Our latest Impact Report is out - packed with inspiring peoples stories, service spotlights, and how we've saved the NHS & social care system Β£46.2M.
Discover our journey & join the celebration π buff.ly/SBlpGmU@NENC_NHS#Healthworks30#ImpactReport#NHS
Skin cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. Protect your skin. Check your skin. Get to know whatβs normal for you, a changing mole isnβt something to ignore π€οΈπ
#SkinCancerAwareness@Skcincharity
Healthworks is at the North Futures Public Showcase event today where we are highlighting our Squat Ruler Project and community based work supporting people with multiple long term conditions.
πββοΈπ Help Us Make Every Mile Count
Our amazing team is taking on the Great North Run to raise funds for Useful Vision.
If you can, please support our team and help us change lives, one mile at a time.
π Donate today and help make every mile count.
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πΆπͺ Baby Gym at Healthworks Gym
Enjoy a fun workout while keeping your baby by your side.
π Health Resource Centre and Lemington Centre
π Multiple sessions available throughout the week
βοΈ Booking required β call 0191 272 4244
Need support with your wellbeing, finances, housing, benefits, health or accessing local services?
Our Community Wellbeing Pathfinder team is holding free drop-in sessions across Newcastle.
Find your nearest session below π
Cancer in teenagers and young adults is rare, but it does happen. Knowing the signs early can save lives. If something doesnβt feel right, get it checked β¬οΈβ¬οΈ
Alcohol increases your risk of cancerβand it can be high in calories too. Extra weight also raises your cancer risk. β οΈ
Check what your weekly drinks add up to using the @WCRF_UK calorie calculator π bit.ly/4jZFV9O
BBC News reported research that highlights the powerful impact of strength training: just 90 minutes to 2 hours a week of strength training can significantly reduce the risk of various health issues.
Join Healthworks Gyms and invest in your wellbeing.
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A great article by Sam Volpe highlighting Healthworks breastfeeding support and the important outcomes it can bring to health protections.
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Find out more about our Best Start Breastfeeding support buff.ly/E3fWnnM
Help your digestive system run like clockwork and improve your overall quality of life. Eat the right foods for a healthy tummy to reduce your risk of constipation, heartburn or more serious diseases such as cancer. Advice visit π bit.ly/4lLTriM#WorldDigestiveHealthDay
Don't wait until it's too late! Early detection of lung cancer saves lives. If you're a current or former smoker and invited for screening, take up the offer. It's quick, easy, and can make all the difference.
Be smart about skin cancer and enjoy the sun safely this summer. If you have had more than 5 sunburns, you have doubled your risk of melanoma skin cancer. Donβt take that risk!
#SkinCancerAwarenessMonth
Please note that both of our centres are closed on Monday for the bank holiday but open as normal on Tuesday. Visit our What's On to find out about our activities next week buff.ly/vPJ2JEf
πββοΈπ Help Us Make Every Mile Count ππββοΈ
Our amazing Great North Run team is fundraising for Useful Vision by Healthworks - helping visually impaired children and young people access inclusive activities, experiences and support.
Please support them
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Diet plays a key role in maintaining our oral health and reducing the risk of gum disease, tooth decay and certain cancers. Get advice and support from @dentalhealthorgbuff.ly/mjOBMot#SmileMonth
It's important that we all do what we can to protect our mental health, particularly if you have a cancer diagnosis to deal with too. Even the smallest of actions can help. Get help and support from @mentalhealth π bit.ly/4tyluFM#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek