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🎃🔪 Thinking of carving up a spooky pumpkin this Halloween? Before you do, here’s how to stay safe - and how to keep your...
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.

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.

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

Looking for support in your community? 🌟 Talking Points is here to help with a wide range of services, from carer suppor...
24/10/2025

Looking for support in your community? 🌟 Talking Points is here to help with a wide range of services, from carer support and housing advice to transport and employment opportunities.

Drop in at one of the many locations across Warrington – no appointment necessary! Find a session near you and get the support you need today. 💬✨

Visit https://www.warrington.gov.uk/talking-points for more details.

24/10/2025

🎗️ ADHD Awareness Month - October is here! Whether you're newly considering ADHD or already navigating life with it - you’re not alone. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that can manifest as inattention, impulsivity, hyperactivity, or all three - presenting differently across individuals and across life stages

Seeking clarity? Begin with ADHD UK’s About ADHD page, offering videos from specialists and a self-screener for adults

ADHD UK also hosts peer support groups, expert-led sessions, and an online marketplace of coaches and tools to help with day-to-day challenges

Why it matters:

• Diagnoses are rising - not because ADHD is increasing, but because awareness is growing and stigma is lifting
• But many still wait long months - even years - for NHS assessments - access remains unequal
• Misinformation online can confuse rather than clarify. Trusted sources like ADHD UK are key

Find support and fact‑checked info at:
👉 https://adhduk.co.uk

Looking for tools to support your mental health and wellbeing?A selection of carefully curated apps is available, offeri...
24/10/2025

Looking for tools to support your mental health and wellbeing?

A selection of carefully curated apps is available, offering self-help resources and reliable advice. These apps cover a wide range of topics, including:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Stress
• Sleep
• General wellbeing
• And more

Explore the collection here: https://cheshireandmerseyside.orchahealth.com/en-GB/adult-mental-health-and-wellbeing.

Take a step towards better mental health today.

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - a time to learn, support, and advocate for everyone affected 💖Breast cancer...
22/10/2025

🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - a time to learn, support, and advocate for everyone affected 💖

Breast cancer doesn’t just affect women. Men can get it too. It can also impact transgender people, who may face extra barriers to awareness, diagnosis, and care.

Here’s what to keep in mind:
🩺 Know the signs in everyone - lumps, changes in shape, ni**le changes, skin dimpling
🔍 Men, don’t ignore changes in your chest or ni**le - although less common, breast cancer can still occur in men
🏳️‍⚧️ Trans and nonbinary people: your risks and body may change with hormone therapy or surgeries - always feel empowered to ask for care and checkups

📚 Learn more and find inclusive support:
👉 https://breastcancernow.org
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/breast-cancer-in-men/
👉 https://www.breastcanceruk.org.uk/resource-for-transgender-people/

Let’s make awareness inclusive, supportive, and life-saving 💪

🌡️💬 Menopause brings change — from hot flushes and mood swings to sleep shifts and brain fog. But with the right informa...
18/10/2025

🌡️💬 Menopause brings change — from hot flushes and mood swings to sleep shifts and brain fog. But with the right information and support, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming 💪🌸

This is your reminder: you’re not alone - and help is just a click away 💻💙

📚 Learn more about symptoms, treatment and support from trusted sources:
👉 NHS: https://ow.ly/OefC50XcUAA
👉 How to support someone: https://ow.ly/NfnW50XcUAC
👉 Looking after your health: https://ow.ly/oOrm50XcUAz
👉 How long do symptoms last?: https://ow.ly/TXwe50XcUAB

Let’s talk, share, and support each other - here's to better understanding and better health 💚

16/10/2025

🚭 Did you know?

- Most people who quit with Stoptober support feel better within days
- You'll save £££ every week
- Your risk of heart disease starts to drop immediately

Join thousands taking the first step this October:
🔗 https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/

The East Warrington Primary Care Network (PCN), which connects three GP practices in East Warrington, has launched a bra...
15/10/2025

The East Warrington Primary Care Network (PCN), which connects three GP practices in East Warrington, has launched a brand new website! It’s a one-stop resource for information about our services, practices, and how we’re working together to support your healthcare needs.

Take a look and learn more about what your PCN has to offer
👉 https://www.eastwarringtonpcn.nhs.uk/

Looking for health, support, or activities in Warrington? Living Well Warrington is your go‑to guide for everything you ...
14/10/2025

Looking for health, support, or activities in Warrington?

Living Well Warrington is your go‑to guide for everything you and your family might need.

From local services and wellbeing groups to helpful resources for physical and mental health — it's all there in one place.

🔗 Check it out: livingwellwarrington.org

Let’s connect, thrive, and make the most of what’s on offer! 💚

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15 Benson Road
Warrington
WA37PJ

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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