Are you looking for health advice or information? From how to register with your GP and look after your mental health to knowing your rights, we are are here for you. Get the advice and information you need to help you live well. healthwatch.co.uk/advice-and-inf…

🌟 It's World Liver Day! 🌟 Time to put a spotlight on this incredibly hard working organ that performs over 500 crucial functions. Find out more about why it's important to keep our livers happy and healthy here: britishlivertrust.org.uk/world-liver-da…

We are hoping to welcome some new members to our Ashington group which runs on a Tuesday from 10am to 12pm here at The Round House!

The group is designed to improve memory, mood and movement, so if you know someone who would benefit from attending, please get in touch with us.

The NHS bowel cancer screening kit can detect signs of cancer before you notice anything is wrong.

The kit is automatically posted to everyone aged 60 to 74. The programme is expanding to include those aged 50 to 59 by 2025.

nhs.uk/bowel-screening

#BowelCancerAwarenessMonth

There are plans to extend water fluoridation in the North East to help tackle preventable tooth decay. The Department for Health and Social Care would like to hear your views on these plans.

Have your say before 17 June 2024: bit.ly/NE-water-fluor…

Do you look after someone?
The fab CarersNorthumberland team is holding info sessions in #Cafe @BurnLane. Call in for support and advice on the third Thursday of the month. Upcoming dates: Thursday 16th May, 20 June and 18 July, 10.30am - 12.30pm. bit.ly/CarersSessions…

We know that sometimes life throws unexpected things our way.

This #StressAwarenessMonth , we're here to share four ways to get moving that can help boost your mental wellbeing.

Check out more tips on how movement can help manage your well-being through the link below 👇

👩‍⚕️Your GP practice is here to help you and your family in more ways than you think:
• face to face
• on the phone
• or online

Your practice receptionist can tell you how, and who, would be best for you. 📞

#HeretoHelp

We'll be at #Prudhoe Community Hub this Friday 19 April, 10.30am - 12.30pm if you would like to speak to us in person. Tell us about your experiences of #NHS and #SocialCare services or ask us a question. More info here: bit.ly/HWNDrop-ins

We’ve got two new exercise classes starting next Tuesday on the 23rd of April here at the Round House! 🥳

There's Total Body Conditioning and Dancercise, so come along and get your body moving, and have some fun! Classes are £3 per session, we'd love to see you there 😊

Our latest blog shares what people living in rural areas have told us about their experience of healthcare. From issues getting to appointments, spending years on long waiting lists and the impact of closure of services in rural areas. Find out more - bit.ly/3W10OZ9

People aged 75 or over and people with a weakened immune system can now book their spring #COVID -19 vaccine online, via the #NHS App or by calling 119. Carers are not eligible for a spring vaccine unless they meet the criteria above.
Book online: bit.ly/NHS-vaccines

In March the top issues we heard were difficulties getting an appointment with a GP or a dentist & the distance to travel to hospital appointments. We also had positive comments about getting an appointment at a GP surgery in a reasonable timescale. More: bit.ly/HWNReportMar24

Anyone aged 75 or over can now book their seasonal COVID-19 vaccine online or via the NHS App. You don't need to wait to be invited.

Find out more. nhs.uk/book-vaccine

From 1 September 2023, you're eligible for the shingles vaccine when you turn 65.💉

If anyone is concerned about whether they have a weakened immune system and should get the shingles vaccine before they are eligible they should speak to their GP 👨‍⚕️

👉ow.ly/klze50QBEW4.

Can you help us? We are looking for some lovely volunteers to help out at our fabulous Friendship Groups in #Haltwhistle , #Ashington and #Ponteland ! Meet some new friends, and provide much-needed friendship to our lovely group members 😊 Do get in touch if you are interested!

Movement is a great stress-reliever, but it's tough to prioritise during busy times. Start small, gradually increase activity, and pick something enjoyable. You'll be more likely to stick with it. 💚

For more tips, visit 👉 bit.ly/48Q9nZR

Patients with long-term conditions could save money on their prescriptions.

NHS staff, remind patients to check their eligibility for a Prescription Prepayment Certificate at nhsbsa.nhs.uk/ppc.

Your next poo could save your life.

So, if you’ve received a #BowelCancer testing kit through the post, don’t forget to send it back.

Find out more: nhs.uk/bowel

Did you know there's a community defibrillator at our Burn Lane site? This can be found outside #Cafe @BurnLane, providing an emergency resource for businesses & residents. It was funded by Northumberland Cancer Support Group & installation was taken care of by RED Engineering.