Healthwatch Middlesbrough

28/05/2026

Tees Valley NHS Workwell Service.

A free, confidential support service to people whose health & wellbeing issues are impacting on their work life.

27/05/2026

Tomorrow is World Blood Cancer Day.

Every 35 seconds, someone is diagnosed with a blood cancer like lymphoma or leukaemia.

Blood cancer doesn’t discriminate. For many patients, a stem cell transplant from a donor is their best chance of survival.

👉 Click here for more information: https://www.healthwatchmiddlesbrough.co.uk/event/2026-05-28/world-blood-cancer-day

26/05/2026

Heat Health Alert issued for the North East

⚠️ A yellow heat health alert is currently in place across the North East from 10:00 on 26 May until 17:00 on 28 May 2026. ⚠️

This level of alert indicates that minor impacts are possible, particularly for vulnerable groups such as older people, those with existing health conditions, and young children.
You may see:
🏥 Increased demand on health and social care services
❤️ Greater risks to the health and wellbeing of vulnerable people
🏠 Indoor environments becoming uncomfortably warm, especially in homes and care settings
🌊 A rise in water-related incidents, including cold-water shock and drowning

It’s important to take simple steps to stay safe during warmer weather, such as staying hydrated, keeping living spaces cool, and checking in on those who may be more at risk.
Further details and live updates on all weather health alerts can be found via the UKHSA dashboard.
ukhsa-dashboard.data.gov.uk/weather-health-alerts/heat

26/05/2026

We’ll be at Morrisons Car Park tomorrow with the NHS offering free Health Checks 🩺

📍 Berwick Hills, Middlesbrough TS3 7RP
⏰ 09:00 – 15:00

These important checks look for early signs of:
• Heart disease
• Stroke
• Kidney disease
• Type 2 diabetes
• Dementia

Come and have a chat with us and get your health check — no appointment needed 👋

For more information click here 👉 https://www.publichealthsouthtees.co.uk/nhs-health-check

25/05/2026

24/05/2026

Do you know your risk of Type 2 Diabetes?
This week is and the focus is Know Your Risk.

✅ It only takes a few minutes
✅ Simple questions
✅ Could help you take action early

👉 Use these tools to assess your risk today and take control of your health https://riskscore.diabetes.org.uk/

23/05/2026

Still using a blue inhaler?
What if you could feel better for longer? Your blue inhaler helps you breathe easier but only for about 4 hours!

Combination inhalers start working just as fast but last up to 12 hours and help keep your Asthma under better control.

Don’t wait, book an Asthma review with your GP practice and find out your options.



North East and North Cumbria NHS

22/05/2026

Please see attached Red Cross Training workshops that are free for volunteers and groups.

The details about each workshop can be found by scanning the code on the leaflets or contact Shirley.Pacitto@redcar-cleveland.gov.uk if you are interested in the workshops or information.

22/05/2026

We’ve listened to people across County Durham and Tees Valley.

The message is clear. People don’t want lots of services, they want one that works, and someone who stays.

Our new report brings together real experiences of mental health support, what helps, what doesn’t, and what needs to change.

Key message to keep consistent. Across all areas, people told us:
▪️ They need someone who stays involved
▪️ Follow‑up and communication really matter
▪️ Crisis and discharge are where people feel most vulnerable
▪️ Community support makes a huge difference

Read the full report here 👉 https://tinyurl.com/mr3stb6f

22/05/2026

'Joe recently celebrated his graduation from Teesside University, with a Distinction in a Master of Public Health.

The course provided valuable insight into current public health issues, including the impact of health inequalities and wider determinants of health on communities.

Joe is looking forward to continuing to broaden his knowledge and using what he has learned to support the work being carried out.

Congratulations Joe 🎉

21/05/2026