Self-Care Forum 💙

Charity. Organiser of National Self-Care Week, producer of free self-care fact sheets, runs the self-care awards. Get in touch.

[Self-Care Forum 💙 @SelfCareForum]

#Acne is common, and gentle habits help: cleanse twice daily, avoid picking, choose non‑comedogenic products, and keep things that touch your face clean.
If it’s painful or affecting your confidence, speak to your #pharmacist or GP. More here https://t.co/8pzfbxUEtg

[Hope In Action @Hope_In_Action_]

As we head towards the weekend of #LonelinessAwarenessWeek many of us will have a bit more time on our hands. Try and make a connection with someone, no matter how small

[Self-Care Forum 💙 @SelfCareForum]

Loneliness can affect any of us, and is more common than people realise. Small moments of connection, can make a difference. As we mark #LonelinessAwarenessWeek, it’s a reminder to look out for ourselves and each other-because feeling connected is a crucical part of #selfcare.

[Self-Care Forum 💙 @SelfCareForum]

It's #menshealthweek and our trustee Dr John Chisholm, chair of @MensHealthForum has written our June blog highlighting the importance of supporting men and boys to better look after their health. More here https://t.co/HLvKP84JQa @adewilliamsnhs @HelenDon_RN @clivenicholson1

[Self-Care Forum 💙 @SelfCareForum]

It's #FridayFactSheet time. Weekend sport, DIY or gardening on the cards? Sprains and strains are some of the most common injuries. Most can be managed at home- our fact sheet shows what to do and when to get help. See our website for more information. @adewilliamsnhs

[Self-Care Forum 💙 @SelfCareForum]

It’s #MensHealthWeek. Men are more likely to die early from preventable conditions, the gap is widest in our most deprived communities, where alcohol and drug‑related deaths are 5× higher. England now has a Men’s Health Strategy. The rest of the UK doesn’t. @MensHealthAMHF

[Momma Switch BSc (Hons) @care2twit]

@HWEssex @SelfCareForum I know there is also a Learning Disability (LD) Week, but in the West Midlands it seems to only be advertised amongst professionals. Important for those with LD, but often carers are forgotten! Please advertise if you can! 🤗

[Healthwatch Essex @HWEssex]

Ahead of Men’s Health Week this June, we’re looking back at our Basildon Fellas Fair, a day focused on conversations, support and wellbeing for men across the community.

Thank you to everyone who attended, shared their experiences, and helped make the event such a success.

[Healthwatch Dorset @HwatchDorset]

Looking after someone? Find out about the help and support availbale in Dorset at https://t.co/Gaxk0VcGy3

[Healthwatch Dorset @HwatchDorset]

Are you looking after someone close to you?
You might not call yourself a carer, but if you support a friend or family member with illness, disability, mental health needs, frailty or substance use, that’s exactly what you are.
#OurDorset have put together a list of FREE events happening across Dorset in and around Carers Week, and you are warmly invited. Some events are in person and some are online, so you can choose what feels right.

https://t.co/uZR34inFGh

[LymphomaAction @LymphomaAction]

Today, @NICEComms has announced that it will reconsider its decision to recommend the removal of #tecartus for the treatment of relapsed or refractory mantle cell #Lymphoma.

Lymphoma Action, together with @AnthonyNolan and @bloodcancer_uk, submitted a formal appeal against...

[Self-Care Forum 💙 @SelfCareForum]

It’s #MensHealthWeek. 1 in 5 men dies before 65. Men are more likely to smoke, drink too much and eat unhealthy foods. @MensHealthForum data clearly highlights why we must do more to better support men. @Mensmovementcom @MensHealthIRL @MensShedsCymru @MensHealthAMHF

[National Pharmacy Association @NPA1921]

"Tell me when was the last time your GP and your pharmacist sat in the same room, solving the same problem?"

NPA Chair, Sukhi Basra, shares how 1,000 GPs and pharmacists will come together this month and redefine neighbourhood health.

An event like no other, don't miss out - https://t.co/lnmaAxCoc8

[Parkinson's UK @ParkinsonsUK]

Slowness of movement is a common symptom of Parkinson’s and can include a lack of co-ordination and smaller movements.

If you are experiencing this, it is important to seek medical support. If you’d like to talk to someone, our helpline is always here on 0808 800 0303 💙

[austen el-osta @austenelosta]

Our pilot study across 2 secondary schools found that a co-designed dance intervention was feasible & increased young people's enthusiasm for dance while strengthening social #connection & adolescent #wellbeing. A promising foundation for future research 👇https://t.co/Jc4Go3AEhM

[austen el-osta @austenelosta]

Running throughout this weekend @ExRdFestival, the iconic yellow #Zen Bus will offer a rolling programme of calming, immersive sessions you can drop into all day. @ImperialSCARU will be parachuting in for conversations about #loneliness & #selfcare.
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https://t.co/9QOS95iE0Z

[Michael Holden FRCPharm FRSPH @Michaelwsh]

‘World no nicotine day’ ??

[Self-Care Forum 💙 @SelfCareForum]

31 May is #WorldNoTobaccoDay and @WHO highlights the ongoing targeting of children and young people exposing the tricks used by the nicotine and tobacco industry to hook them. Policy and awareness is needed to stop this. @nurses4ph @NHS_NURSE @wdhscp @ghwhealth

[Self-Care Forum 💙 @SelfCareForum]

Our #FridayFactSheet is #menopause. It’s a major life transition, and good #selfcare can make a real difference. Small habits, better sleep, and trusted info help people feel more in control. Let’s keep normalising the conversation. Visit our website for more info. @menomatters

[Parkinson's UK @ParkinsonsUK]

"We reached our first target so now we're aiming higher and hope, with your help, to raise a whole lot more."

As it's National Walking Month, we wanted to introduce you to Penny, who will be walking Offa's Dyke with her best friend as part of Walk For Parkinson's.