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Health issues unfortunately don't leave us alone at the weekend and people are often in need of medical assistance out of hours. Using NHS guidelines, we have provided some advice and information on where you can go for help when your GP is closed. -
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University College London Hospitals (UCLH) are looking for 10 people to help them “test run” parts of an important new research study into the early detection of cancer. -
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GPs in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge (BHR) are urging people to plan for Ramadan - to stay healthy and fast safely. -
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Residents and workers in north and east London are being urged to visit the re-launched website www.smallc.org.uk– to learn more about the signs and symptoms of the most common cancers and help turn the Big C into a ‘small c’.
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Keep yourself and others safe this winter -
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Find a warm and welcoming place in Faith and community halls -
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Information on two health related schemes that may help patients with the cost-of-living crisis. -
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We are keen to understand how the rising cost-of-living is having an impact on your physical and mental health and whether it is affecting your ability to access health and social care and maintain a healthy life. -
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Londoners aged 75 or over, or those with a weakened immune system, can book their spring Covid-19 vaccine. Those eligible can book at https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/covid-19/covid-19-vaccination/, through the NHS App, or by calling 119. -
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Did you know that you are three times more likely to stop smoking for good if you get professional help? -
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This week NHS England has announced the start of a London-wide catch-up campaign for polio and measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccinations for unvaccinated or partially vaccinated children aged 1 to 11 years old. -
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Hepatitis C testing kits are now available via the nhs website, free and confidential. -
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In the run up to World Suicide Prevention Day on 10th September, the Public Health Team, Redbridge, are encouraging everyone to take 20 minutes out of their day to complete the online Zero Suicide Alliance (ZSA) Suicide Awareness Training. -
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Next week is World Suicide Prevention Week. To mark this there are three free online workshops open to whoever wants to attend. Everyone is welcome! -
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Mental Health support and information -
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Those waiting for hospital treatment can visit the Wait well, stay well website for support and advice on management of physical and mental wellbeing. -
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Residents can visit the public health team's mobile clinic on the dates below to to have their blood pressure tested and receive information on cardiovascular disease and lifestyle changes to help prevent high blood pressure. -
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This year it’s more important than ever for people at risk to get their free flu vaccine and Covid-19 booster when they are invited by the NHS. The best time to get vaccinated is in the autumn, before the cold temperatures start. -
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Healthwatch England have produced a number of helpful articles with information on how to get the most of health and care services this winter. -
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It’s national Ask Your Pharmacist Week (30 October-6 November). -
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New online peer support network launches for working disabled people and those with lived experience of mental ill health.