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Healthy Worcestershire makes its mark on residents’ health and wellbeing

03 February 2025

Worcestershire’s free health improvement programme, Healthy Worcestershire, is already making a positive impact on residents’ physical and mental health while helping to ease winter pressures on the NHS. Recent data reveals that seven in ten participants have experienced improvements in their strength, balance, and flexibility. A similar proportion report that the programme is helping them … Continue reading “Healthy Worcestershire makes its mark on residents’ health and wellbeing”

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Safe Space van celebrates one year in Worcester with funding boost

19 December 2024

The Safe Space van in Worcester City is marking its first anniversary with a significant funding boost from the Safer Worcestershire Partnership. This initiative, launched by Worcester Bid on 15 December 2023, has been key in keeping citygoers safe during nights out, supporting thousands of people in vulnerable situations over the past year. It is … Continue reading “Safe Space van celebrates one year in Worcester with funding boost”

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Clean Hands, Safe Hands: better handwashing techniques

08 December 2024

Promoting good hand hygiene is a key focus for the Health Protection Team at Worcestershire County Council. Since 2022, their ongoing campaign Clean Hands, Safe Hands has been sharing practical tips and raising awareness about the importance of proper handwashing techniques. Engaging Students with the Lightbox Experiment One standout feature of the campaign is the … Continue reading “Clean Hands, Safe Hands: better handwashing techniques”

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Connecting Generations with Tea Dances

23 November 2024

The Tea Party Project, delivered by Everybody Dance, is making waves in the Malvern community by fostering cross-generational connections through the timeless joy of tea dances. Designed for elders living with dementia and long-term health conditions, alongside their carers and local young people, this participatory project has been bridging generational gaps in a fun, engaging, … Continue reading “Connecting Generations with Tea Dances”

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Community Finds Balance with Park Yoga

22 November 2024

Park Yoga has become a popular fitness trend at Brinton Park in Kidderminster, drawing residents from all walks of life. Starting as a simple initiative to encourage outdoor activity, it has evolved into a community movement offering both physical and mental benefits. Participants come together to practice yoga, enjoy the fresh air and the opportunity … Continue reading “Community Finds Balance with Park Yoga”

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Catshill Unites for Poppy Project

08 November 2024

A wave of community spirit has swept through Catshill as the village proudly showcases their Poppy Project. This spectacular display features over 6,000 handmade poppies created by local residents to mark Remembrance Day. Funded by Public Health’s Stay Connected Community Grant, this intergenerational project has not only commemorated those who served their country but has … Continue reading “Catshill Unites for Poppy Project”

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Helping Each Other Overcome Addiction

04 November 2024

Worcestershire is a mostly well-off county, but there are big health gaps in its poorer areas. Life expectancy is lower there, and there are over 2,000 opiate and crack users. Only about half of the drug users get help from community treatment services. Dr. Lisa McNally, Worcestershire’s Director of Public Health, says it’s crucial to … Continue reading “Helping Each Other Overcome Addiction”

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Chief Medical Officer Visits Worcestershire

21 October 2024

Chief Medical Officer for England, Professor Chris Whitty visited Worcestershire earlier this month (4th October) to look at the great work being carried out by the county’s Public Health Team. He was invited by Professor Mike Wade, Regional Director of Public Health, to see firsthand how Worcestershire is delivering public health interventions across the county. … Continue reading “Chief Medical Officer Visits Worcestershire”

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Coffee on the Close | Community Stories

11 October 2024

Coffee on the Close ‘Coffee on the Close’ takes place at Pebworth village hall every Wednesday afternoon, encouraging residents to get together, connect over a tea or coffee and catch up on village news. The weekly session, which welcomes up to 20 regular attendees, also provides a place for villagers to ask for help with … Continue reading “Coffee on the Close | Community Stories”

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Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy Update: A Community-led Approach

In September 2022, Worcestershire’s Health and Wellbeing Board launched its Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2022 to 2032, Being Well in Worcestershire. The Strategy sets out a vision and key priorities for our partnership work to help improve the health and wellbeing of our population and reduce inequalities over the next 10 years. Read more … Continue reading “Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy Update: A Community-led Approach”