mental health
What should I expect after being referred for mental health support?
Your mental wellness is as important as your physical health but seeking help can be daunting. Here's what to expect when you seek support for your mental health.
2 September 2021
demantia
What should happen when you're diagnosed with dementia
Being diagnosed with dementia can be a big shock, and it can be hard to know what to do next. Take a look at our guide to find out what support you should receive.
2 September 2021
Deaf Awareness Week May 2021
How Deaf aware are you?
The theme of Deaf Awareness Week 2021 is ‘Coming through it together’. As we continue to live with the pandemic, this year’s event aims to raise awareness of Deaf issues while focusing on positivity and togetherness .
3 May 2021
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Coronavirus: What does shielding mean?
Find out more about shielding, who it applies to, and what to do if you're a shielder.
23 April 2021
stress awareness month
Feeling stressed? You're not alone
April marks Stress Awareness Month, a national awareness month that has been held every year since 1992 to raise recognition of something we all struggle with from time to time.
13 April 2021
looking after your teeth
Brushing our teeth – what’s it all about?
It’s all about stopping plaque and tartar build up on our teeth.
26 March 2021
Covid vaccine
Covid and the Vaccines – great news but it’s not all over yet
The UK government has published their four-step roadmap of a route back to a more normal way of living. In England, the easing of restrictions on our current covid lockdown began on March 8th with the return of schools.
16 March 2021
long term conditions and the covid vaccine
Are you worried about how the Covid vaccine might affect your long term condition?
Many people have been asking us what they should do if they have a long term condition and they want the Covid vaccine. We have some answers.
5 March 2021
vaccine interval
Extending the interval for Covid vaccines to 12 weeks – what’s the rationale?
Acting on advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI), the four UK chief medical officers announced in December, that the second doses of covid vaccines should now be given at 12 weeks rather than initial 3-4 weeks.
25 February 2021
share you vaccine story
I couldn’t get there fast enough!
How does it feel when you get your vaccine call up? This week we chatted with Lesley whose had her first Covid vaccine.
25 January 2021
vaccine information
COVID-19 vaccine: what you need to know
Take a look about what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccination programme including how you will know when it's your turn, where to go, and why it's important.
19 January 2021
support
Someone I love has died - where can I find support?
It can be tough at any time to lose someone, but particularly hard during a pandemic when you can feel more alone than usual. Take a look at our article on the organisations and groups that can support you if you’re grieving.
13 January 2021