Better Health Exeter aims to help Exeter's residents access opportunities to better manage their health concerns and conditions.
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Better Health Exeter retweeted
17 Apr 2023
Did you know, walking briskly, even for 1 minute, counts as exercise? The Active 10 app anonymously records every minute of walking you do. Just pop your phone in your pocket and away you go!
Download the Active 10 app today: nhs.uk/better-health/get-act…
ALT Group of 4 middle age to elderly people walking briskly in a park. Better Health logo is in the top left corner. NHS logo is in the top right corner.
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If you have COVID-19, you can pass on the virus to other people for up to 10 days from when your infection starts.
Here we share advice on what to do if you have tested positive for COVID-19 or have any symptoms of COVID-19.
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Find your #HealthApp today using our local library of reviewed apps on the ORCHA site. You can search for any health app you require to get the support and guidance you need. To start your search and find the app you have been looking for, visit: devon.orcha.co.uk/
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Better Health Exeter retweeted
2 Nov 2022
We’re not afraid to talk about suicide. Tap retweet and let’s all break the silence together 💪
ALT Talking about suicide saves lives. We're ready to listen.
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Access support when you need it. Qwell is available across Devon with free anonymous assistance via its online wellbeing platform. Find out more and sign up today: qwell.io/
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Better Health Exeter retweeted
9 Mar 2022
Tell someone you trust how you feel. And if you have no-one nearby then you can call a helpline (see below) for a friendly chat💚
@samaritans ☎️116 123
@theCALMzone ☎️ 0800 58 58 58
@CharitySANE ☎️ 0300 304 7000
#DevonsMentalHealthCharity
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Did you know you can request your repeat prescription online? Visit your GP practice's website to access their online services. Find out more about online consultations: devonccg.nhs.uk/health-servi…
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Better Health Exeter retweeted
2 Oct 2022
Every two minutes someone finds out that they have Type 2 diabetes.
Sign up today and get information and advice at home, work or on the move. ➡️ healthyliving.nhs.uk/
ALT Blue and white graphic which reads 'Every 2 minutes someone finds out that they have Type 2 diabetes'.
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Protect your child from flu. Parents must complete an online consent form for their child to get the flu nasal spray at school. If your child is aged 2 - 3/has a long-term condition, like asthma or diabetes, contact your GP for a vaccination @Torbay_Council @DevonCC @plymouthcc
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Better Health Exeter retweeted
26 Sep 2022
From social to creative and exercise groups. There is something for everyone to get involved with during our Big Activity Week.
Try a taster sessions and see how connecting with others helps you.
Get Involved: bit.ly/3SlcfWz
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16 Sep 2022
More positive feedback for Exe Nordic Walking - great news
14 Sep 2022
Let's do it! We have free courses in Cranbrook and St Thomas in October. You can then borrow poles until you are ready to buy your own. More people are out and about with poles. By learning the technique you turn your walk into a workout. Come along and find out more.
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7 Sep 2022
Details of our next workshop. Do support us .How do I balance my diet and weight Tickets, Wed 21 Sep 2022 at 19:00 | Eventbrite eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-do-i-…
Better Health Exeter retweeted
1 Sep 2022
We're sad to hear about the death of Bill Turnbull from prostate cancer.
1 in 8 men will get prostate cancer — that's a dad, brother, uncle or best mate. Read about the symptoms, causes and tests for prostate cancer, and share with your loved ones. ⬇️
nhs.uk/conditions/prostate-c…
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26 Aug 2022
Really useful advice
26 Aug 2022
Being active as much we are able to is essential for our well-being and health #healthy #Mentalhealth #MentalHealthAwareness
24 Aug 2022
This September we are launching our first ever Big Activity Week.
Over the week we will be exploring the benefits of being active within our local community in later life.
Find out what's happening in your local area at bit.ly/3dQw2yb
#TheBigActivityWeek2022
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22 Aug 2022
Sleep is essential for our well-being and health. Great feedback @DPT_TALKWORKS #mentalhealth #MentalHealthAwareness
Sleep difficulties can impact us at any age. Peter reached out to TALKWORKS when he was struggling with insomnia. He shares his therapist worked with him to change his relationship with sleep: orlo.uk/xhtto
ALT The artwork shows a snippet of Peter's testimonial. The Devon Partnership Trust and TALKWORKS logos, TALKWORKS phone number (0300 555 3344) and website address (www.talkworks.dpt.nhs.uk) are present on the artwork.
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Better Health Exeter retweeted
19 Aug 2022
🚨Last chance to take part🚨
If you’re interested in how data from your GP surgery is collected and used, or would like to know more about how it can help transform how the NHS cares for and treats patients, we want to hear from you.
Get involved here👇
digital.nhs.uk/data-and-info…
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Better Health Exeter retweeted
21 Jul 2022
.@NHSEngland has published eight decision support tools to support #SharedDecisionMaking conversations between clinician and patient by explaining treatment, care and support options to help patient consider what matters most to them.
england.nhs.uk/decision-supp…
#PersonalisedCare
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