This category captures all the work that is being done to improve access to services
Measles is highly contagious and spreads very easily among unvaccinated children, especially in nurseries and schools. 1 in 20 children with measles will develop pneumonia. Measles can be fatal. If you think you or your child may have measles, call…
From day one, a baby’s emotional world is nurtured by caring adults. This week, we shine a light on the 2025 theme: Who is holding the baby? It’s okay to need a little help especially when life feels overwhelming. In…
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…
The Early Start Nutrition Team deliver FREE online nutrition support to Newham families, including webinars and online course. Webinars Two 45 minute webinars, providing families with information, tips and recipe ideas, plus a chance to ask questions. Weaning your Baby–…
To mark World No Tobacco Day on 31 May the Council is redoubling its campaign to encourage smokers to quit with support from “Quit Well Newham”. In the last year, over 1000 smokers in Newham were supported to quit. This…
Residents, service users and carers from across Newham are being invited to give their views on mental health crisis support available outside of standard working hours. A period of engagement with the local community in Newham has begun, aiming to…
The Council’s Public Health Team is working with Newham Hospital to run the Well Newham Challenge programme in the hospital. The programme funds and supports hospital staff to pilot new interventions that aim to improve the health of Newham residents…
We want parents/carers to help shape our mental health strategy. We have launched a consultation to ensure residents’ lived experience and valuable insights are considered. The first phase is a short survey that will take just five minutes. You can…
Sexual health is an important part of everyone’s health and well being. Ahead of National HIV Testing Week (10-16 February), we want you to know our local sexual health services offer free sexual health prevention and care (including HIV testing)…
