New data published today by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows cases of whooping cough continue to increase with 1,319 cases confirmed in March. This follows 556 cases in January and 918 in February, bringing the total number of cases in 2024 to 2,793. Sadly, in the first quarter of 2024 (January – March), there […]
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Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 will take place from 13 to 19 May, on the theme of “Movement: Moving more for our mental health”. Movement is important for our mental health. But so many of us struggle to move enough. We know there are many different reasons for this, so this Mental Health Awareness
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Pregnancy can be an exciting time, but did you know it is also a great time to start supporting your baby’s learning and development? During this one-hour session we will discuss why the first 1001 days from conception to two years are so important and share ideas about how you can start to support your
Pregnancy can be an exciting time, but did you know it is also a great time to start supporting your baby’s learning and development? During this one-hour session we will discuss why the first 1001 days from conception to two years are so important and share ideas about how you can start to support your
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Find out if you’re entitled to free NHS prescriptions, NHS dental treatment and help with other NHS costs using the NHS eligibility checker. If you have a long-term condition such as asthma, sickle cell, HIV, MND or Parkinsons you could also save money on your prescriptions by buying a Pre-Payment certificate Use the eligibility checker
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An update on measles from our Director of Public Health With measles cases rising in London, Dr Catherine Mbema, our Director of Public Health, has recorded a video explaining why children should have both doses of the safe and effective vaccine. Our MMR (measles vaccine) webpage has more information about measles as well as some answers to frequently-asked questions.
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ABOUT THE WARM WELCOMES To support individuals affected by increased living costs in Winter, Lewisham Local are coordinating a network of local establishments to set up as Warm Welcomes. The Warm Welcomes was first piloted in Winter 2022/23 and will run again from 1st December 2023 until 31st March 2024. WHAT ARE WARM WELCOMES?
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FoodCycle Lewisham Wednesdays and FoodCycle Lewisham Saturdays welcomes anyone to attend as a guest and enjoy a FREE hot meal. No need to book. Just turn up on the day! FoodCycle Lewisham Wednesdays will open on 22nd November. Everyone is welcome at FoodCycle. We know that the cost of living continues to increase, so
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Just 31 days without alcohol gives amazing obvious benefits, like more energy, a chance to save some money, improved concentration, boosted mood and so much more. It does you good on the inside too. In fact, research shows that a month off alcohol leads to lower blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes risk, as well as
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ABOUT THE WARM WELCOMES To support individuals affected by increased living costs in Winter, Lewisham Local are coordinating a network of local establishments to set up as Warm Welcomes. The Warm Welcomes was first piloted in Winter 2022/23 and will run again from 1st December 2023 until 31st March 2024. WHAT ARE WARM WELCOMES?
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