Abdul Razaq

Health is greatest asset. Time a precious commodity. Public's Health. DPH Blackburn with Darwen. Honorary Professor UCLAN. UKPHR 0230. Fellow @FPH, MIHPE

[Abdul Razaq @BWDDPH]

National Alcohol Conference at Aintree Hospital expert presentations, panel discussions on the risks, harms, management of alcohol intake + supporting dependency

Superb presentation by Margaret Jones, DPH Sefton North West Directors Public Health consensus alcohol statement

[Department of Health and Social Care @DHSCgovuk]

We’re protecting children from the risk of harm and addiction to vapes.

Plans include:

⚪️ plain packaging
🚫 restrictions on flavour descriptions
🎨 limits on vape colours
👀 keeping vapes out of sight

Have your say: https://t.co/3W54Or2WLe

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

With Yellow and Amber Heat-Health Alerts in place across England, keep an eye out for those who might struggle in the hot weather 👀🌞

Read our blog post on why some people suffer more in heatwaves. 👴👶
🔗 https://t.co/AyOw2wepd5

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

When it’s hot, hydration is key - but make sure you're listening to your body to avoid ending up feeling worse.

#heatwave #hotweather

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

Did you know the HPV vaccine isn’t just for girls? Boys are offered it too, to protect them from HPV-related cancers later in life. 👦👦🏾👦🏻👦🏿

A simple vaccine today helps protect their future.

🔗 Find how to get vaccinated https://t.co/C60kuk8Ats

[NHS @NHSuk]

Thunderstorms can trigger symptoms for those with lung conditions, like asthma.

If the weather makes your symptoms worse and you need to use your inhaler more, talk to your pharmacist, contact your GP or NHS 111.

[NHS @NHSuk]

As the weather heats up this weekend, make sure you stock up on sunscreen!

Even if it’s cloudy, UV rays can still cause sunburn. Follow this advice to avoid getting burnt, and reduce your risk of developing skin cancer.

Visit our website for more info on sun safety ⬇As the weather heats up this weekend, make sure you stock up on sunscreen!

Even if it’s cloudy, UV rays can still cause sunburn. Follow this advice to avoid getting burnt, and reduce your risk of developing skin cancer.

Visit our website for more info on sun safety ⬇As the weather heats up this weekend, make sure you stock up on sunscreen!

Even if it’s cloudy, UV rays can still cause sunburn. Follow this advice to avoid getting burnt, and reduce your risk of developing skin cancer.

Visit our website for more info on sun safety ⬇As the weather heats up this weekend, make sure you stock up on sunscreen!

Even if it’s cloudy, UV rays can still cause sunburn. Follow this advice to avoid getting burnt, and reduce your risk of developing skin cancer.

Visit our website for more info on sun safety ⬇As the weather heats up this weekend, make sure you stock up on sunscreen!

Even if it’s cloudy, UV rays can still cause sunburn. Follow this advice to avoid getting burnt, and reduce your risk of developing skin cancer.

Visit our website for more info on sun safety ⬇️

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

🟠⚠ Amber heat-health alerts have been issued to the health systems across central England until Wednesday 27 May, with yellow alerts covering the rest of the country.
You can check the latest alerts and guidance through the early warning system here:
🔗 https://t.co/p3FpQWc9Eu

[Department of Health and Social Care @DHSCgovuk]

🔞 Sunbeds can cause skin cancer - yet some businesses are still letting children and teenagers use them illegally.

We've launched a consultation on introducing tougher regulations for commercial sunbeds, as part of our National Cancer Plan.

💬 Have your say: https://t.co/DKj84X0UIo

[Abdul Razaq @BWDDPH]

Flu message and how to protect yourself and your families during the winter:

Go for your free flu jab
Consent to your children being vaccinated for flu
Good hand hygiene, regular hand washing
Catch It, Bin It, Kill It when coughing or sneezing

https://t.co/EwRZHeDrTw

[Professor Chris Whitty @CMO_England]

(1/7) Today I have published the 2025 CMO Annual Report, on infections.

It considers trends, successes, future challenges and opportunities in preventing and treating infectious diseases.

https://t.co/J0UVtbnsIx

[NHS England @NHSEngland]

An unprecedented flu wave with ‘no peak in sight’ comes as the NHS prepares for the added pressure of strike action.

https://t.co/VVo9ExIBpf

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

Our infographic shows the number of hospitalisations and positive tests compared to last week for each virus. If you want even more detail, read the full report below. 🔎(3/3)

https://t.co/cyzX7wWdEv

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

🔵 RSV has also increased and is circulating at medium levels.
🟣 COVID-19 has decreased and is stable at baseline levels. (2/3)

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

🆕 #UKHSAVirusWatch: The latest flu, COVID-19 and RSV data from our weekly winter surveillance report.

🟢 Flu is rising sharply and is circulating at medium levels. It is now having a greater impact on adults. (1/3)

[UK Health Security Agency @UKHSA]

Winter brings more than just festive cheer – respiratory illnesses like #flu and #COVID-19 also peak during colder months.

Our latest blog post covers everything you need to know about staying healthy this season.

Read here: https://t.co/5gQYZFE2vg

[NHS England @NHSEngland]

There were more than 200,000 A&E attendances last winter for conditions that could have been dealt with elsewhere across the NHS.

As winter pressures build, watch to learn about the many ways to get help for non-emergencies that work around your life.

[Department of Health and Social Care @DHSCgovuk]

Still setting your alarm for 7:55am to phone your GP?

Get in touch online instead, at a time that suits you.

Nearly every GP practice now offers this service alongside telephone and face-to-face appointments.

Modern, convenient healthcare that works for you 📱

[IMO Charity @imocharity]

🎮 Level up! We ran 2 gaming & gambling harm sessions with @YgamUK , training 44 professionals at Eanam Wharf and @Jamia_Blackburn .
We explored how gaming and gambling and why 1 in 4 young people spend money in games without realising the risks. #GamingHarm #GamblingAwareness

[NHS @NHSuk]

Flu cases are higher than usual for this time of year. Eyram, @Ldn_Ambulance paramedic, shares flu symptoms and what you can do to get better.

More information: https://t.co/7t5xN74c5h

[Department of Health and Social Care @DHSCgovuk]

✅ Take a simple step to feeling healthier with the NHS Healthy Choices quiz.

It gives you personalised tips to improve your overall wellbeing.

Try it out to reveal your score and get a plan that’s right for you: https://t.co/jcP9xeRmWf