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03/11/2025

🎇 Bonfire Night is here - and it’s a time for fun, but also for staying safe! 🔥 Before you light those fireworks and dig into all the good food, here’s what to watch out for:

🍗 Food Safety / Food Poisoning
• Don’t let food sit out too long - especially meats or salads
• Keep raw and cooked foods separate
• Store leftovers promptly at safe temperatures

🔥 Fire & Fireworks Safety
• Always follow firework instructions carefully
• Keep a safe distance
• Never relight a dud firework
• Always supervise children
• Have a bucket of water or hose nearby in case of fire
👉 Safety info:
https://ow.ly/b3YI50XjLhX
https://bonfire-night-safety.co.uk
https://www.firstaid.co.uk/fireworks-safety--first-aid/

🚑 First Aid for Firework Injuries
• Minor burns: cool under running water for 10+ minutes
• Seek medical help for deeper burns, wounds, or if you see smoke inhalation symptoms
• Use sterile dressings, don’t apply creams or adhesives until checked

Have a safe and happy Bonfire Night! 🎆

02/11/2025

💙 It’s not too late to get your flu vaccine!

Everyone aged 65 and over is eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine.

You might think you don’t need it because you’re feeling well — but people aged 65 and over are at higher risk of flu-related complications and need that extra protection.

Even if you had your flu jab last year, it’s important to get one again this year to stay protected through the winter. 💉

Help protect yourself and those around you.

31/10/2025

Health Myths Debunked - Watch now

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31/10/2025

🎃🔪 Thinking of carving up a spooky pumpkin this Halloween? Before you do, here’s how to stay safe - and how to keep your sugar intake in check 👻🍬

How to carve a pumpkin safely:
🛠️ Use a clean, dry, well-lit area with a sturdy surface.
🧼 Wash and thoroughly dry your hands and tools to avoid slips.
🛡️ Use a proper pumpkin carving kit (small serrated saws) instead of large kitchen knives.
🔄 Always cut away from your body and use small, controlled motions.
👨‍👩‍👧 Leave the carving to adults; kids can draw the design or scoop out pulp.
⚠️ If you get cut and heavy bleeding continues for more than 15 minutes, seek medical care.

Too many sweets can impact your health in more ways than one.
Read how sugar affects your body and tips for moderating consumption:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/food-types/how-does-sugar-in-our-diet-affect-our-health/

Balance is everything - carve safely, enjoy treats mindfully, and take care.

30/10/2025

🤰💉 Flu protection for you and your baby

If you're pregnant, you can now get your free flu vaccine to help protect both you and your baby over the autumn and winter months.

It’s safe to have the vaccine at any stage of pregnancy — and it even helps protect your baby during their first few months of life. 💙

📅 Book your flu vaccine today with your GP practice, maternity service provider, or local pharmacy.

30/10/2025

🤰💙 Protect yourself and your baby from flu

The flu vaccine is safe at any stage of pregnancy and helps protect both you and your baby.

Getting vaccinated not only keeps you healthy but also passes on some protection to your baby for their first few months of life. 🌸

📅 Book your free flu vaccine today through your GP practice, maternity service provider, or local pharmacy.

30/10/2025

Oral Contraception from Your Local Pharmacy
💊 Did you know you may be able to get oral contraception directly from your local pharmacy without needing a GP appointment?

As part of the NHS Pharmacy First and Pharmacy Contraception Service, trained pharmacists can:
✔ Discuss your options
✔ Supply your pill (including repeats)
✔ Offer advice on safe and effective use

It’s quick, convenient, and confidential.
Find out more by speaking to your local participating pharmacy today.

29/10/2025

Movember is coming up - and we’re calling on everyone who cares about men’s mental health.

Globally, 3 out of 4 suicides are men. That’s 1 man every 60 seconds.
This isn’t just a statistic - it’s someone’s brother, father, partner, or friend 💔🕯️

It’s time to stop the silence. It’s time to unite.

Together, we can:
🧪 Fund life-saving mental health research
📚 Support training and education
🫂 Provide real help for those in crisis

💥 Ready to take action?
👉 Register, grow a Mo, fundraise or simply spread the word:
https://movember.com/register

✊🏽 Let’s change the face of men’s health together.

28/10/2025

🚭 Amazing work – no matter where you’re at!

If you’ve completed 28 days smoke-free, fantastic – you’re now 5 times more likely to quit for good! 🎉
If you’ve completed just one day or one week, keep going – every day counts! 💪

You’ve done the best thing for your health by quitting smoking.

To stay on track as a non-smoker, check out some helpful tips here:
https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/staying-smoke-free/

27/10/2025

👧🧒💙 Protect your little one this winter!

Starting this year, some pharmacies are now offering FREE flu nasal spray vaccines for 2 to 3 year olds.

It’s quick, safe and helps protect your child — and those around them — from flu this winter. ❄️💉

👉 Find a participating pharmacy near you and get your little one booked in today!

27/10/2025

Black History Month is a time to honour culture, celebrate resilience, and spotlight important health conversations 🧠💬

🎯 Did you know? People of Black African & Caribbean heritage in the UK are more likely to develop:
🩺 Type 2 diabetes
💢 High blood pressure (hypertension)
❤️‍🩹 And face a higher risk of heart disease, kidney issues & stroke

But knowledge = power 💡💪
Let’s take action together:
🍽️ Eat for your heart & blood sugar (think more veggies, less salt!)
🏃🏽‍♂️ Move that body daily
🧪 Get regular checks - blood pressure & diabetes screenings can be life-saving
🫱🏾‍🫲🏽 Talk to your family - sharing this info could change lives

🧭 Start here:
👉 https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about-diabetes/type-2-diabetes/diabetes-ethnicity

This month, let’s rise together in strength, in knowledge, and in health 🖤✨

24/10/2025

💉 Protect yourself this winter!
If you’re eligible, you can now book your NHS COVID-19 vaccine.

You can get your jab if you:
➡️ Are aged 75 or over
➡️ Are aged 6 months to 74 years and have a weakened immune system due to a health condition or treatment
➡️ Live in a care home for older adults

✅ You don’t need to wait for an invitation!