Livewell in Essex♥️💙

13 #Essex authorities & #NHS partners working together to inspire #Essex to make healthier lifestyle choices. #wellbeing #health #mentalhealth #staywellessex

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

This week marks World Wellbeing Week! 💚💚

There are many ways to take care of your physical and mental wellbeing such as staying active and making sure you eat well.

For more information and tips on how to stay well- check out: https://t.co/x2U3cv5SyY

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

Did @RideLondon Essex inspire you to hop on a bike? Reflect on your own active journey and set yourself some new challenges like those cyclists that conquered the 100 mile challenge! 🚴‍♀️🚴

#FindYourActive with @ActiveEssex: https://t.co/SPlX7nKErK

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

Healthy and respectful relationships and concerns about internet safety were topics raised by this year’s Relationships and Sex Education survey for young people.

3,676 young people responded to the survey.
See the results here: https://t.co/AvXRsekGxu

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

The weather continues to be very warm over the next few days and plenty of sunshine has been forecast. ☀️☀️☀️

Please ensure you stay safe when enjoying the sun this weekend.

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

This week marks #LonelinessAwarenessWeek.

Everyone can feel lonely sometimes, for many different reasons. It is a natural emotion that will affect everyone at one point in their life.

For helpful advice, visit: https://t.co/tsSKjPyp3O

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

Temperatures are rising and a yellow Heat Health Alert has been issued from the Met Office from 9am tomorrow morning (Friday) until 9am on Monday morning. 🌞🌞🔥

Take care when out and about this weekend.

Make sure you look out for vulnerable neighbours, family and friends.

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

Now that the evenings are longer and it is generally warmer, it is the perfect time to spend more time outdoors.

Getting active can make a huge difference to your health and even just a little extra movement can be very beneficial.

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

If you love talking sport then come and join the friendly sporting memories group every Friday from 10.30am to 12.30 pm at Witham Leisure centre.

You can share some sporting memories with other older sports fans and get involved in some fun activities on the day.

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

Are you enjoying the start of summer, and are looking forward to more sun and time spent outdoors?

This time of year can be perfect to start a new activities and try something new.

Find an activity that suits you and set yourself some achievable goals to measure your progress.

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

It’s National Smile Month 😃🦷️

Start brushing your baby's teeth as the first milk tooth breaks through.

Usually this is at around 6 months, but it can be earlier or later.

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

💚This week it is Mental Health Awareness Week. 💚

This year's theme is anxiety and understanding more about how it affects people.

Check out https://t.co/pj65xwhbMZ
to find help and support.

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

Don't forget that Witham Leisure Centre are holding a Community Day from 10am until 4pm.

The leisure centre will offer a wide range of activities:

-free swimming sessions
-taster yoga classes
-taster self-defence classes
-a visit from a fire engine
and much, much more.

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

The month of May is National Walking Month. 🚶‍♀️🚶

🚶 Walking has so many benefits:
🚶 It is great exercise.
🚶 Walking is a good way to get fresh air.
🚶 It is free..
🚶 Walking can also be fantastic way to explore your local area.

https://t.co/x5PP66Avec

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

If you are feeling unwell over the weekend, think 111 first.

NHS 111 is available on the phone and online 24/7 at https://t.co/dckQfGGY8j and will help you right away.

Remember A&E is for life threatening emergencies ONLY.

For more info visit https://t.co/u9pbvaprdv.

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

Feeling unwell over the bank holiday?

Visit your local pharmacist.

As qualified healthcare professionals, they can offer clinical advice and over-the-counter medicines for a range of minor illnesses.

Visit https://t.co/u9pbvaprdv for local pharmacy opening times.

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

Do you need health advice over the bank holiday period? 🚨

Think 111 first.

NHS 111 is available on the phone and online 24/7 at https://t.co/dckQfGGY8j.

Please remember A&E is for life threatening emergencies ONLY.

For more info visit https://t.co/u9pbvaprdv

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

Enjoy the May sunshine and find more time to get outside!

Whether that’s outdoor yoga, daily walks or gardening, any movement outside can have great benefits for your mind and body! #FindYourActive with @ActiveEssex

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

Do you need Mental Health support?

If you are aged 18 or over you can dial 111 and select the option for mental health.

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

🎉 Join the Braintree Skatepark event on 20 May 2023 from 12 to 5pm at Braintree Skate park! 🎉

All 13 to 19 year olds are welcome and there is no need to book.

Check out the demonstrations from professional skateboarders, skaters and BMX riders. 🛹

[Livewell in Essex♥️💙 @livewellLocal]

The 2023 Covid Spring booster programme is under way. The following groups are invited to get their spring booster to protect themselves: 💉

-adults aged 75 years and over
-residents in a care home for older adults
-individuals aged 5 years and over who are immunosuppressed