Health

24 Jul 2024

Help for more to quit smoking

Following the success of a local stop smoking programme targeting those with mental health problems and during pregnancy, there is more help available for …

28 Jun 2024

Could you be a champion?

Are you passionate about making a difference to the health and wellbeing of people in your community? If so, you might like to join …

12 Jun 2024

Learning Disability Week 2024: Do you see me?

Celebrate Learning Disability Week, 17 to 23 June, by valuing and recognising people with learning disabilities within the community. The week is about people …

10 Jun 2024

‘Above and Beyond’ for volunteering

The benefits of volunteering can last a lifetime—not only for those being helped, but also for those who volunteer. Octavia Ealing recognised one of …

6 Jun 2024

Caring for the carers

A series of special events are set to take place across the borough to celebrate National Carers’ Week (10-16 June). The events are being …

22 May 2024

Protect against whooping cough

Following a rise in whooping cough cases, health officials are encouraging pregnant women and young children to be vaccinated. Whooping cough is an infection …