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…
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…
This summer, Joe Wicks has released a new animated physical activity series, Activate, which aims to get children moving and having fun. Co-created by Joe Wicks and Studio AKA (the makers of ‘Hey Duggee’), Activate is backed by the government…
On Saturday, 12th July, the Public Health team joined forces with the World Council of Hindus UK (Newham branch) to deliver a Well Newham Health Event. Over 30 health and wellbeing services took part, reaching around 400 residents from across…
Theme: Belonging in Newham On Wednesday, 25th June, the London Borough of Newham proudly hosted the annual Newham Healthy Schools Celebration Event at the Old Town Hall in Stratford, bringing together over 65 attendees from across the borough. From 10…
Join us this summer as we celebrate the theme ‘Roots to Routes’ with a vibrant series of free cultural events across Newham. Events take place at local libraries, UCL East, and Rabbits Road Press from 6 July – 29 August.…
Come along to our Well Newham Health Day on Saturday 12th July from 11am – 4pm. Discover a variety of free services available to support and enhance your wellbeing including Nutrition Kitchen, Quit Well Newham, Well Newham outreach and more.…
At the end of May, a Summer Health Mela was held in East Ham with our Bangladeshi community. Ninety-five adults and around 30 children attended the event, creating a positive and supportive energy. Residents were able to visit different stalls…
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)…
