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07/09/2026

This week is know your numbers week!
High blood pressure often has no symptoms.

Knowing your blood pressure can help you understand your risk of heart disease and stroke and take action to protect your health.

Get a free blood pressure check at your local pharmacy.

To find your local pharmacy please see the link in the comments.

05/09/2026

Heading to University This Autumn? Don't Miss Your Free MenB Vaccination

To help protect young people at increased risk, the NHS is offering a one-off MenB vaccination to first-time university entrants aged up to 25 years who have not previously received the vaccine. This is particularly important for students moving into halls of residence or other shared accommodation. To be fully vaccinated, you need two doses not less than 28 days apart.

If you, or someone you know, is starting university, college, or another higher education setting for the first time this autumn, book your vaccination appointments with a pharmacy. Find the link in the comments section.

04/09/2026

Is your child school ready? Don't forget their pre-school vaccinations

As families prepare for the exciting milestone of starting school this September, it's important to make sure children are protected against serious infectious diseases by being up to date with their vaccinations.

One of the most important checks is ensuring your child has received both doses of the MMRV vaccine, which protects against measles, mumps, rubella and chickenpox.

Speak to your GP for more information, or visit the link in the comments section.

03/09/2026

Healthwatch would like you to have your say on your experiences of accessing your GP practice since there has been changes to the new NHS GP contract.

To complete the survey scan the QR code or find the link in the comments section.

24/08/2026

Come along to the Summer of Fun at Braybrooke Wednesday, 26 August 11am to 3pm.

It's a free event for all the family to enjoy!

Come along and enjoy the fun with reptiles, inflatables and a petting farm!

The public health team will be there if you'd like to speak with us.

This event will be held at Braybrooke Recreation Ground, Makepiece Road, RG42 2HF

21/08/2026

Starting school is a big milestone, and if toilet independence is something you're working on at home, you're not alone.

The good news? There is still time to help your child build confidence using the toilet on their own before September. Toilet independence is about more than using the toilet itself. It can also include recognising when they need to go, managing clothing, wiping and washing their hands.

Small, consistent steps can make a real difference, and every opportunity to practice helps.

Remember, every child develops at their own pace including those with additional needs, may need more time or support

Visit Best Start in Life or speak to your health visitor for more trusted advice and practical tips on toilet training.

See the link in the comments for tips and advice.

18/08/2026

School may be just around the corner, but there's still time to practice toilet training with your child.

Toilet training is more than just using the loo. It's about helping children know when they need to go, ask for help if they need it, manage clothing, wash their hands and build the confidence to take on new routines when they start school.

Every child develops at their own pace, and some children, including those with additional needs, may need more time and support than others - toilet training is all about progress, not perfection.

That's why our latest 'Toilet Training Talks' series is packed with practical advice to help you support your child as they get ready for school, one step at a time.

For more information see the link in the comments.

09/08/2026

Activate's Superhero challenge has landed.

This week, Yellow is doing Climbers alongside Joe Wicks in the animated Activate series - short exercise videos designed to keep kids moving.

Head to The Body Coach's YouTube channel.

See the comments section for a link to the channel.

02/08/2026

Activate aims to get children moving and boost their physical and mental health, over the summer holidays and beyond. 🙌

Leap into action for this week's Treetops challenge. 🌴

Join Red for Starjumps, Climbers and Squats! Let’s power up with high-energy fun from Joe Wicks’ Activate series - 5 minutes of active fun.

Catch all episodes on The Body Coach YouTube Channel.

See the link in the comments section.

26/07/2026

Get ready to Activate this summer!

Joe Wicks is getting kids active this summer with 5-minute ‘Activate’ workouts alongside his new animated friends, the Activators. Green, Red, Pink, Blue, Yellow and Turquoise are making movement feel personal, playful and inclusive.
Head to The Body Coach YouTube channel to work out to Activate for free.

See the link in the comments section.

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