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Looking after your mind and body this self-care week - top tips from local NHS professionals
Self-Care Week takes place this year from 18-24 November. It is the annual UK-wide awareness week that focuses on establishing support for self-care across communities, families and generations. The theme for this year is mind and body.
World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week - why we should only take antibiotics when we really need them
GP practices, dental practices, pharmacies, urgent treatment centres, hospitals, primary schools and early years providers across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight are highlighting the importance of reducing the use of antibiotics where appropriate to ensure they work when we really need them.
GP appointments freed up as more than 100,000 patients are seen by community pharmacists
More than 100,000 people across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight have used services offered by community pharmacists since December 2023 which has freed up many GP appointments.
First community 'Keeping You Well' events for people with learning disabilities and autism begin
Last week we hosted the first of our community events for people with learning disabilities or autism, and their carers and families. One event was held in Landport Community Centre in Portsmouth, while the other took place in the Riverside Centre on the Isle of Wight.
NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight signs Armed Forces Covenant
NHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging to support all those who serve or have served in the armed forces, and their families, and ensuring they are treated fairly.
Southampton GP Practice signs 20-year lease
The NHS has helped a GP practice in Southampton renew its lease after partners feared it may have to close due to delays in approving the rental amount meeting value for money criteria.
Two-thirds of 2–3-year-olds yet to be vaccinated against the flu this autumn
Ahead of October half-term the NHS is reminding parents of 2–3-year-olds to get their little ones booked in for a flu vaccination nasal spray and what to do if their child becomes poorly.
More than 100,000 people have been vaccinated against COVID-19 in the first week of the campaign
More than 100,000 people across Hampshire and Isle of Wight have taken up the offer of a free COVID-19 vaccination in the first week of the autumn campaign.
NHS dental services set to continue in Freshwater on the Isle of Wight
A new provider will be taking on the existing NHS dental services in Freshwater on the Isle of Wight following the planned October 31 closure of MyDentist.
Students in Hampshire take the opportunity to learn about health professions
More than 50 students from five colleges across Hampshire attended a one-of-a-kind event at Taunton’s College in Southampton to meet local allied health professionals (AHPs) and learn more about what careers are available.