This category captures all the work that is being done to improve the health and wellbeing for adults.
Sexual health is an important part of everyone’s health and wellbeing. In honor of National HIV Testing Week, celebrated from February 9 to 15, Newham Council wants residents to know our local sexual health services offer free sexual health prevention and…
Better Balance – helping you stay steady, strong and confident If you’re aged 50 or over and live in Newham, Better Balance can help you feel stronger, more confident on your feet and stay independent. The friendly, proven classes support better…
Well Newham is here to support everyone in Newham to live well residents, ensuring that residents are aware of the support available to them via the Well Newham website, the Well Newham directory of service, the 5 Ways to a healthier…
Put Yourself First campaign is now live across North East London. This initiative, led by the North East London Cancer Alliance, aims to empower women aged 50 to 71 to prioritise their health by attending routine breast screening appointments. Breast…
Newham Council supported Dry January. This is a national campaign run by the charity Alcohol Change UK, whose aim is to raise awareness of alcohol-related harms and encourage healthier habits. The challenge encourages us to have open conversations about drinking…
As we head towards winter, respiratory illnesses begin to rise. One of the most serious among them is Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). While RSV often causes mild cold-like symptoms, it can be dangerous for babies, older adults, and people with…
The COVID-19 vaccine is the best way to protect yourself against serious illness and hospitalisation from COVID. People at higher risk of becoming very unwell from COVID, such as older people or people with certain health conditions, may be offered…
As the colder months approach, so does the annual increase in flu cases. Colder weather brings people indoors at work, at school, and on public transport. This makes it easier for viruses like flu to spread. Getting a flu vaccine…
Enjoy free sports equipment across Newham’s parks this summer. Fancy a game of football, basketball or table tennis but don’t have your own equipment? Thanks to a partnership with London Sport and Equip, we have fifteen free equipment lockers located…
