Health is greatest asset. Time a precious commodity. Public's Health. DPH Blackburn with Darwen. Honorary Professor UCLAN. UKPHR 0230. Fellow @FPH, MIHPE
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14 May 2024
National Alcohol Conference at Aintree Hospital expert presentations, panel discussions on the risks, harms, management of alcohol intake supporting dependency
Superb presentation by Margaret Jones, DPH Sefton North West Directors Public Health consensus alcohol statement
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Did you know the HPV vaccine isn’t just for girls? Boys are offered it too, to protect them from HPV-related cancers later in life. 👦👦🏾👦🏻👦🏿
A simple vaccine today helps protect their future.
🔗 Find how to get vaccinated nhs.uk/HPV
ALT A person in sunglasses points upward beside large text reading, “Boys are offered the HPV vaccine too!” A pink box on the right says, “It protects them from HPV strains that cause some types of cancer.” The background is bright yellow with pink graphic accents, and the URL “NHS.UK/HPV” appears at the bottom.
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As the weather heats up this weekend, make sure you stock up on sunscreen!
Even if it’s cloudy, UV rays can still cause sunburn. Follow this advice to avoid getting burnt, and reduce your risk of developing skin cancer.
Visit our website for more info on sun safety ⬇️
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May 22
🟠⚠ Amber heat-health alerts have been issued to the health systems across central England until Wednesday 27 May, with yellow alerts covering the rest of the country.
You can check the latest alerts and guidance through the early warning system here:
🔗 ukhsa-dashboard.data.gov.uk/…
ALT Amber alert: East Midlands, East of England, London, South East and West Midlands. Yellow alert: North West, North East, South West and Yorkshire and the Humber.
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🔞 Sunbeds can cause skin cancer - yet some businesses are still letting children and teenagers use them illegally.
We've launched a consultation on introducing tougher regulations for commercial sunbeds, as part of our National Cancer Plan.
💬 Have your say: gov.uk/government/consultati…
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13 Dec 2025
Flu message and how to protect yourself and your families during the winter:
Go for your free flu jab
Consent to your children being vaccinated for flu
Good hand hygiene, regular hand washing
Catch It, Bin It, Kill It when coughing or sneezing
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4 Dec 2025
(1/7) Today I have published the 2025 CMO Annual Report, on infections.
It considers trends, successes, future challenges and opportunities in preventing and treating infectious diseases.
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4 Dec 2025
An unprecedented flu wave with ‘no peak in sight’ comes as the NHS prepares for the added pressure of strike action.
england.nhs.uk/2025/12/nhs-r…
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4 Dec 2025
Our infographic shows the number of hospitalisations and positive tests compared to last week for each virus. If you want even more detail, read the full report below. 🔎(3/3)
gov.uk/government/statistics…
ALT Infographic showing data for flu, COVID-19 and RSV
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4 Dec 2025
🔵 RSV has also increased and is circulating at medium levels.
🟣 COVID-19 has decreased and is stable at baseline levels. (2/3)
ALT Graph showing COVID-19 positive tests
ALT Graph showing RSV positive tests
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4 Dec 2025
🆕 #UKHSAVirusWatch: The latest flu, COVID-19 and RSV data from our weekly winter surveillance report.
🟢 Flu is rising sharply and is circulating at medium levels. It is now having a greater impact on adults. (1/3)
ALT Graph showing positive tests for flu
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ALT Graph showing positive tests for flu by age group
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3 Dec 2025
Winter brings more than just festive cheer – respiratory illnesses like #flu and #COVID-19 also peak during colder months.
Our latest blog post covers everything you need to know about staying healthy this season.
Read here: bit.ly/3Y7esJS
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4 Dec 2025
There were more than 200,000 A&E attendances last winter for conditions that could have been dealt with elsewhere across the NHS.
As winter pressures build, watch to learn about the many ways to get help for non-emergencies that work around your life.
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3 Dec 2025
Still setting your alarm for 7:55am to phone your GP?
Get in touch online instead, at a time that suits you.
Nearly every GP practice now offers this service alongside telephone and face-to-face appointments.
Modern, convenient healthcare that works for you 📱
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24 Nov 2025
🎮 Level up! We ran 2 gaming & gambling harm sessions with @YgamUK , training 44 professionals at Eanam Wharf and @Jamia_Blackburn .
We explored how gaming and gambling and why 1 in 4 young people spend money in games without realising the risks. #GamingHarm #GamblingAwareness
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Flu cases are higher than usual for this time of year. Eyram, @Ldn_Ambulance paramedic, shares flu symptoms and what you can do to get better.
More information: nhs.uk/conditions/flu/
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24 Nov 2025
✅ Take a simple step to feeling healthier with the NHS Healthy Choices quiz.
It gives you personalised tips to improve your overall wellbeing.
Try it out to reveal your score and get a plan that’s right for you: nhs.uk/better-health/healthy…
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19 Nov 2025
Flu cases are higher than usual for this time of year. 🤧 Here are some things you can do to stop the spread.
Having a #flu vaccine is still the best protection against flu. 🛡️
Read our blog post to find out if you are eligible for a free vaccination: ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/09/01…
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If your child is vaccinated and catches flu, their symptoms will be milder and their recovery quicker.
Book your child’s flu vaccine via your GP, pharmacy or the NHS App.
➡️ nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-fl…
ALT Photograph of a child holding hands with an adult as they walk together. The text reads 'Flu tends to spread first in children. Early vaccination protects them and vulnerable family members.' The NHS logo is in the top right corner.
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6 Nov 2025
Vaccination is the most effective way to protect yourself from flu, which can cause serious illness and hospitalisation. 🛡️
Parents should ensure school consent forms are returned or GP appointments are booked for younger children. #Flu #Influenza
bit.ly/48ZKQVH
ALT Book your flu vaccine now: through your GP practice, online or through the NHS App
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