We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity from the NHS – North-East London Cancer Alliance aimed at enhancing testicular health education among secondary school students in Newham. With testicular cancer and testicular torsion posing significant health risks, it is…
With childhood infections such as measles and whooping cough rising, it is imperative that we all prioritise immunisation to protect our youngest community members. The impact of childhood infections cannot be overstated. England’s current levels of population immunity fall short of…
The Social Welfare Alliance offers free training for anyone who has regular conversations with residents who have a range of social welfare issues. The online sessions are delivered by expert tutors and cover topics, such as: mental health, immigration, employment,…
The LBN Public Health team has partnered with BetterPoints to launch the BetterPoints Newham Challenge, a free app-based programme and website aimed at encouraging everyone living in Newham to walk, wheel, cycle or run more – and gain rewards while…
Social Prescribing Day (14 March) takes place annually to celebrate the people, organisations and communities who make social prescribing happen. It is also an opportunity to celebrate all our partners and everyone who work in this space. To mark Social…
There is a fantastic opportunity for all adults (18+) who live, work or study in Newham that would like to increase their confidence in water! In collaboration with the Black Swimming Association (BSA), the leisure team is offering FREE 5-week…
Newham Council is supporting Children’s Mental Health Week this week: 5-11 February 2024. This is a national campaign, led by the charity Place2Be, which prioritises improving children’s mental health. In 2022, 18% of children aged 7–16 had a probable mental…
We’re thrilled to announce our Free Half Term Activity Programme (from the 12th to the 16th of February) – a collaborative effort with activeNewham and local providers to keep children and young people active and engaged over February Half Term.…
Are you helping to support young people’s mental health? If so, this is a great opportunity to have your say about the communities and activities that young people rely on for their wellbeing. The public health team is working with…
