As children and young people return to school, it’s important to be aware of the winter illnesses currently circulating. A few simple habits can help keep children, families and classrooms healthy. Newham Public Health Team are sharing an updated blog published…
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…
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…
Since January 2025, Newham has had the third highest number of cases of measles among all local authorities in England. This includes a recent measles outbreak affecting two of our schools. Earlier this year, a travel related case of hepatitis…
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…
This year, World Immunisation Week is celebrated from Thursday April 24th to Wednesday April 30th. Led by the World Health Organisation (WHO), this event aims to promote the use of vaccines to protect people of all ages against vaccine-preventable diseases.…
A set of videos co-produced with residents, schools and clinicians are now available on the Well Newham website and YouTube channel. These address common questions about vaccinations, providing answers from clinicians in empowering conversations with residents. They feature local people…
