Healthy Tameside

Smoking still causes over 54,000 new cancers in the UK every year. But illegal tobacco at pocket money prices is still helping to get young people addicted to smoking. A quarter of young people who smoke in Greater Manchester say they buy illegal cigarettes. If you know where it's sold, you can report it anonymously at keep-it-out.co.uk

How many reasons are there to help people stop smoking? UK cancers caused by smoking every year: 54,000. Deaths caused by smoking in Greater Manchester 2015-17: 14,057. Proportion of cancer deaths related to smoking in GM in 2016: 27%. GM smoking-related hospital admissions 2016-17: 28,911.... Cost of those admissions: £50 million. Number of types of cancer that can be caused by smoking: 16. Number to call for free NHS support with quitting: 0161 716 2000. Or email bewelltameside@nhs.net. More information on the new Greater Manchester campaign Quit 16: http://www.quit16.co.uk/
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The NHS wants to encourage and support a more meaningful conversation between people who provide health and social care, and the people, families and carers who receive that care. You can comment on postcards which are available in a number of locations including GP surgeries, libraries and children’s centres for people to complete and return pre-paid. And you’re invited to comment online about what matters to you. There’s also a video in British Sign Language (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gv5pbFBC GjU). www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/wmty2019

This Thursday (6 June) 10am-3pm at the Denton Health and Wellbeing Fair you’ll be able to get various kinds of information, support and health checks.

On 5 June Tameside will launch its Refill Scheme to help you stay healthy and hydrated on the go. Dozens of businesses will become Refill Stations where you’ll be able to get free refills of water to help you stay hydrated and healthy on the go – while helping reduce plastic pollution and carbon footprint and keeping your pennies in your pocket! #RefillTameside #RefillMcr There’s more information here: https://www.tameside.gov.uk/refill-scheme

On 5 June Tameside will launch its Refill Scheme to help you stay healthy and hydrated on the go. Dozens of businesses will become Refill Stations where you’ll be able to get free refills of water to help you stay hydrated and healthy on the go – while helping reduce plastic pollution and carbon footprint and keeping your pennies in your pocket! #RefillTameside #RefillMcr There’s more information here: https://www.tameside.gov.uk/refill-scheme

Active Tameside are taking bookings now for their half-term Gymnastics Holiday Camps on 29th & 30th May and 3rd, 5th & 6th June at Active Ken Ward. Fun, structured sessions led by qualified coaches using bars, beams, a sprung floor, vault, trampoline and rings to teach balance, flexibility and confidence. Suitable for 5-16 years. For more information or to book, call: 0161 366 5545. https://www.activetameside.com/ev…/gymn astics-holiday-camps/

On 5 June Tameside will launch its Refill Scheme to help you stay healthy and hydrated on the go. Dozens of businesses will become Refill Stations where you’ll be able to get free refills of water to help you stay hydrated and healthy on the go – while helping reduce plastic pollution and carbon footprint and keeping your pennies in your pocket! #RefillTameside #RefillMcr There’s more information here: https://www.tameside.gov.uk/refill-scheme

On 5 June Tameside will launch its Refill Scheme to help you stay healthy and hydrated on the go. Dozens of businesses will become Refill Stations where you’ll be able to get free refills of water to help you stay hydrated and healthy on the go – while helping reduce plastic pollution and carbon footprint and keeping your pennies in your pocket! #RefillTameside #RefillMcr There’s more information here: https://www.tameside.gov.uk/refill-scheme

If you run out of medication over the May bank holiday (6 May) some pharmacies in the area will be open.
Your local pharmacy is the place to go to get any prescription medicines and clinical advice for minor health concerns. They can also help with common illnesses – like sore throats, coughs, colds, tummy troubles and aches and pains – and provide advice on over-the-counter medicines.
If you want any more info on accessing medical services on the bank holiday head over to https://www.tamesideandglossopccg.org/new s/bankholiday.

In Tameside 1 in 4 of our children live in poverty. Many households are experiencing financial crises and lack access to basic essentials including food.
We’d like to hear what you think about food in Tameside – about your experiences and what matters to you. So please help us by taking our survey.
Your views will help the Tameside Food Partnership develop a healthy and sustainable food strategy for Tameside, so we can help more people get affordable healthy food, address foo...d poverty and reduce the environmental impacts related to the food we eat such as packaging and food waste and greenhouse gas emissions.
The survey closes at midnight on Monday 29th April.
www.tameside.gov.uk/foodsurvey
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If you run out of medication, especially prescription medication, over the extended Easter bank holiday (19-21 April) some pharmacies in Tameside and Glossop will be open.
Your local pharmacy is the place to go to get any prescription medicines and clinical advice for minor health concerns. As well as helping with common illnesses – like sore throats, coughs, colds, tummy troubles and aches and pains – and provide advice on over-the-counter medicines.
Most local pharmacies h...ave consultation rooms for private conversations. Your pharmacist can also talk to you confidentially without anything being noted in your medical records, which some people may prefer. Getting advice from a local pharmacist is the best first step for a minor health concern. Patients are advised to telephone their usual pharmacy before travelling as opening hours may vary during the bank holiday weekend.
For further information on pharmacy opening times and how to access primary healthcare services over the bank holiday visit https://www.tamesideandglossopccg.org/new s/bankholiday.
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We’re thinking about the companionship we get from our animal friends as it’s #NationalPetDay and they really help your wellbeing. Taking the dog for daily walks can boost your mental health by getting you out and about meeting new people. Check out this Mind article telling the story of how Will’s dog helped his anxiety: https://www.mind.org.uk/…/hounds-of-lov e-how-dogs-helped-m…/

It’s #InternationalCarrotDay today and we’re thinking about some of the fab things you can make with these versatile veggies! Let us know what's your favourite carrot-based recipe and if you've any top tips for cooking them?

Passionate about wanting to improve the health and wellbeing of others? Why not join Greater Manchester’s primary care team? Come along to a fantastic career and jobs fair tomorrow 2-7pm https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/building-a -career-in-primary… #GMprimarycareers

There are some groups at higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes such as men, those from some segments of the black, Asian and minority ethnic community, being overweight and those with a family history. Ask at your GP practice about your local Healthier You service. For more information visit NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme at www.england.nhs.uk/ndpp. #PreventingType2

The Spring weather is finally here it's time to get the bikes out again (if you haven't already)! Have you tried the Ashton trail? It's a great route for families, starting on Turner Lane. Check out the full map here: https://www.tameside.gov.uk/cycling/famil yrides

Wearing anything purple today? It's epilepsy awareness Purple Day and we're thinking about what we can do if you spot someone having a seizure. Take a look at this Epilepsy Action link for advice on what to do in this situation: https://www.epilepsy.org.uk/info/firstaid