🤒 Little one under the weather this evening? Just call your GP practice as usual. Your call goes straight through to GP Care Wakefield; the local evening and weekend service for advice, appointments and reassurance.

🤒 Feel unwell & need help this weekend? 👩‍⚕️ If you think you might need to speak to a doctor, they’re still here. 📲 Just call your practice as usual and you’ll be diverted through to GP Care Wakefield.

It’s Know Your Numbers Week! If you an eating disorder you have a greater risk of high blood pressure. You can check your BP at home or visit your visit your community pharmacy ➡️ togetherwe-can.com/find-a-pharmac…

If you or your child feels unwell during the weekend or evening it can be confusing knowing where to turn. Use 111 or visit #TogetherWeCan. Find seasonal advice, pharmacy finder and information on local health and care services at togetherwe-can.com

September sees the largest number of children being seen for #Asthma related illnesses. Make sure your child keeps using their preventative inhalers (puffers) as instructed by their doctor or asthma nurse. asthmaandlung.org.uk/conditions/ast…

Today is the final day of #KnowYourNumbersWeek! We encourage everyone everyday to check your blood pressure, know your numbers and reduce your risk of a stroke or heart attack. Visit your community pharmacy for a free check. 👉 togetherwe-can.com/find-a-pharmac…

#RSV is a common virus, but for some, it can have much more serious consequences. The new RSV vaccination programme launching this September will help to prevent thousands of cases of RSV, GP visits and hospital admissions. Find out more: ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2024/07/17/wha…

Mental health support is available whenever you need it via a free 24/7 helpline. If you are registered with a GP in Wakefield, there is a listening ear, emotional support and guidance to other services for both individuals and their carers. 📞 0800 183 0558 (freephone)

Want to manage your healthcare from the palm of your hand? Download the NHS app today! Through the app you can: ✅ Order your repeat prescriptions ✅ View your GP health record ✅ Manage your appointments 📲 Available to download on the App Store and Google Play.

If your child has #Asthma, make sure your child always carries their reliever inhaler (puffer). If you can, also leave a spare reliever and spacer inhaler in the school, with their name clearly labelled. togetherwe-can.com/seasonal-advic…

Expecting a baby? 🤰 Mums-to-be are being asked to join a research study to help us learn more about the health of local families. If you're receiving care at Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust, your midwife will tell you more at one of your appointments. midyorks.nhs.uk/BaBi #BornAndBredIn

September sees the largest number of children being seen for #Asthma related illnesses. Make sure your child keeps using their preventative inhalers (puffers) as instructed by their doctor or asthma nurse. asthmaandlung.org.uk/conditions/ast…

Suicide is everybody's business and we can all make a difference by talking about it. It can be daunting, but our Talking About Suicide Guide is now available to download. Here you can find advice, support and training across #WestYorkshire and #England touchstonesupport.org.uk/wp-content/upl…

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.

High blood pressure, irregular pulse or diabetes can increase your risk of having a stroke or a heart attack. Lower your risk by getting your blood pressure and pulse checked regularly and know your diabetes risk. Visit 👉 findouthowyoureallyare.co.uk #StayHealthy

Anyone can feel low, alone and even suicidal. A change in usual behaviour and life circumstances can be a first sign that they may need some support. Help a friend who might be struggling alone. Ask them to take a look at checkinwithyourmate.co.uk #CheckinWYM

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.

If you think you have a mate who might be struggling, you don’t need to have all the answers. Three simple steps for opening up the conversation can make a big difference. Help a friend who might be struggling alone. Ask them to take a look at checkinwithyourmate.co.uk

🤒 Feel unwell & need help this weekend? 👩‍⚕️ If you think you might need to speak to a doctor, they’re still here. 📲 Just call your practice as usual and you’ll be diverted through to GP Care Wakefield.

NightOWLs is for every child or young person, including neuro-diverse people, who are experiencing a mental health crisis at night. Open 8pm - 8am every day. Call free, text or online chat.