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Today we pause to reflect on the courage and ultimate sacrifice made by members of our Armed Forces.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember them.
Born between 1 September 2007 and 31 August 2008?
There are less than two months left to get your first MenB vaccine.
If eligible, you need your first dose by 30 December 2026. Two doses are needed for protection.
Find out more and book ➡️ nhs.uk/book-menb
It’s #StressAwarenessDay.
Most people feel stressed sometimes — it’s a normal part of life.
But if stress is affecting you regularly, there are things you can try that may help.
➡️ nhs.uk/mental-health/feeling…
More than 14 million Pharmacy First consultations have been delivered since February 2024.
Your pharmacist can provide some prescription medicine, if needed, for these common conditions without you needing to see a GP.
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#AskYourPharmacist

ALT Illustration of pharmacy shelves with medicines on them. On each box of medicine there is a condition and age criteria for the Pharmacy First service: Sore throat (5 years and over), Earache (1-17 years), Sinusitis (12 years and over), Infected insect bites (1 year and over), Impetigo (1 year and over), Shingles (18 years and over), Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (Women 16-64 years). Additional text reads 'Pharmacy First. Treatment for common conditions without a GP appointment'.
What to do if you see someone having a seizure.
Witnessing a seizure can feel overwhelming, but calm actions can provide safety and reassurance. Follow these 6 steps to help.
ℹ️ Find more advice nhs.uk/symptoms/what-to-do-i…
November is #LungCancerAwarenessMonth.
Swipe to learn the common symptoms of lung cancer.
Knowing what’s normal for you can help you spot when something changes. It could be nothing serious, but it’s always worth getting checked.
Find out more 👉 nhs.uk/conditions/lung-cance…
If you catch flu and you have a certain long term health condition, you are at a much higher risk of falling seriously ill or being hospitalised.
Give yourself the best protection with the flu vaccine.
Check your eligibility and book now: nhs.uk/book-flu
The first sign of a stroke might not seem like much, like not being able to raise your arm. Or struggling to smile. Or slurring when you speak. Any sign of a stroke is always an emergency.
Face or arm or speech, at the first sign, it's time to call 999.
#WorldStrokeDay
Add flu protection to your half-term plans.
Missed the school flu vaccine? Catch-up clinics are running over half term in community venues.
Children aged 2 and 3 can also get vaccinated at their GP surgery or a participating pharmacy.
➡️ nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-fl…
The clocks go back tonight — a timely reminder to think about vitamin D.
From October to March our bodies can’t make enough vitamin D from sunlight. To keep bones and muscles healthy it’s best to take a daily 10 microgram supplement of vitamin D.
Info ➡️ nhs.uk/conditions/vitamins-a…
Over 10 million flu vaccinations have now been given across England this autumn.
Flu can be serious. If you’re eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine, get protected ahead of winter.
Find out if you’re eligible ➡️ nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vacc…
Over 10 million flu vaccinations have now been given across England this autumn.
Flu can be serious. If you’re eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine, get protected ahead of winter.
Find out if you’re eligible ➡️ nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vacc…
Flu can be serious. If you’re 65 or over, get your free NHS flu vaccine to help protect against serious illness and hospital treatment.
It is important to get the flu vaccine every year.
Book via your GP, pharmacy or the NHS App ➡️ nhs.uk/bookflu
Over 7 million flu vaccinations have now been given across England this autumn.
Getting vaccinated is one of the best ways to protect yourself and others from flu this winter.
Find out if you’re eligible: nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vacc…
Over 7 million flu vaccinations have now been given across England this autumn.
Getting vaccinated is one of the best ways to protect yourself and others from flu this winter.
Find out if you’re eligible: nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vacc…
Trying to drink less alcohol can be tricky for some – but we’ve got a game plan.
If you're trying to drink less alcohol, even just sticking to a few drink-free days a week is a great step in the right direction.
Visit nhs.uk/better-health/drink-l… for more information.
Trying to drink less alcohol can be tricky for some – but we’ve got a game plan.
If you're trying to drink less alcohol, even just sticking to a few drink-free days a week is a great step in the right direction.
Visit nhs.uk/better-health/drink-l… for more information.
Turn on your NHS App notifications for a new way to know if your prescription is ready to be collected...
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The NHS is rolling out alerts on smartwatches and mobiles to let people know their prescription is ready.
NHS App users can now get instant alerts from more than 2,500 chemists across England.
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