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…
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…
On 25 November, Newham council launched its support of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, which begins on White Ribbon Day and runs until 10 December (Human Rights Day). This global movement encourages people everywhere to speak out…
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…
