Better Health Gateshead

18/02/2026

Heartburn is easy to ignore as it's so common. But if it comes back time and time again it could be a sign of something more serious. Heartburn Cancer UK can tell you everything you need to know and more 👇

18/02/2026

GemArts Mini Mela returns to Gateshead Libraries!

Gateshead Central Library, Tuesday 24th February, 11am-3pm, FREE

Come and celebrate the Lunar New Year, joy of Holi and the arrival of spring with a free day of creativity for children, families and carers.

Roll up your sleeves for colourful arts activities, feel the rhythm with drumming and Bollywood dance sessions, and get a gorgeous henna design (for all ages!).

It's a vibrant celebration of our community and the colours that make it so special.

18/02/2026

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.

17/02/2026

Having a healthy, balanced diet is about how much as well as what we eat. Understanding what the right portion size can help us get the balance right

Not sure what a food portion is? Don’t have scales handy? Use your hands

A portion of cooked chicken breast or fish fillet should be about the size of your hand

16/02/2026

We do tennis are on the look out for people (of any ability) who love tennis and want to help grow the game at their local park

Benefits of becoming a tennis activator
🎾Free annual court pass
🎾Free weekly couching
🎾Free volunteer DBS
🎾20% racket world
🎾50% off couch training*

*Dependent of availability

If interested in becoming an activator, please fill in the expression of interest form (link in comments 👇)

We Do Tennis Tennis for more information

16/02/2026

Do you think your child may have ADHD or Autism? Or are they already on the neurodevelopmental assessment pathway?

Drop in to February’s Neurodevelopment Support Event at Chowdene Family Hub, Wednesday 18 February, 12:30 to 2:30, to talk to organisations who can help you.

More information at: http://www.gateshead.gov.uk/neurodevelopment-support

Our February Neurodevelopment Support Event is coming soon!

Do you think your child may have ADHD or Autism? Or are they already on the neurodevelopmental assessment pathway?
If so, come along to our drop-in event to talk to organisations who can help you. This free drop-in session offers practical advice, early help and information from local services. No need to book and no diagnosis needed.

📅 Date: Wednesday 18 February
🕒 Time: 12:30 to 2:30pm
📍 Location: Chowdene Family Hub
🤝 Meet teams offering support with education, health, parenting, benefits and more.

These friendly marketplace style events are a chance to ask questions, find support, and connect with others.

👉 Full details and all future event dates: www.gateshead.gov.uk/neurodevelopment-support

16/02/2026

We know that gaining access to an NHS dentist is currently difficult. That is why we have updated our Oral Health webpage (link in the comments 👇) with information that can help people find urgent dental care

15/02/2026

Free test kit? ✔️
Plain packaging? ✔️
And you can do it yourself? ✔️

Yep, it really is that simple.

National HIV Testing Week is a good time to check your status – order your FREE test from the Gateshead Sexual Health Service website 👇

14/02/2026

Wanting to cut down on alcohol?

Alcohol units can mount up – a good way to get started on cutting down is by trying our quiz to see what you know.

Find advice and support to cut down on the Reduce My Risk Tv website 👇

14/02/2026

Testing is the only way to know your HIV status, and now’s the perfect time test – order your FREE test kit today 👇

13/02/2026

❓ Not on PrEP and had s*x without condoms?

💡It’s a good idea to test regularly for HIV, for example every year or when you have a new partner.

Get your FREE test kit today 👇

13/02/2026

Here are some recommendations for storing food in your fridge and freezer

🩵Keep your fridge should be between 0 and 5°C and your freezer should be around -18°C
💙Store raw meats on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator to prevent drips from contaminating other foods.
🩵Don't place hot or warm food in your fridge.
💙leftovers and homemade goods should be frozen as soon as possible.

Visit the Food Stand Agency website for more food safety and hygiene advice, including guidance on food allergies. 👇