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Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre, Lancs
Joined April 2011
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The first sign of a stroke might not seem like much, like not being able to raise your arm. Or struggling to smile. Or slurring when you speak. Any sign of a stroke is always an emergency. Face or arm or speech, at the first sign, it's time to call 999. #WorldStrokeDay
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Out and about during the school holidays? Why not take your 2-3 year old to get their flu vaccine at your local community pharmacy? The vaccine is a quick and painless nasal spray. πŸ‘‰nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-fl…
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Add flu protection to your half-term plans. Missed the school flu vaccine? Catch-up clinics are running over half term in community venues. Children aged 2 and 3 can also get vaccinated at their GP surgery or a participating pharmacy. ➑️ nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-fl…
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Flu can be serious if you have a long term condition. Make sure you're protected this winter and get vaccinated.πŸ’‰πŸ’™ Book online πŸ‘‰nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccinat…
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Over 10 million flu vaccinations have now been given across England this autumn. Flu can be serious. If you’re eligible for a free NHS flu vaccine, get protected ahead of winter. Find out if you’re eligible ➑️ nhs.uk/vaccinations/flu-vacc…
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As a frontline healthcare worker, getting your flu vaccination is one of the most important things you can do this winter. Protect yourself and your patients.πŸ’™ Get your flu vaccination as soon as you’re offered it. πŸ’‰
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Your pharmacist can provide treatment or some prescription medicine, if needed, for seven common conditions - without you seeing a GP. Think pharmacy first and get seen by your local community pharmacy team. πŸ‘‰nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmaci… #PharmacyFirst
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Flu can be serious. If you’re 65 or over, get your free NHS flu vaccine to help protect against serious illness and hospital treatment. It is important to get the flu vaccine every year. Book via your GP, pharmacy or the NHS App ➑️ nhs.uk/bookflu
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Let's quit smoking together. Get a FREE personal quit plan and other resources πŸ“²nhs.uk/better-health/quit-sm… #Stoptober
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Parents can now get their 2 and 3 year olds vaccinated at local pharmacies. It’s quick, safe and offers the best protection for your child.πŸ’™ Book now or find a local pharmacy offering walk-in appointments πŸ“²nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccinat…
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Trying to drink less alcohol can be tricky for some – but we’ve got a game plan. If you're trying to drink less alcohol, even just sticking to a few drink-free days a week is a great step in the right direction. Visit nhs.uk/better-health/drink-l… for more information.
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If you need urgent help for your mental health, you can call NHS 111 and select the mental health option. ➑️ nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-h…
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The flu vaccine protects children from becoming seriously unwell. It's given in both primary and secondary schools. When you receive the consent form for your child, please return it as soon as possible. πŸ“²nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-fl…
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When you stop smoking you’ll almost immediately begin to experience the health benefits. Join the thousands of people in #Stoptober making the best decision for their health. Quit smoking today – it's never too late. ➑️ nhs.uk/better-health/quit-sm…
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If you do one thing this #BreastCancerAwareness month, make it learning about what you should look out for when checking your breasts regularly. Get used to checking regularly and be aware of anything that’s new or different for you. ➑️ nhs.uk/conditions/breast-can…
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Eligible people can now come forward for their NHS flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this winter. Flu vaccination is available to more groups, while COVID-19 vaccination is offered to those at highest risk. ➑️ nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-he…
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#Stoptober is nearly here! October is the month when thousands of people decide to quit smoking and kick the habit for good! Here are 5 tips to get you ready to ditch the cigs. ➑️ nhs.uk/better-health/quit-sm…
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With children back at school, here's a reminder to check your child's scalp for head lice and nits.β€― Treat head lice as soon as you spot them. Find more information on the NHS website.β€― ➑️ nhs.uk/conditions/head-lice-…
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NHS Blackpool Teaching Hospitals πŸ’™πŸŒˆ retweeted
If you're pregnant, flu can be serious for you and your unborn baby.🀰 The flu vaccine is safe and effective and can be given during any stage of pregnancy. Speak to your maternity provider or GP today. ➑️nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-wel…
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NHS Blackpool Teaching Hospitals πŸ’™πŸŒˆ retweeted
Flu spreads more easily among young children and can make them seriously unwell. Make sure your child is protected with the flu vaccine this winter. For 2-3 year olds, it's a quick and painless nasal spray. Contact your GP practice and book today. ➑️nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-fl…
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