It’s
#DeafAwarenessWeek
. Here are some communication tips to help you
#BeDeafAware
.
It's important to remember to ask the person you’re communicating with what their preferences are, and if they have any tips they find helpful.
For more advice, visit .
Feeling lonely? Let’s talk about it.
Many of us can feel lonely when we’re scrolling on social media. But there are things you can do to help.
Loneliness. It’s a part of life. Let’s talk about it.
#EveryMindMatters
View your health records, order repeat prescriptions and much more. Manage your health the easy way with the NHS App.
Find out how you can securely view your health records in the NHS App.
➡️
It’s
#WorldOvarianCancerDay
.
Symptoms of ovarian cancer can be caused by lots of things, which can make it hard to diagnose. If you experience any of these symptoms, get checked as soon as possible.
Finding it early can mean it's more treatable. ➡️
Londoners, did you know that the benefits of quitting smoking start sooner than you think? 🚭
After 20 minutes your pulse returns to normal and after 1 year your risk of a heart attack would have halved. ❤️
Find free support on how to quit from
@BetterHealthNHS
If you live with asthma, you could save money on your prescriptions.
Find out if you can get free prescriptions by using the eligibility checker at .
#WorldAsthmaDay
If you live with a long-term health condition, you could save money on your prescriptions.
Find out if you can get free prescriptions by using the eligibility checker:
In a sickle cell crisis, acting quickly saves lives.
We’ve developed training for NHS staff which covers the signs and symptoms of a crisis, treatment and healthcare inequalities related to the condition. 👉
If you’re 56-64 and registered with a GP in England, the NHS will send you a
#BowelCancer
testing kit.
Catching bowel cancer early reduces your chances of getting seriously ill or dying. So put it by the loo. Don’t put it off. Find out more:
If you’re over 40, you could be one of millions with high blood pressure without knowing it. Left untreated, it can pose significant health risks.
Find a local pharmacy offering a free blood pressure check, without needing to book.
Some GP services will be available over the bank holiday weekend.
If you have a health concern, contact your GP practice, use NHS 111 online, or call 111 for urgent medical help. ➡️
💬“Midwifery is extremely rewarding, but there are challenges – and that’s where me and my team come in."
Today is
#IDM2024
so meet Sarah Thacker who is Professional Midwifery Advocate Team Lead at St George’s and this week's
#Teamgesh
staff story ❤
Today is
#InternationalDayOfTheMidwife
!
A baby is born in the NHS every 58 seconds. Thank you to all our incredible midwives for the care, compassion and support you give to mothers, babies and their families every single minute. 💙 👶
#IDM2024
"There's nothing better than supporting a family to bring a new life into the world."
Members of London's midwifery community share what being a midwife means to them. 👶
#IDM2024
#InternationalDayOfTheMidwife
"Thank you to all the midwives in London for doing what you do every day."
Jane Clegg, Regional Chief Nurse for London, expresses her thanks to the incredible work of midwifery teams across the capital. 💙
#IDM2024
Happy International Day of the Midwife! 💙
We want to thank London’s midwives, maternity support workers and student midwives for bringing life into the world and going the extra mile to care for women and birthing people across the capital.
#IDM2024
Some GP services will be available over the bank holiday weekend.
If you have a health concern, contact your GP practice, use NHS 111 online, or call 111 for urgent medical help. ➡️