Summer Support for Children and Families in Newcastle
The school holidays are here – and we know it can be a busy time for families.
Whether you’re looking for fun activities, help with meals, or ways to keep your child healthy and happy, there’s lots of support available in Gosforth, Jesmond and across Newcastle.
This week is Alcohol Awareness Week, run by Alcohol Change UK, and we thought it was a great time to chat about something that affects lots of us – alcohol.
From 1st July 2025, the NHS is changing the childhood immunisation schedule. These changes are designed to protect children earlier and make appointments easier for families.
Summer Health: Are you Holiday-ready? Going away this summer? Whether it’s a trip abroad or a holiday in the UK, it’s important to plan ahead. This guide will help you get ready. It includes advice about vaccines, medicines, travel risks, and what to do if you feel unwell. ✈️ Get the Right Travel Advice Look … Continued
Weight-loss drug Mounjaro will be available on the NHS in the first, limited phase to eligible patients. Please do not contact your GP practice at the moment.
Learning Disability Week 16–22 June 2025: Do You See Me? This week is Learning Disability Week. The theme is “Do You See Me?” It’s about helping people feel seen, heard, and valued. Why this week matters People with learning disabilities often feel left out. They can find it hard to get the care and support they need. … Continued
We’re talking Cervical Screening All this week, we’re talking cervical screening. Our post on Monday was about the importance of staying up to date with your screening – you can read it here if you missed it. But we’re not done talking about it – because cervical screening can help save lives, and too many … Continued
Is Your Cervical Screening Overdue? That’s the big question we’re asking this week. It’s Cervical Screening Awareness Week, and GP practices across Gosforth and Jesmond are spreading the word about this important, life-saving test.
Carers Week 9th – 15th June 2025: You Care for Them — We’re Here for You If you help someone who is older, disabled, or has a long-term condition, you are a carer. You might not see yourself that way, but your support makes a huge difference. Carers Week is a time to say thank … Continued
Men’s Health Week 9th-15th June: Take Charge of Your Health It’s Men’s Health Week – a great time to press pause and check in on your wellbeing. Whether you’ve been putting off that appointment or just haven’t felt quite yourself lately, this week is your reminder: your health matters. Why Men’s Health Matters Men in … Continued
