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Helping Worcestershire get the best protection against measles with pop-up vaccination clinics

04 March 2024

The number of people getting measles in the West Midlands region has been rising. It is an unpleasant disease that spreads very quickly and can make some people very ill. While we had no cases in Worcestershire during February, alongside good vaccination rates, we wanted to make sure we supported people to reduce their risk … Continue reading “Helping Worcestershire get the best protection against measles with pop-up vaccination clinics”

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Therapy dog supports pupil’s wellbeing at Eckington CE First School

22 December 2023

Schools and Early Year settings play a huge role in supporting children’s health and wellbeing. Teachers and school staff have the best understanding of what their pupils and school communities need. Earlier this year, Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health Team decided to invest in this understanding and ability to influence children’s health more widely. In … Continue reading “Therapy dog supports pupil’s wellbeing at Eckington CE First School”

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New Worcester Junior Parkrun

25 November 2023

Partners have worked together to bring a new event to the local county parkrun calendar. The new parkrun event, in Diglis, takes place every Sunday from 9am, starting from Diglis Fields, Diglis Lane, Worcester, WR5 3FB. Local volunteers have been at the heart of making the project happen, with the County Council working alongside them … Continue reading “New Worcester Junior Parkrun”

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Summer holiday health tips every parent needs to help teenagers stay well

22 August 2023

Schools out and summer holidays are here. It’s a time to unwind and have some fun, but it’s all too easy for some unhealthy habits to creep in to the daily routine. Help your family stay healthy this summer with a brand-new guide for parents and carers. “Happy Healthy Holidays for Teenagers” is a guide … Continue reading “Summer holiday health tips every parent needs to help teenagers stay well”

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The Ugly Bugs return to help children wash their hands the cool way this Summer

The Ugly Bugs are returning to help keep children stay well this Summer, and children across Worcestershire are invited to design their very own! The bugs feature in a free fun activity pack to help remind children to keep washing their hands. There’s an opportunity to design your own ugly bug. Send your ideas to … Continue reading “The Ugly Bugs return to help children wash their hands the cool way this Summer”

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Public Health Grants For Schools

26 July 2023

Public Health in Worcestershire have been able to set aside funding to enable small grants to be made to schools (and other Education settings) to support innovative health and wellbeing projects. Grants can be used for a wide variety of purposes including improving physical health, e.g. sports, physical activity, diet and nutrition etc, or mental … Continue reading “Public Health Grants For Schools”

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Stay well this Open Farm Sunday

08 June 2023

Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health Team is reminding residents to stay well this Open Farm Sunday (June 11) Many families may choose to mark the day by heading off to one of Worcestershire’s petting farms and zoos. It’s a great way to connect with nature and the outdoors, but it is important to remember there … Continue reading “Stay well this Open Farm Sunday”

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Concerned about measles?

04 May 2023

“It’s not too late to get your child vaccinated against measles, mumps and rubella.” says the county’s director of Public Health. The county’s Director of Public Health, Lisa McNally has been reassuring parents that their children can still have the MMR jab, even if they’ve missed their first or second dose. Two doses of the … Continue reading “Concerned about measles?”

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What’s it like giving up smoking?

03 May 2023

A new survey is being launched across Herefordshire and Worcestershire asking smokers ex-smokers, and vapers about quitting smoking. The aim of the research is to help us understand what support, people who want to stop smoking, might need. Local research company DataOrchard is leading the research with the aim of understanding more about the attitudes … Continue reading “What’s it like giving up smoking?”

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One stop shop for mental health support

12 January 2023

Local people struggling with their mental health this winter are being urged to access the Now We’re Talking website for local advice, support and signposting. The Now We’re Talking website – www.nowweretalking.nhs.uk – has been developed by local organisations and offers mental health support and information all in one place, helping you navigate to the right support … Continue reading “One stop shop for mental health support”