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29/11/2025

Return your walking aids ♻️

Finished with a walking stick, zimmer frame or crutches?

Please return them so they can be recycled, refurbished and used again - helping the NHS cut costs and reduce waste.

Drop-off locations:
• Vision Products, CF72 9HG
• Recycling Centre, Porth CF39 9BG
• Recycling Centre, Treforest CF37 1TE
• CTM Hospitals

More info on the Green CTM website.

27/11/2025

What is Help Me Quit?

Help Me Quit is a free NHS stop smoking service. With one-to-one support from a personal advisor and stop-smoking medications worth up to £250, you’re three times more likely to quit than going it alone.

Self-refer today:
• Call 0800 085 2219
• Text HMQ to 80818
• Request a callback on their website: www.helpmequit.wales

For more info watch: https://youtu.be/--0Ue0bNg2c | or to watch in Welsh https://youtu.be/SjjckvaY5C0

24/11/2025

Merthyr Tydfil Community Sing Along 🎶

Take part in an uplifting community sing along, every Thursday during term time at the Wellbeing Centre, Gellideg! 💜

🕑 2pm-4pm (singing starts 2:30pm-3:30pm)
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 For carers and the person they care for
🚐 Minibus pick-up available
☕ Refreshments provided

📅 No need to book – just come along!

A warm, welcoming space to enjoy music, laughter, and connection. We can’t wait to see you there! 💖

📞 01685 383929 for more info

22/11/2025

National Self-Care Week! 🎗️

💚 Why self-care matters

Looking after your physical health through regular exercise and balanced nutrition can boost immunity and energy levels.

Taking care of your mental health by staying connected with others and managing stress are vital for a healthy mind.

Find out more here: https://www.selfcareforum.org/events/self-care-week/

20/11/2025

Movember in Merthyr 🎗️

This November, join the global movement tackling men’s health issues.

What Movember supports:
🧠 Mental health & su***de prevention
👉Prostate cancer
🍒Testicular cancer

Get involved: https://uk.movember.com/about/foundation

31/10/2025

Whether you're dealing with new or ongoing pain, the free getUBetter app can support your recovery journey.

What the app helps with:
🧘‍♂️ New or ongoing back pain
🦵 Neck, shoulder, or knee pain
🤕 Sprains, strains, and joint injuries

Why use the app:
✅ Free for all residents
✅ Evidence-based exercises and advice
✅ Guidance from local physiotherapists
✅ Access to NHS services and support

How to get started:
1️⃣ Download the getUBetter app on iOS or Android
2️⃣ Enter your postcode and select your GP practice
3️⃣ Choose your condition and follow your personalised recovery plan

🏥 Need more help?
You can also access physiotherapy directly through your GP practice without needing a referral: https://www.healthymerthyr.co.uk/our-projects/physiotherapy-project/

Learn more here: https://www.healthymerthyr.co.uk/our-projects/getubetter-app/

23/10/2025

Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🎗️

Why it matters
✅ Education and early detection helps to save lives
✅ Regular self-exams help spot changes early
✅ Mammograms are vital for those aged 50–70

How to check
✅ Self-examine monthly: look for lumps, skin changes, or unusual pain
✅ Attend screenings when invited
✅ Consult your GP if you notice any changes

Find out more here: https://www.healthymerthyr.co.uk/our-blog/breast-cancer-awareness/

15/10/2025

🚭 Are you ready for Stoptober?

Thinking about quitting smoking? Now’s the perfect time to stop!

Why join in with Stoptober?
✅ 5 times more likely to quit for good if you stay smoke-free for 28 days
📱 Free support with the NHS Quit Smoking app, daily emails, and online communities
📝 Personalised Quit Plan tailored to your needs and goals

What happens when you quit?
⏰ After 20 minutes: Pulse returns to normal
🌬️ After 8 hours: Oxygen levels recover; carbon monoxide halved
👃 After 48 hours: Senses of taste and smell improve
🏃 After 2–12 weeks: Circulation improves; breathing becomes easier
💨 After 3–9 months: Lung function increases by up to 10%

Ready to quit? Visit: https://www.healthymerthyr.co.uk/our-blog/top-tips-to-quit-smoking/

03/10/2025

GetUBetter: Free self-management support App.

Dealing with muscle, bone, or joint pain? getUBetter is a free, evidence-based app designed to help you manage your condition at home, work, and on the move.

Key features:
🏥 Personalised recovery plans for back, neck, knee, and shoulder pain
🧠 Evidence-based advice and exercises
💬 Daily support and progress tracking
📱 Accessible on your smartphone anytime

How to get started:
Download the app from Apple App Store or Google Play Store
Select your condition from the list
Follow the personalised plan tailored to your needs

getUBetter helps you take control of your recovery and improve your wellbeing, one step at a time.

Find out more here: https://www.getubetter.com/

26/09/2025

☕🍰 Macmillan Coffee Morning 2025 🍰☕

The World’s Biggest Coffee Morning is back on Friday 26 September 2025 – and you can take part right here in Merthyr.

The annual Macmillan Coffee Morning is all about getting together over a cuppa and a slice of cake to help raise money for people living with cancer.

You can host your own event at home, at work, or in your community – or look out for coffee mornings happening locally.

Find out more, and sign up to host your own, here: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/coffee-morning

25/09/2025

Organ Donation Week 2025 🩷

📅 22–28 September

Every year, lives are saved thanks to organ donors - but sadly, hundreds of people across the UK won’t receive a transplant in time.

Just one donor can save or transform up to 9 lives.

Even though Wales has a deemed consent system (opt-out), it’s still really important to:
✅ Check or update your decision (it only takes 2 minutes online)
💬 Talk to your family so they know your wishes

Find out more and confirm your choice here: https://www.organdonation.nhs.uk

18/09/2025

Holly Health: free wellbeing coaching for Merthyr residents!

Looking to improve your sleep, manage stress, or build healthier habits? Holly Health uses evidence-based techniques to help you make small, sustainable changes that fit into your daily life. It’s designed to support you in building better habits, one step at a time.

Merthyr Tydfil residents can access a free 12-month subscription to this personalised health and habit coaching app.

What Holly Health offers:
🧠 Mental wellbeing support
💤 Sleep improvement tips
🏃‍♀️ Exercise encouragement
🍎 Healthier eating guidance
💬 Daily habit coaching and reminders

Get started by contacting your GP practice to receive a link and complete a short onboarding questionnaire.

For more information, visit the https://www.healthymerthyr.co.uk/our-projects/holly-health/

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