Calling All Students: Check your vaccinations are up to date. We know viruses spread quickly and easily when large groups of people get together. When schools, colleges and universities start their new academic years, lots of people come together from different areas or countries. This makes it easier for viruses to spread, especially in higher … Continued
GPs Are on Your Side The British Medical Association (BMA) have launched a new campaign called ‘GPs are on your side’. It’s about the serious challenges GP practices face in terms of funding and demand, and why you might struggle to see your GP. The campaign also discusses the effect of the crisis in General … Continued
August bank holiday pharmacy opening hours for Newcastle upon Tyne: For more pharmacies in the North East please visit: Pharmacy opening times
Flu Vaccinations in October; September for Pregnant Women This year’s NHS flu vaccination campaign will start a little later for most people. The NHS, the Department of Health and Social Care, and the UK Health Security Agency have decided that routine flu vaccinations for most people will begin in October 2024. Because vaccine effectiveness decreases … Continued
Summer Health: BBQ Safely A garden barbecue is a staple of the British summer holidays and a great way to enjoy the weather with family or friends. Cooking and eating outside adds a few extra risks and hazards, and people with allergies or underlying health conditions can be at extra risk of food poisoning. Here … Continued
What is the menopause? Menopause is the time in a woman’s life when her periods stop as a result of the reduction andloss of ‘ovarian reproductive function’. Ovaries produce the hormones oestrogen, progesteroneand testosterone. When a woman approaches the menopause, less oestrogen is producedcausing her body to behave differently. This process is usually a gradual … Continued
The Summer Holidays are a great time for kids to get outside and enjoy the (hopefully) nice weather.
However, outdoor activities can bring some hazards and risks that we need to be aware of to keep kids and ourselves safe.
The Healthier Together website and app is a great place to find accurate and trusted NHS healthcare advice in the North East and North Cumbria. Healthier Together All the information on this site has been checked by clinicians, to ensure we offer the best advice for parents, carers and young people. You can find parental … Continued
Summer Health: Sun Safety The summer months are a great time to spend time outside and enjoy the (hopefully) warm and sunny weather. But it’s important to remember that exposure to heat and sun can affect our health, and risks of sunburn, dehydration and heat stroke are very real. Here’s what you need to know … Continued
Summer Health: Hay Fever Has your hay fever been worse than usual this year? Or maybe you noticed that sneezing started that bit early? More than one in four people suffer from hay fever, three times the number 30 years ago. Four in five people with asthma suffer from hay fever, and it can be … Continued
