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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Mar 2
It's time to talk about the elephant in the room!🐘

Having sex? Thinking about it?

PROTECT YOURSELF against STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhoea.

For FREE confidential advice, testing and condoms, visit the link in the comments⬇️

#ElephantInTheRoom
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 30
Nursery done ✅
Parenting books read ✅
Bag packed ✅
Vaccinations done ✅

Pregnancy to-do lists can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help.

Talk to your midwife about the vaccinations you need during pregnancy.

#HereToHelpYourBabyAndYou
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 30
📢Our latest ICB update is now available to read on our website!

This week’s edition includes:
🔸Ensuring local voices shape health and care
🔸Working together for better care
🔸Help protect more young people and more...

Check it out➡️mailchi.mp/4155c5cf97a0/i…
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 30
Do you know how to put a condom on correctly? 🍌🫣

PROTECT yourself against STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhoea. 🛡️❤️

For free testing, condoms and confidential safe sex Advice, visit 🔗 elephant-in-the-room.co.uk
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 30
The North East is leading the way on childhood vaccinations, with several areas among the best in England for uptake of MMRV.

✅ Check your child is up to date with their jabs.
📞 Missed a dose or not sure? Speak to your GP practice about catching up.

#BeWiseImmunise
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 29
💙 Protect the ones you love.

If someone you live with has a weakened immune system, your free flu vaccine can help keep them safe.

📅 Book today: GP, pharmacy, NHS app, NHS site or call 119.

Search🔎'NHS flu vaccine' to find out more

#BeWiseImmunise
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 28
Measles spreads easily & can make kids very poorly❗

If you think they have it, keep them home & call your GP or NHS 111.

MMRV is the best protection – check they’re up to date.

🔎Search NHS MMRV vaccine

#BeWiseImmunise
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 27
If you've tried to quit smoking before, Stoptober is a great time to try again. Smoke Free is more than just an app – it’s a free 24/7 personalised digital stop smoking service on your phone📲🚭

➡️GetMeSmokefree.com
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 26
👻 Say “Boo to Flu!” this Halloween! 🎃

If you have a school-aged child, make sure you've completed and returned their flu vaccination consent form so they can get their free flu vaccine at school. It’s quick, safe, and needle-free!

🔎NHS flu vaccines

#BeWiseImmunise #BooToFlu
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 23
💉 The free flu vaccine is safe ✅

It helps protect you and can stop you getting very poorly 🤒

👩‍⚕️Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about getting your flu vaccine.

Find out more ➡️ nhs.uk/vaccinations/f…

#BeWiseImmunise
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 22
Get expert advice to protect yourself and your baby during pregnancy🤰

Talk to your midwife about flu, whooping cough & RSV vaccines during pregnancy.

Find out more➡️ow.ly/JBJP50ZJj5Y

#HereToHelpYourBabyAndYou
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 22
Whether you're looking to stay in work, return to work, or build your confidence, we're here to support you. From one-to-one coaching to connecting you with trusted local services, we'll help you overcome barriers and achieve your goals.
Find out more: ow.ly/2MUv50ZyPGH
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 21
📣Proud to sponsor the 20th Bright Ideas in Health Awards!

Know an individual, team or organisation with a bright idea that could improve health and care? Encourage them to enter #BIHA20 & help celebrate innovation from across the region✨

👉ow.ly/Lp1b50ZQXAh

@BIHA_20
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 21
🎃 Give flu a fright this Halloween!

Protect your little ones with a free flu nasal spray – quick, painless and available for two and three-year-olds at GP practices and participating pharmacies.

👻 Help keep them well for all the winter fun.

👉ow.ly/VJQk50ZZGp0
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 21
Two projects from our WorkWell programme have won awards this week for helping people stay well and stay working🌟

Congratulations to @Cumbria_Health for its UHUK award and Taper 2 for a Shine sustainability honour.

Find out more about WorkWell 👉 ow.ly/cP9w50ZZEmy
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 21
🩺 Time for a cholesterol check? 🧡

If you're aged over 40 and haven't had a cholesterol test before, or it’s been more than five years since your last one, it’s time to book a test! 📅

Contact your GP surgery to book a cholesterol test💖

#NationalCholesterolMonth
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 21
Our ICB #BlueToNew asthma campaign now features on the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) website alongside its asthma guidelines. 🎉

Read the NICE case study here 👇
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 20
Children, young people and families in Sunderland can now access mental health support through a new service available at local GP practices, making it easier to get help earlier, closer to home.

Read the full story on our website 👉 ow.ly/eM2X50ZZkc3
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 20
💊New medicine name?

Biosimilars work in the same way as the original biological medicine & meet strict standards for quality, safety & effectiveness. Your healthcare team will talk you through any proposed switch & support you.

Ask your specialist, nurse, pharmacist or doctor.
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 19
Want to protect your little one's smile?👶

Be Smile Smart by swapping sugary treats and fizzy drinks for healthy snacks, water or milk.

Get sugar swap ideas at👉ow.ly/tJqE50ZSzF7

#BeSmileSmart #OralHealth
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North East and North Cumbria NHS@NENC_NHS
Oct 19
👻 Don't let flu creep up on you this Halloween! 🎃

Keep your little pumpkin protected so they can enjoy spooky fun without the sniffles.

Search 🔎 NHS flu vaccines

#BeWiseImmunise
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