A Better Medway

A Better Medway Discover easier, free ways to be healthy if you live or work in Medway.

A Better Medway is brought to you by Medway Council, & aims to help improve the health and well-being of Medway residents.

29/01/2026

Local midwife Nicola Johnson explains why getting your maternal vaccines will protect you & your baby against flu, whooping cough & RSV. 👶

Talk to your pharmacy, GP or community midwife about the walk-in service at Maritime Hospital.

https://orlo.uk/nhs_pregnancy_vaccinations_duKMR

Medway NHS Foundation Trust Medway Maternity

Whether you would like to cut down or stop drinking, free and confidential support is available. ☎️ Up to 6 one-to-one p...
28/01/2026

Whether you would like to cut down or stop drinking, free and confidential support is available.

☎️ Up to 6 one-to-one phone sessions are available over 12 weeks through the Medway Alcohol Support Line.

👉 Learn more here: https://orlo.uk/UEGIF

Healthwatch Medway Medway Community Healthcare Medway NHS Foundation Trust NHS Kent and Medway Imago Community Open Road

The 'Stop Smoking, Feel Happier' campaign are at the Pentagon Shopping Centre today, complete with a glowing brain! 🧠 Th...
28/01/2026

The 'Stop Smoking, Feel Happier' campaign are at the Pentagon Shopping Centre today, complete with a glowing brain! 🧠

They are chatting to shoppers about the link between smoking and mental health and the support available to quit.

To find out more, visit https://orlo.uk/medway_gov_uk_stopsmoking_dcAPU

South East Smokefree Alliance

The adult services team will be out changing ferrules today - Wednesday, 28 January.What is a ferrule? Its the rubber en...
28/01/2026

The adult services team will be out changing ferrules today - Wednesday, 28 January.
What is a ferrule? Its the rubber end of a walking aid that keeps it safe and stable.

Where : Pentagon Shopping Centre, Chatham
When : 11.00am – 1pm
Cost : FREE!

Why not pop along and make sure you're not one of the many falls this year that puts people in hospital...
Can't get to the Pentagon tomorrow? Find out where you can get your walking aid checked here - https://orlo.uk/K7ldX

Quit Coach is an AI-powered stop-smoking assistant giving you 24/7 support to stay smoke-free via WhatsApp.Use Quit Coac...
27/01/2026

Quit Coach is an AI-powered stop-smoking assistant giving you 24/7 support to stay smoke-free via WhatsApp.

Use Quit Coach on its own or alongside 121 support from the Medway Stop Smoking Service.

Start your journey today: https://orlo.uk/Medway_Stop_Smoking_Service_Pj8gi

Children under 6 are now being offered the MMRV vaccine instead of MMR as part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination ...
27/01/2026

Children under 6 are now being offered the MMRV vaccine instead of MMR as part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme.

This replaces the existing MMR vaccine and adds protection against chickenpox, alongside measles, mumps and rubella.

You don’t need to do anything — your GP will contact you when your child is due.

https://orlo.uk/bA2iv

🌟 Meet Frances! 🌟Frances joined Bump Club during both of her pregnancies — and here’s what she had to say:“Bump Club was...
26/01/2026

🌟 Meet Frances! 🌟
Frances joined Bump Club during both of her pregnancies — and here’s what she had to say:

“Bump Club was amazing and honestly got better every single session!
I developed Gestational Diabetes during my second pregnancy, which was totally new and quite overwhelming. The session with Joanna really helped clear up my worries — especially around my baby’s care and sugar levels after birth.
The support from the Bump Club team was second to none, and I’ve made real friends who I still speak to every day.
It’s helped me build a healthier physical and mental lifestyle for myself and my children.”

💛 Thank you, Frances, for sharing your journey! 💛

🤰✨ Are you pregnant and looking for FREE antenatal support, fun activities, and a chance to meet new friends?

Our next BumpClub online programme starts Monday 23 Feb, 7:15 to 8:15pm — why not join us?
👉 Sign up today and start your BumpClub adventure!
https://forms.office.com/r/UcBgC7f9XW

As comes to an end, you may find your relationship with alcohol has changed.Use the Try Dry app year round to achieve ...
26/01/2026

As comes to an end, you may find your relationship with alcohol has changed.

Use the Try Dry app year round to achieve your goals, from drinking less or more mindfully, or introducing dry days.

Apple: https://orlo.uk/vPim9
Play Store: https://orlo.uk/nxv4u

Do you want to help someone thrive who is autistic or has a learning disability?Join us for this free session and find o...
26/01/2026

Do you want to help someone thrive who is autistic or has a learning disability?

Join us for this free session and find out how you can create a capable environment for children and adults.

🗓️ Thursday, 5 February 10am to 12noon.

Find out more https://orlo.uk/Building_on_the_basics_of_support_cCs3B

Children under 6 are now being offered the MMRV vaccine instead of MMR as part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination ...
23/01/2026

Children under 6 are now being offered the MMRV vaccine instead of MMR as part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme.

This replaces the existing MMR vaccine and adds protection against chickenpox, alongside measles, mumps and rubella.

You don’t need to do anything — your GP will contact you when your child is due.

https://orlo.uk/A5BZv

23/01/2026

It’s Cervical Cancer Prevention Week

Did you know?

Over 99% of cervical cancers are caused by a virus called HPV
HPV is a very common virus that most people don’t even realise they have.

But HPV doesn’t just affect the cervix, it can also affect the mouth and throat, and is linked to some head and neck cancers.

❓How can you reduce your risk?
The HPV vaccine can reduce cervical cancer risk by around 80% and also helps protect against some cancers of the mouth and throat.

🦷 Why this matters for oral health
HPV can infect the mouth and throat. Long‑term infection with high‑risk HPV can lead to:
• Oral cancer
• Oropharyngeal cancer (back of the throat, base of the tongue, tonsils)

🔍 Know the sign and get checked if you notice:
• Mouth ulcers that don’t heal after 3 weeks
• Unexplained lumps in the neck
• Persistent sore throat
• Voice changes
• Difficulty swallowing

✔️ And remember, regular dental check‑ups are important, dentists are trained to spot early signs of oral cancer.

For more information on cervical screening visit: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/

To find out more about HPV and vaccinations visit: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/human-papilloma-virus-hpv/

Looking after your health matters — at work and beyond. Did you know the Healthy Workplace Programme offers Heart MOTs f...
23/01/2026

Looking after your health matters — at work and beyond.

Did you know the Healthy Workplace Programme offers Heart MOTs for staff? They help people understand their blood pressure and take positive steps towards better heart health.

It's all part of the free support available to Medway employers.

👉 Learn more: https://orlo.uk/rMIXj

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