It’s never too late to tackle addiction
If you or someone you know is having issues with drugs or alcohol, there are lots of ways to access free & confidential advice and support from local experts. Drug … Read More
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If you need urgent medical help this winter but you’re not sure where to go, use NHS 111
NHS 111 can assess and direct you to the most appropriate local service, including your GP practice, pharmacy or nearest urgent treatment centre. And if needed, it can arrange a … Read More
Measles is on the rise in London
Two-thirds of cases in England over the last six months have been in the capital. Make sure your child is protected. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has announced an … Read More
Churches urged to support parents on their adoption journey
The National Church Leaders Forum and Churches Together in England’s Racial Justice Working Group unite in rallying churches to support parents on their adoption journey, as new data shows that … Read More
Thousands avoid type 2 diabetes with free evidence-based lifestyle programme
Around 90% of people with diabetes in the UK have type 2 diabetes. And with 1 in 10 set to have the condition by 2030, preventing type 2 diabetes is … Read More
Leading Black celebrities join NHS campaign to get Black communities around the country talking about bowel cancer screening
The TV presenter Sean Fletcher, Olympic athlete Kriss Akabusi MBE and Dame Floella Benjamin are supporting the first national NHS bowel screening campaign that asks anyone who receives a free … Read More
Have you thought about becoming a healthcare support worker in the NHS?
Healthcare support workers in the NHS play a vital role in providing excellent care to patients, so if you want to gain experience in the NHS it’s a great place to start. … Read More
Could you be a Stroke Saver?
Would you know how to spot the signs and what to do, if someone you’re with is experiencing a stroke? A stroke is a medical emergency and every minute is … Read More
Vital services at your fingertips, NHS urges the use of NHS 111 online
NHS 111 online connects you with medical advice quickly, conveniently and with the same experts you can expect to reach through the telephone service. That’s the message being delivered by … Read More
Senior NHS staff encourage Africans and Caribbeans to consider a career in nursing ahead of National Careers Week
This National Careers Week, the ‘We Are the NHS’ campaign is highlighting the inspiring stories of senior Black staff and the exciting and varied nursing roles available across the NHS. … Read More