Measles is highly infectious and can be passed on before a rash appears. Make sure your child is protected from becoming seriously unwell from measles by making sure they are up to date with their #MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccinations. nhs.uk/MMR

If you’re aged 56-74 & registered with a GP practice in Calderdale you’ll be sent a kit in the post every two years. This can be completed in the privacy of your own bathroom using the instructions on the box. For more information visit nhs.uk/conditions/bow…

Measles is not just a childhood disease, adults can become seriously unwell too. If you or your child may have missed out on the #MMR vaccine, contact your GP practice as soon as possible to check your records and to book an appointment to catch up. nhs.uk/MMR

A change in the law will see Medical Examiners providing independent scrutiny of all deaths that are not referred to the Coroner from Monday 9 September 2024. See our thread 👇 🧵

NightOWLS, the West Yorkshire overnight listening service for children and young people, is an online and text based service that provides support to young people experiencing a mental health crisis, their families and carers, 8pm-8am every day. lslcs.org.uk/services/night…

Did you know 600,000 people in West Yorkshire are currently living with high blood pressure. If you are from a south Asian background you have a greater risk of high blood pressure. Visit your community pharmacy for a free check togetherwe-can.com/find-a-pharmac…

There are many ways to boost your child’s brain development. Like helping them to ask questions, so they can grow their understanding of the world. Visit Start for Life for more tips and advice.www.nhs.uk #LittleMomentsTogether

Starting a new school, college or job can be stressful for a young person. It’s normal to feel anxious. With support from parents and carers young people can manage stress and anxiety effectively. #LetsConnect Find out more: bit.ly/3WagLMz

NightOWLS, the West Yorkshire overnight listening service for children and young people, is an online and text based service that provides support to young people experiencing a mental health crisis, their families and carers, 8pm-8am every day. lslcs.org.uk/services/night…

The West Yorkshire Healthier Together website has lots of useful information and advice for families. The traffic light guide helps you to identify when, where, and how you should seek help for your baby. wyhealthiertogether.nhs.uk #WYHealthierTogether

If you’re aged 56-74 & registered with a GP practice in Calderdale you’ll be sent a kit in the post every two years. This can be completed in the privacy of your own bathroom using the instructions on the box. For more information visit nhs.uk/conditions/bow…

UTI? If needed, your pharmacist can now provide some prescription medicine without seeing a GP. Think pharmacy first. nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyf…

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) can cause lung infections like bronchiolitis, making it difficult for newborn babies to breathe and causing 20,000 infants to need hospital treatment each year. Talk to your GP or maternity service to schedule yours from 28 weeks of pregnancy.

Struggling with feelings of depression, excessive worry, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress or obsessions and compulsions? NHS Talking Therapies can help. The service is effective, confidential and free. Your GP can refer you or refer yourself at nhs.uk/talk?utm_sourc…

250 lives were tragically lost to suicide across West Yorkshire in 2022. Remember those lost and stand with survivors this #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. Support Healthy Minds’s ‘Light Up for Hope’ at Dean Clough tomorrow evening. Register 👉 lightupforhope2024.eventbrite.co.uk

NightOWLS, the West Yorkshire overnight listening service for children and young people, is an online and text based service that provides support to young people experiencing a mental health crisis, their families and carers, 8pm-8am every day. lslcs.org.uk/services/night…

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Let’s break the stigma of talking about mental health for everyone. Visit checkinwithpride.co.uk to find out more and how you can support your LGBTQ+ friends, family, neighbours, work mates and chosen family.

For World Suicide Prevention Day today, we've updated our suicide prevention and postvention web page with more strategies and guidance on supporting staff, including guidance from SOM on responding to a colleague's death by suicide bit.ly/3jMS6cc

Millions of people are using the NHS App to manage their health the easy way, from ordering a prescription to checking their records. Find out more about the NHS App ➡️ nhs.uk/app

Know the signs of mouth cancer. NHS England have partnered with @Asda to put cancer awareness messaging on oral hygiene products. The new packaging encourages people to contact their GP or dental practice if they spot potential symptoms of mouth cancer. nhs.uk/conditions/mou…