Sun, Sea, and Support from your Local Pharmacy
Enjoy summer without the stress. For minor health issues like bites, sore throats or UTIs, your local pharmacy can help – no GP appointment needed.
Summer Newsletter
🤝 Supporting you and your family this Summer Summer is a busy time for families – from juggling childcare and activities to making sure everyone stays safe, happy and healthy. We’ve collected some ideas for how to help our young people have an active, enjoyable break from school. Plus, an important update on early years … Continued
Joe Wicks Launches ‘Activate’ – A Fun Way to Get Kids Moving
Joe Wicks Launches ‘Activate’ – A Fun Way to Get Kids Moving Joe Wicks has launched a new animated series called Activate. It’s made to get kids moving and having fun. The series was created with Studio AKA – the team behind Hey Duggee. It’s backed by the government to help kids and families get more active … Continued
🌞 Summer Support for Children and Families in Newcastle
Summer Support for Children and Families in Newcastle
The school holidays are here – and we know it can be a busy time for families.
Whether you’re looking for fun activities, help with meals, or ways to keep your child healthy and happy, there’s lots of support available in Gosforth, Jesmond and across Newcastle.
Hay Fever Help: Simple Ways to Feel Better
Hay Fever Help: Simple Ways to Feel Better The weather in Newcastle has been dry and warm lately. While that’s great for getting outside, it also means pollen levels are high. If you’ve been sneezing or have itchy eyes, hay fever could be the reason. What Is Hay Fever? Hay fever is an allergy to … Continued
In Case You Missed It….
In Case You Missed It…. A recap of this Summer’s news stories and useful health updates. Summer Health Travelling abroad, hay fever, and keeping you and the kids safe this summer. In General Practice Bank Holiday arrangements, exploring the resources on our website and an update on the BMA campaign and collective action. Your Health … Continued
Summer Health: BBQ Safely
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
Summer Health: Keeping Kids Safe
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.
Summer Health: Sun Safety
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
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