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We are here to make sure your views on local health and social care services are heard

12/11/2025

🎄 A Christmas Community Project 🎄
Brought to you by Tees Music Alliance in collaboration with Samantha Wright
Part of , funded by the National Lottery Community Fund

✨ This winter, they are bringing something magical to life — The Story We Made Together At Christmas.
It’s a cosy, festive story created with and for the community, and we’d love YOU to be part of it!

🎭 Join the FREE creative workshops
✔ Open to all ages and abilities
✔ Make props, learn songs, and build confidence
✔ Discover the joy of theatre in a fun, supportive space

Whether you’re curious about theatre, want to try something creative, or just fancy something festive — you’re welcome here!

📅 Five sessions | Free to join
📌 Sign up now: https://tinyurl.com/5d5wxbx8

Let’s make something magical together this Christmas! ❤️

11/11/2025

🎯 Have your say!
TSAB’s Annual Consultation Survey for 2025/26 is now live — and we want to hear from YOU.

Your feedback helps shape our priorities for the year ahead. It only takes a few minutes to complete!

📋 Take the survey:
👉 https://tinyurl.com/ajkfx9d2

🗣 Please share widely across your networks and include in any internal/external publications. Printed copies are available — details in the link above.

📌 Don’t forget to display our poster featuring a QR code in staff and public areas where appropriate.

🗓 Survey closes: Friday 23rd January 2026

Let’s work together to make safeguarding stronger across Tees!

10/11/2025

📬 November's E-Bulletin is Here!

Catch up on all the latest news events happening in and around Middlesbrough 🌟

In this edition:
✨ Introducing Together Connect: A Smarter Way to Support Our Communities
🙌 Healthwatch South Tees Spotlight Awards
🎉 Plus, discover exciting events happening near you

👉 Click here to read and sign up https://www.healthwatchmiddlesbrough.co.uk/news/2020-12-15/read-our-latest-e-bulletin

10/11/2025

🧠💪 National Self Care Week – 17–23 November

Theme: Mind and Body

This week is all about empowering people to practise self-care for a healthier, happier life.
✅ Focus on the benefits of physical activity and movement
✅ Promote the full self-care continuum
✅ Encourage organisations to use this week as a hook for positive change

Small steps make a big difference—move more, care for your mind and body, and take control of your health.

Join the conversation:

09/11/2025

🛡️ Stay Protected – Get Your MMR Vaccines! 🛡️

Measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) are highly contagious viruses that can cause serious health problems – including meningitis, blindness, hearing loss, and even infertility in boys.

✅ Two doses of the MMR vaccine offer long-term protection. Over 99% of people who receive both doses are protected against measles and rubella

📅 New update: From January 2026, children born on or after 1 July 2024 will receive their second dose at 18 months, instead of the previous schedule at 3 years 4 months.gov

💉 It’s never too late to catch up! Whether you're a child, teen, or adult – if you missed a dose or aren’t sure, just contact your GP practice. They can check your records or you can look in your Red Book or the NHS App.nhs

🌍 Planning to travel? Make sure you're protected – measles outbreaks are rising across Europe and the UK.gov

📲 Act now: Protect yourself, your family, and your community.

09/11/2025

🦠 Flu season is here – protect yourself and others! 🛡️

You can get a free flu vaccine on the NHS if you're eligible. Here's when and who it's for:

📅 From 1 September:

Pregnant people
Children aged 2–3 (on 31 Aug 2025)
Primary school children (Reception–Year 6)
Secondary school children (Year 7–Year 11)
Ages 6 months–18 years in clinical risk groups

📅 From 1 October:

Everyone aged 65+
Ages 18–64 in clinical risk groups
Long-stay care home residents & staff Carers
Close contacts of people at high clinical risk
Frontline health & social care workers

💉 How to book:

Online via the NHS flu booking service
Through your GP or local pharmacy
Call 119 if you need help or a translator

📲 Don’t wait – get protected early!

07/11/2025

🌍 World Diabetes Day – 14 November 2025

Theme: Diabetes and Well-being

This year’s focus is on the physical, mental, and societal aspects of living with diabetes. The multi-year campaign (2024–2026) aims to:
✅ Provide a platform for people with diabetes, healthcare professionals, and advocates
✅ Share experiences and stories
✅ Highlight challenges like stigma and discrimination
✅ Advocate for better access to care and support

Let’s work together to create a world where everyone affected by diabetes can thrive—physically, mentally, and socially. 💙

📅 Save the date: 14 November
Join the conversation using and .

06/11/2025

Friday 14th November 10.00 - 16.00

Thorntree Community Hub & Library Car Park, Birkhall Road, Middlesbrough, TS3 9JW

06/11/2025

Violence against impacts health and wellbeing too 💜

The 'One in Three' conference shared the stark reality about what is happening to women and girls in our area. What stuck with us was 'Not All Survivors Survive'.

We support the Single Action Plan and will continue to work with partners to make a change for people in Middlesbrough.

My Sisters Place ARCH Teesside Harbour Support Services Halo Project

06/11/2025

🌟 Nominate a Local Hero for the Spotlight Award! 🌟

Do you know someone in South Tees who’s made a real difference in health, social care, or the wider community? Whether they’re a frontline worker, a volunteer, or a behind-the-scenes hero, the Spotlight Award is your chance to shine a light on their incredible impact.

🏆 Who can be nominated?
Anyone! Individuals, teams, or organisations whose actions have inspired, supported, or improved the lives of others.

📅 When can you nominate?
Anytime! Nominations are open year-round.

Let’s celebrate the dedication and service of those who go above and beyond. Help us give them the recognition they truly deserve 💙

👉 Nominate now and say thank you in the most meaningful way https://tinyurl.com/vj5j9e88

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05/11/2025

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

04/11/2025

Join us for Living Well, Your Way—a fun and interactive workshop where we want to hear your views on what’s working, what could be better, and how we can help shape ideas for happier, more fulfilling lives.

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Thorntree Community Hub And Library, Birkhall Road, Thorntree
Middlesbrough
TS39JW

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+448001181691

Website

http://www.healthwatchmiddlesbrough.co.uk/

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