smoke-free/

16/09/2025

The NHS has released a toolkit for parents and carers to help keep their children happy and healthy during the new school year.

Parents can download the handy guide for five to 11-year-olds, which has useful information about health services, vaccinations, and mental health.

Find out more:

Your GP practice or pharmacist will not generally give you a prescription for medicines for a range of common childhood illnesses. Instead, these over-the-counter medicines are available to buy in a local pharmacy or supermarket.

12/09/2025

Coughs and colds are common from this time of year onwards, but parents should remember that antibiotics aren’t usually the answer. If you need medical help, visit www.StopThinkChoose.co.uk

11/09/2025

Keeping track of your blood pressure and taking action to control it could be life-saving. A blood pressure check helps determine whether your levels are within a healthy range, or if they’re too high or too low.
Discover where you can get a free blood pressure check in Kent and Medway:
👉 Kent and Medway NHS: https://www.kentandmedway.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/local-services/free-blood-pressure-checks?fbclid=IwY2xjawMvsoxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFRZlBBemdQTGZMVzdjRTdUAR7jF1DBrNXtc1aL2tXjLL9O846jpUXrqlLkpWRl3F9YJG5DgA1U1VDuD0Pmvw_aem_diybffArhsqDIwml-tNcaQ

If your blood pressure is outside the healthy range, it’s important to speak with your GP or a healthcare professional.

Keeping track of your blood pressure and taking action to control it could be life-saving. A blood pressure check helps determine whether your levels are within a healthy range, or if they’re too high or too low.

Discover where you can get a free blood pressure check in Kent and Medway:
👉 Kent and Medway NHS: https://www.kentandmedway.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/local-services/free-blood-pressure-checks

If your blood pressure is outside the healthy range, it’s important to speak with your GP or a healthcare professional.

09/09/2025

Make sure you are ready to cope with any back-to-school illness or injury.
Keep a well-stocked medicine cabinet at home with the basic essentials, such as paracetamol, ibuprofen, cold remedies, indigestion treatment and antihistamine.
Find information about NHS services for children at www.StopThinkChoose.co.uk