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Take steps towards better health – with Life 4 Life NHS Norfolk is inviting people across the county to take part in Life 4 Life – a new programme designed to help them adopt a healthier lifestyle. The programme is coordinated by Paul Wilson and the Norfolk Life team at the Great Yarmouth Community Trust, […]
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Events in Norfolk and Suffolk / Health & Wellbeing May 18, 2010
Bungay Town Plan Health and Well Being Discussion Group Following the meeting held on 28th January and a recent report from Bungay Medical Practice it has been decided to revise the title and complement the members of this Group to include anyone concerned with the health and well being of our Town. It will comply […]
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Suffolk schools win top prizes for anti-smoking films A spectacular evening of fun and entertainment was had by all when the Suffolk Stop Smoking Oscars pilot project took centre stage at Ipswich Cineworld last night, 13th May 2010. Suffolk Smoke Free Alliance teamed up with Healthy Ambitions Suffolk earlier this year to launch a project […]
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Don’t let a stroke strike you down Almost 150,000 people a year in the UK suffer a stroke. It happens suddenly when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted. This can immediately cause loss of feeling on one side of the body as well as affecting vision, speech and memory. Many people do recover […]
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charities / Food and Drink / Health & Wellbeing May 12, 2010
Indulge in a fruity treat this Friday! People from across Suffolk are being urged to make this Friday a fruity one by enjoying some healthy, delicious fruit. Healthy Ambitions Suffolk is encouraging everyone in the county to use Fruity Friday, which takes place this week (14th May), as their inspiration to help get their five […]
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Funding up for grabsHealthy Ambitions Suffolk Community leaders whose vital health projects have benefited from all-important grant funding have urged others to follow in their footsteps and apply for a share of £200,000 to help their initiatives get off the ground.The Healthy Ambitions Suffolk grants programme offers funding to both new and existing health projects […]
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Cancer Prevention Week 2010:NHS Norfolk promotes a healthy lifestyle to help prevent cancer NHS Norfolk is stressing the importance of a healthy lifestyle – including keeping active and eating at least five portions of fruit and vegetables a day – to help prevent about a third of the most common cancers. The call comes at […]
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charities / Events in Norfolk and Suffolk / Health & Wellbeing May 11, 2010
Joint initiative to raise awareness of older people’s mental health The Norfolk and Waveney Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust has joined forces with Age Concern, Alzheimer’s Society and Crossroads to showcase an older people’s mental health information event. The drop-in event is aimed at members of the public to provide information and advice for older […]
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charities / Events in Norfolk and Suffolk / Health & Wellbeing May 11, 2010
Joint initiative to raise awareness of older people’s mental health The Norfolk and Waveney Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust has joined forces with Age Concern, Alzheimer’s Society and Crossroads to showcase an older people’s mental health information event. The drop-in event is aimed at members of the public to provide information and advice for older […]
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Events in Norfolk and Suffolk / Health & Wellbeing May 10, 2010
Wanted: volunteers to help with the Active Norfolk Corporate Games on Friday 18 June 2010 We are looking for volunteers to help with the Active Norfolk Corporate Games on Friday 18th June. Volunteers will be needed all day and roles will include keeping scores, marshaling and helping with the smooth running of the activities throughout […]
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Events in Norfolk and Suffolk / Health & Wellbeing May 9, 2010
Wanted: volunteers to help with the Active Norfolk Corporate Games on Friday 18 June 2010 We are looking for volunteers to help with the Active Norfolk Corporate Games on Friday 18th June. Volunteers will be needed all day and roles will include keeping scores, marshaling and helping with the smooth running of the activities […]
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Conference planned to promote the benefits of a healthy workforce to bosses of local businesses A conference aimed at businesses in Norfolk has been organised to explain how a healthy and happy workforce can boost efficiency in the workplace while reducing staff sickness and turnover. The Norfolk Working Well Conference will give attendees a chance […]
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Suffolk Community HealthcareTips on avoiding the misery of hay fever At least 1 in 10 people in the UK suffer from hay fever and for those who suffer with it, the coming summer months can be a miserable time. By taking a few simple precautions now, in addition to medication, you can minimise your hay […]
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Make a difference to your child’s fitness, with MEND in Norfolk A new MEND course has started in Norfolk, encouraging children and their families to adopt a healthy lifestyle. MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do-it) is a free service for 7 to 13-year-olds which is funded by NHS Norfolk, and delivered by Football in the Community. […]
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Planning your May Day holiday? Plan your healthcare too – NHS Norfolk NHS Norfolk is urging people across the county to plan for their healthcare this bank holiday. If you have a health concern that needs attention from your GP, make sure you book an appointment at your surgery before the bank holiday weekend, so […]
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NHS Norfolk receives Fit for Business recognition NHS Norfolk has been awarded Fit for Business status in recognition of its efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of its staff. The award was received at an event held at Norwich City Football Club’s ground in the afternoon on April 22nd. The endorsement by Fit for […]