Jesmond Health Partnership

19/09/2025

👨‍👩‍👧 They say it takes a village to raise a child.
Here in Newcastle, that village includes schools, youth services, NHS teams, community groups, and more.

💛 Whether you need help with emotional wellbeing, SEND support, school attendance, parenting, or health – there’s something out there for you.

We've pulled together a full directory of local support for children, young people and families – all in one place, and easy to search.

📍 Find your support network here:
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https://jesmondhealthpartnership.co.uk/https://gosforthjesmondhealth.co.uk/Resources/directory-children-and-young-people/

18/09/2025

Your next trip to the loo could be a lifesaver.

Catching bowel cancer early significantly boosts treatment success.

If you're between 56 and 74, expect a bowel cancer screening kit in your mailbox every two years.

Keep it handy by the toilet—don’t delay, take action today!

https://jesmondhealthpartnership.co.uk/Resources/video-how-to-use-the-nhs-bowel-cancer-screening-kit/

18/09/2025

💊 Think Pharmacy First! For minor illnesses like sore throats, UTIs or rashes, your local pharmacist can help — often faster than seeing a GP.

🔗 https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/prescriptions-and-pharmacies/pharmacy-first/

18/09/2025

Did you know that every 2 minutes someone in the UK is diagnosed with cancer?

And every 30 minutes, someone in the UK dies from bowel cancer.

Today, take just one minute to find out about bowel cancer and why screening tests and noticing changes in your body are important to early cancer detection.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KU1MjpOf0Lk&list=PLsjYiUWHHrNERT7IkSJriNETmA2v1vG5H&index=8

17/09/2025

💉 HPV Vaccine for 12–13 Year Olds - protecting against cancer

All Year 8 pupils are offered the HPV vaccine in school. It protects against:
- Cervical cancer
- Mouth and throat cancers
- A**l and pe**le cancer
- Ge***al warts

If a dose was missed in school, it’s still free on the NHS up to age 25. Protect your child’s future health - find out more here:
https://jesmondhealthpartnership.co.uk/2025/09/03/hpv-vaccine-for-all-12-13-year-olds-protecting-against-cancer/

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17/09/2025

If you have a weakened immune system, you can now book your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations online or via the NHS App.

You don’t need to wait to be invited.

Find out more and book now for appointments from 1 October: https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/

17/09/2025

17/09/2025

🛡️ Flu and COVID don’t wait. Neither should you.

If you’re 75+, in a care home, or have a weakened immune system, your autumn boosters are ready.

One appointment = stronger protection this winter.
👉 Find out more:
https://jesmondhealthpartnership.co.uk/2025/09/08/get-a-step-ahead-one-stepthis-autumn-flu-covid%e2%80%9119-and-rsv-vaccines/

16/09/2025

🤰 Mums-to-be, protect your baby before they arrive.

Get your flu and RSV vaccines this autumn – safe, effective and offered from 28 weeks.

You may also be due a COVID booster.

💙 Ask your midwife or book online.

👉 Full info:
https://jesmondhealthpartnership.co.uk/2025/09/08/get-a-step-ahead-one-stepthis-autumn-flu-covid%e2%80%9119-and-rsv-vaccines/

16/09/2025

If you’re a gay or bis*xual man or a transgender woman having condomless s*x with new or casual partners, you should get tested for STIs and HIV every 3 months. 🩸🧪

For more information on treatment and prevention, and where to find your local clinic, visit the NHS website.
🔗 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/s*xually-transmitted-infections-stis/

15/09/2025

🩺 Prevention is better than cure! Regular NHS check-ups can spot health risks early—even if you feel fine.

From yearly reviews to monitoring long-term conditions, these sessions help keep you on top of your wellbeing.

Read more about what check-ups you may be invited to and why they matter:
https://jesmondhealthpartnership.co.uk/2025/09/15/keeping-you-healthy-with-regular-nhs-check-ups/

15/09/2025

£20m wasted on medicines

Medicines waste costs the NHS millions. That could fund life-saving care.

Help by ordering only what’s needed.

For more information visit http://reducemedicinewaste.co.uk