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Covid Boosters for those most at risk this Autumn

Covid Boosters for those most at risk this Autumn Since the first COVID-19 vaccination was given in December 2020, nearly 150 million first, second and booster doses have been given in the UK. In the final part of our vaccine series, we discuss COVID and the Autumn Booster campaign. Nearly 94% of people over 12 … Continued

The Life-saving Flu vaccine: Who needs it and how to get it

The Life-saving Flu vaccine: Who needs it and how to get it Every year, the NHS protects millions of people against flu – a highly contagious illness that, while mild for many, can be potentially life-threatening for others. In the third in our vaccine series, we’ll touch on the history of the flu vaccine, why … Continued

Your Views Wanted: NGPS Community Health Bus

Your Views Wanted: NGPS Community Health Bus Later this year, Newcastle GP Services (NGPS) will be launching a Community Health Bus to visit communities all over Newcastle. The aim is to make healthcare, information and services more accessible to everyone. NGPS is asking for your views on what services you think the bus should offer. … Continued

Ready to stop smoking? Support is here for you

Ready to stop smoking? Support is here for you. Whether it’s for your health, for your kids, to save money, or something else, you’re more likely to quit smoking if you get support. The Newcastle Stop Smoking+ Service works in Partnership with the NHS to help people make a healthy and positive change. With the … Continued

Free Weight Management Course for Patients

Free Weight Management Course for Patients Last year we were happy to share a new, free service to help people in Newcastle lose weight. We are now delighted to say that the service has been renewed until at least the end of 2023 and to share some of its success. Anyone over 18 living in … Continued

The Little Book of Useful Stuff

The Little Book of Useful Stuff The Little Book of Useful Stuff is a guide to help young people aged 13+ keep safe, stay healthy and make informed decisions about their lives. Created by the NHS in Gateshead, with the help of families and a range of health professionals, the guide covers common issues like: … Continued

Your Support Could Save a Life

Your Support Could Save a Life Every two days, one young woman in the UK dies by suicide. CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) has teamed up with Lioness and CALM Ambassador Fran Kirby to show that your support can save a life. The key message of the campaign – which coincides with the start of the FIFA … Continued