Month: June 2025

You may be eligible for tirzepatide from a GP if you have a BMI of 40 or more and have at least 4 of these weight-related health conditions: – Type 2 diabetes – High blood pressure (hypertension) – Heart disease (cardiovascular disease) – Abnormal blood fats (dyslipidaemia) – Obstructive sleep apnoea

Cervical cancer leads to approximately 685 deaths a year in England and most cervical cancer cases (over 99%) are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV) virus. Cervical screening saves approximately 5,000 lives a year in the UK because it’s not just a test – it’s an early warning system that can detect problems before they…

The theme for the 2025 Learning Disability Week is “Do you see me?” “Do you see me?” is about making sure that people with a learning disability are are seen, heard, included, and valued in all aspects of life. For more information, visit: https://www.mencap.org.uk/learningdisabilityweek #LearningDisabilityWeek

We’re proud to be supporting #CarersWeek! Tell your GP that you have caring responsibilities as soon as possible, so they can then record this on your medical record. If they know you are a carer and likely to be under pressure at times, they will be able to offer more tailored advice and, if necessary,…

Feeling lonely? Help and support is available. Loneliness can affect us in many situations, like leaving home or starting a new job. But there are things you can do to help: 🎨Joining a new club ☕Reaching out to a friend 🏃Going for a run Loneliness. It’s a part of life. Let’s talk about it this…

More than 1 in 3 people still aren’t getting all the regular diabetes health checks they need (National Diabetes Audit data, 2023-24, England and Wales). Regular diabetes health checks are vital to keep you healthy, so you can continue living life to the full. They check your average blood sugar levels and how well your…