#InternationalDayForTheEliminationOfViolenceAgainstWomen begins 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, culminating in #InternationalHumanRightsDay on 10th December. un.org/en/observances/ending…

Understanding the difficulties faced and taking positive steps to ensure equity are important so that disabled people have the opportunities enjoyed by others. @UKDHM ukdhm.org

One of the biggest #challenges we face is the growing resistance of viruses, parasites, fungi and bacteria to the drugs and medicines that we use to treat them. Using antibiotics only when necessary helps to reduce the risk of resistance over time.#NHS nhs.uk/conditions/antibiotic…

The main symptoms of #COPD are shortness of breath, a phlegmy cough, frequent chest infections and wheezing. These symptoms continue over time, so, in particular if you’re over 35 and a smoker, it’s worth asking if we can check you over. nhs.uk/conditions/chronic-ob…

It’s #LungCancerAwarenessMonth. Make an appointment with your GP practice if you: have a cough or hoarse voice for over three weeks, have repeated chest infections or are short of breath or wheezy,have chest or shoulder pain that does not get better. macmillan.org.uk/cancer-awar…

#InternationalMensDay falls on 19th November, and the theme for this year is #ZeroMaleSuicide. Men are at greater risk of suicide as many find it difficult to talk about the things that are bothering them. internationalmensday.com

#TransgenderAwarenessWeek leads up to the annual #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance which allows us to remember victims of transphobic violence. Transgender people have suffered violence and abuse over many years. bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-53…

If you’re caring for someone at risk of going missing, you might want to have a look at the #HerbertProtocol.The protocol helps you to think about important information beforehand when you’re not in a moment of intense stress. @alzheimerssoc alzheimers.org.uk/get-s...ge…

#SelfCare is an essential part of our overall wellbeing. Becoming run-down, gives our bodies and minds additional challenges. But using appropriate self-care means that we’re better equipped to deal with life’s challenges. verywellmind.com/self-care-s…

Some people are more vulnerable in cold weather, and as winter rapidly approaches, we need to think about how we can stay well when it’s wintry. The #NHS has advice on this. nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-he…

#WorldCOPDAwarenessDay is on 15th November. COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is the name for a group of lung conditions that cause similar issues and include emphysema and chronic bronchitis. @asthmalunguk asthmaandlung.org.uk/conditi…

If your child was aged 2 or 3 on 31st August 2023, they’re entitled to a free #flu vaccination through their GP practice. If you haven’t already booked an appointment, please contact us to book.#NHS

#MakeANoiseAboutBullying is the theme of this year’s #AntiBullyingWeek, encouraging us to speak out when banter becomes something more serious or when we see bullying taking place. @ABAonline anti-bullyingalliance.org.u...-bullying-week-2023-make-noise-about-bullying

It’s #WorldDiabetesDay, and the theme this year is #KnowYourRiskKnowYourResponse. One in ten adults suffer from diabetes. Over 90% have Type 2 diabetes and over 50% are not diagnosed. @WDD worlddiabetesday.org

More than half of the people diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer will die within three months. Symptoms include: indigestion, tummy or back pain, changes to poo, unexplained weight loss or lack of appetite and yellowing of the eyes or skin. pancreaticcancer.org.uk.

#OddSocksDay marks the start of #AntiBullyingWeek. Why odd socks? Odd Socks Day aims to celebrate the differences between us, helped by ‘Andy and The Odd Socks’ band. @ABAonline anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk…

#MouthCancer causes more deaths each year than road traffic accidents. More than two in three mouth cancers are diagnosed in men, and almost two in three are diagnosed in those who are over 60. @MouthCancerMCF mouthcancerfoundation.org/mo…

#CoerciveControl is a criminal offence. If you feel you sometimes don’t do things that you might want to because of what someone might say or do, it may be that they’re exhibiting controlling behaviour towards you. @womensaid womensaid.org.uk/information…

Are you downing your razor for November? #Movember is an opportunity to show solidarity with other men, and to show the importance of men’s health – in particular, testicular cancer, prostate cancer, mental health and suicide. @MovemberUK uk.movember.com