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The resident doctors' strike that was due to start on Monday has now been called off. Please continue to attend any appointments as planned and access NHS services as normal if you need them.
Resident doctors' strike. The strike that was due to start on Monday has been called off.

ALT Resident doctors' strike. The strike that was due to start on Monday has been called off.

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Jun 12
šŸ†• A free 2-dose MenB vaccine will be available for a limited time from end of July. Who can have it? - All current Year 13s - Anyone either starting university as an undergrad or moving into further education halls for the first time in autumn 2026, aged under 25.
MenB vaccine available for a limited time from late July 2026. Who is eligible? All current year 13 students (or of equivalent age). Anyone aged under 25 starting university or moving into further education halls of residence for the first time this autumn. Two doses are essential for protection.

ALT MenB vaccine available for a limited time from late July 2026. Who is eligible? All current year 13 students (or of equivalent age). Anyone aged under 25 starting university or moving into further education halls of residence for the first time this autumn. Two doses are essential for protection.

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@NHSuk
Jun 13
There are high levels of pollen across some parts of the country over the coming days. Hay fever is a common allergy that causes sneezing, coughing and itchy eyes. You cannot cure it, but there are things you can do to help your symptoms

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Jun 13
During strike action, you should continue to attendĀ any plannedĀ appointments unless you'reĀ contacted directlyĀ to rearrange. šŸ‘‡
NHS England
@NHSEngland
Jun 13
The next round of industrial action starts at 7am on Monday 15 June, coinciding with the beginning of the football World Cup and hot weather. Patients are urged to attend appointments as normal unless contacted, and come forward for care they need. ā„¹ļø england.nhs.uk/2026/06/publiā€¦
A healthcare professional checking a patient's blood pressure with a monitor displaying vital signs in the background. Copy reads: 'NHS urges patients to come forward for care during resident doctors' strikes'. NHS logo appears in top right corner.

ALT A healthcare professional checking a patient's blood pressure with a monitor displaying vital signs in the background. Copy reads: 'NHS urges patients to come forward for care during resident doctors' strikes'. NHS logo appears in top right corner.

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James Murray
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Jun 12
We're launching a one-off MenB vaccination programme ahead of the 2026 academic year. Following recent outbreaks we've decided to do this to protect those young people at the highest immediate risk. Two doses are needed to be effective - the first will be available from July.
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@NHSuk
Jun 12
šŸ†• A free 2-dose MenB vaccine will be available for a limited time from end of July. Who can have it? - All current Year 13s - Anyone either starting university as an undergrad or moving into further education halls for the first time in autumn 2026, aged under 25.
MenB vaccine available for a limited time from late July 2026. Who is eligible? All current year 13 students (or of equivalent age). Anyone aged under 25 starting university or moving into further education halls of residence for the first time this autumn. Two doses are essential for protection.

ALT MenB vaccine available for a limited time from late July 2026. Who is eligible? All current year 13 students (or of equivalent age). Anyone aged under 25 starting university or moving into further education halls of residence for the first time this autumn. Two doses are essential for protection.

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@NHSuk
Jun 12
šŸ†• A free 2-dose MenB vaccine will be available for a limited time from end of July. Who can have it? - All current Year 13s - Anyone either starting university as an undergrad or moving into further education halls for the first time in autumn 2026, aged under 25.
MenB vaccine available for a limited time from late July 2026. Who is eligible? All current year 13 students (or of equivalent age). Anyone aged under 25 starting university or moving into further education halls of residence for the first time this autumn. Two doses are essential for protection.

ALT MenB vaccine available for a limited time from late July 2026. Who is eligible? All current year 13 students (or of equivalent age). Anyone aged under 25 starting university or moving into further education halls of residence for the first time this autumn. Two doses are essential for protection.

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Jun 12
Find out more from @UKHSA ā¬‡ļø ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/06/12ā€¦

Who is eligible for the new one-offĀ MenBĀ vaccine programme?Ā 

A new,Ā time-limitedĀ MenBĀ vaccine offer isĀ availableĀ this summerĀ forĀ Year 13 students andĀ underĀ 25sĀ who will beĀ starting universityĀ as undergraduatesĀ orĀ moving intoĀ residential further educationĀ set...

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We're launching a one-off MenB vaccination programme ahead of the next academic year to protect young people from a life-threatening disease. This will help reduce the risk of serious illness and larger outbreaks. Two doses are needed for full protection. More: gov.uk/government/news/thousā€¦
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Jun 11
Managing type 2 diabetes alongside everyday life? NHS Healthy Living is free support that fits around busy lives ā€“ helping you build confidence and manage your health day to day. Sign up today: healthyliving.nhs.uk #DiabetesWeek
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ALT Copy reads: 'Get support with type 2 diabetes. Healthy living for people with type 2 diabetes.' NHS logo appears in the top right corner.

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@NHSuk
Jun 9
Strike action starts from 7am Monday 15 June and runs until 7am Friday 19 June. Some NHS services will be affected. You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed. Please continue to come forward for the care you need
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Jun 8
Do you know the signs of type 1 diabetes? Learning them could save a life. Swipe to learn more and visit the NHS website for more. #DiabetesWeek

More info on Type 1 diabetes

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Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men. Weā€™re introducing a targeted screening programme for those most at risk, alongside over Ā£20 million to improve research and treatment. @jamesmurray_ldn explains more šŸ‘‡
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Jun 3
From 2027, NHS Online will give people the option to get planned care through the NHS App. It will connect people with specialist clinicians across the country ā€“ helping them get care sooner.

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Jun 1
What is the Single Patient Record? The Single Patient Record will bring together your health information in one secure, easy-to-access place ā€“ giving you safer and more coordinated care when you need it. Swipe through to learn more ā¬‡ļø

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May 30
Thunderstorms can trigger symptoms for those with lung conditions, like asthma. If the weather makes your symptoms worse and you need to use your inhaler more, talk to your pharmacist, contact your GP or NHS 111.
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May 27
5 common mistakes when using sunscreen ā˜€ļø Take care when going out in the sun and donā€™t forget your sunscreen. Find more information on the NHS website.

More information on sunscreen

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May 26
Swipe to see how easy it is to check your risk of type 2 diabetes, with @DiabetesUK. If your risk is high or very high, you can contact your GP ā€“ thereā€™s even a template letter to help you. Find out your risk today ā¬‡ļø

Diabetes UK risk checker

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May 25
With hot weather across the country this week, make sure you keep hydrated. Babies, children and older adults are more at risk of dehydration. If it's not treated, it can become a serious problem. Find out more information ā¬‡ļø

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