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16/04/2026

NHS Talking Therapies treatment gives you practical skills and techniques to overcome obsessive compulsive disorder and other conditions.

Find out more, or refer yourself at nhs.uk/talk

💧 Tired, dizzy or nursing a headache? You could be dehydrated.Spending time in the sun, exercising, or even a mild illne...
15/04/2026

💧 Tired, dizzy or nursing a headache? You could be dehydrated.

Spending time in the sun, exercising, or even a mild illness can all lead to dehydration — and often, the signs are easy to miss.

Look out for these common symptoms:
✅ Feeling thirsty
✅ Dark yellow or strong-smelling urine
✅ Feeling lightheaded, tired or confused
✅ Dry mouth, lips or tongue

How to stay hydrated:
▪️ Drink 6–8 glasses of water a day
▪️ Snack on water-rich foods like cucumber, tomatoes, lettuce, watermelon & strawberries
▪️ Carry a refillable water bottle wherever you go

While dehydration can affect anyone, extra care should be taken with:
👶 Young children
🧓 Older adults
🏃‍♂️ People who are physically active or work outdoors

💻 Learn more at: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/dehydration/

Take care in the heat and stay hydrated!

TALKWORKS - NHS are a team of qualified psychological wellbeing practitioners and psychological therapists who provide a...
14/04/2026

TALKWORKS - NHS are a team of qualified psychological wellbeing practitioners and psychological therapists who provide an NHS talking therapy service to individuals in Devon.

Talkworks support patients to understand how you are feeling, so they can offer a choice of therapy options and coping strategies to help you feel happier and to get your life back on track.

Access support from Talkworks for help with:
✅ Anxiety
✅ Loneliness
✅ Panic Attacks
✅ Stress
✅ Depression
✅ Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Your GP can refer you to Talkworks, or you can self-refer through their website 👉 https://www.talkworks.dpt.nhs.uk/self-refer

For more information:
👉 https://www.talkworks.dpt.nhs.uk/
📞 Tel: 0300 555 3344

Lyme disease is a serious illness spread by ticks — tiny insects commonly found in grassy or wooded areas throughout the...
13/04/2026

Lyme disease is a serious illness spread by ticks — tiny insects commonly found in grassy or wooded areas throughout the UK. 🌳

If you enjoy spending time outdoors, it’s essential to know how to protect yourself and recognise the early warning signs. Common symptoms include a rash, fever, and tiredness — but the good news is that early treatment works well.

Stay safe, check for ticks after outdoor adventures, and learn more about prevention and symptoms here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/lyme-disease/

NHS Healthy Choices Quiz 🍏💪Are you ready to improve your overall health and wellbeing, but not sure where to start? The ...
10/04/2026

NHS Healthy Choices Quiz 🍏💪

Are you ready to improve your overall health and wellbeing, but not sure where to start? The free NHS Healthy Choices Quiz is here to help – and it only takes 5 minutes. Answer questions about your lifestyle to receive an overall score as well as personalised guidance to help you live a healthier life.

Take the quiz now: https://www.nhs.uk/hcquiz

New government guidance is here to help parents of under 5s build healthy screen habits 👶📱✅ Under 2s: avoid screens (exc...
30/03/2026

New government guidance is here to help parents of under 5s build healthy screen habits 👶📱

✅ Under 2s: avoid screens (except shared family moments)
✅ Ages 2–5: aim for no more than 1 hour a day
✅ Choose calm, simple content and avoid fast-paced videos
✅ Keep mealtimes & bedrooms screen-free
✅ Swap screens for play, reading, and conversation

Little ones learn from you, so your habits matter too. 💛

You can now get your cervical screening result via the NHS app. 💙📱If your result is normal, you'll receive it through th...
27/03/2026

You can now get your cervical screening result via the NHS app. 💙📱

If your result is normal, you'll receive it through the app.
If you don't use the NHS app, or more tests are needed, a letter will still be sent to you.

Make sure to:
1️⃣ Download the NHS app
2️⃣ Turn on notifications

For more information about Cervical Screening 👉 https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/

💙👶 New Dad? You’re Not Alone.Becoming a dad is an incredible experience — but it can also bring questions, worries, and ...
13/03/2026

💙👶 New Dad? You’re Not Alone.

Becoming a dad is an incredible experience — but it can also bring questions, worries, and moments where you’re not sure what to do next. That’s where DadPad comes in.

Developed with the NHS, DadPad is a practical guide designed especially for new fathers, helping you feel more confident and supported in the early days of parenthood.

Inside DadPad you’ll find:
👶 Practical tips to support your partner and give your baby the best possible start
🧠 Advice to manage anxiety and build confidence as a new dad
🤝 Guidance on bonding with your baby
🏡 Ideas for sharing parenting and strengthening family relationships
💬 Support on recognising postnatal depression and where to get help

Fatherhood is a journey — and having the right support makes all the difference.

📘 Find out more: https://thedadpad.co.uk/

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Walking Home Alone? 🚶‍♀️Strut Safe is a nationwide phone line which is run by volunteers to keep you company and help yo...
12/03/2026

Walking Home Alone? 🚶‍♀️

Strut Safe is a nationwide phone line which is run by volunteers to keep you company and help you feel safe on your walk home.
Their phone lines are open:
▪️ Fridays & Saturdays, 7pm to 3am
▪️ Sundays, 7pm to 1am

📞 If you don't feel safe on your walk home then give them a call 0333 335 0026

Their volunteers will help you feel safe until you are through the front door.

More info at 👉 https://strutsafe.org/

March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 🌸Ovarian cancer often goes undetected until later stages, making awareness and e...
10/03/2026

March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 🌸

Ovarian cancer often goes undetected until later stages, making awareness and early detection crucial. Symptoms can be vague but may include bloating, feeling full quickly or loss of appetite, a swollen tummy, changes in urination habits and persistent pelvic or abdominal pain.

1️⃣ Know the symptoms
2️⃣ Listen to your body
3️⃣ Spread awareness

These symptoms are very common and can be caused by many different conditions.
But it's still important to get them checked by a GP. This is because if they're caused by cancer, finding it early can mean it's more treatable. 🩺

For more information about ovarian cancer visit: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/ovarian-cancer/

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