Better Health Gateshead

Practice mindfulness for 5 minutes today.

Wherever you are, whatever you are doing try this grounding exercise and name:

5 things you can see,
4 things you can hear
3 things you can touch
2 things you can smell
1 thing you can taste

If you need a little advice and support, visit the HUB of Hope to find local services offering support to young people and adults near you 👇

Have your say on health and wellbeing in our neighbourhoods 📣

Gateshead Public Health are hosting pop up exhibitions in 15 venues across Gateshead, that you can visit to share your views about health and wellbeing in our neighbourhoods.

Your views will help shape priorities for Gateshead and this year’s Department of Public Health annual report.

Can’t make it to one of the venues?

Don’t worry you can visit our online engagement website which is open until 31st October.

Please see links to venue locations and our online engagement form in the comments below 👇

Need to talk?
Text ‘CALMER’ to 85258 to connect with Shout
for a text conversation that’s free, confidential
and available 24/7.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Did you know that breast screening is the best way to detect breast cancers early, when they are more easily treatable and before any signs or symptoms appear. So even if you feel fit and healthy, it’s really important that you still attend when invited.

Having a mammogram is nothing to worry about. It’s quick and easy and only takes 10 minutes and the friendly staff are on hand if you do have any concerns. So if you’re a women aged between 50-71, look out for your invitation letter coming through the post (every 3 years) and please, don’t ignore it, it could save your life.

If you’ve missed your appointment or need to change it for whatever reason, don’t worry, just contact your local screening centre to book another appointment at a date and time to suit you. Tel: 0191 445 2554

Noticed any teeth popping through?

Parents and carers with children aged 0 - 3 should brush their children’s teeth as soon as they appear. Use children's fluoride toothpaste containing no less than 1,000ppm of fluoride

If your unsure how much your tooth paste contains check the label/ information on the tube.

Microwave taking to long? Oven running slow?

It could be the perfect time to do some exercise while you wait.

Here is another exercise you could try using your kitchen worktop for support

Standing Side leg Lift.
💚Find your support (e.g. Kitchen work top, bathroom sink)
🤎Maintain an upright position.
💚Slowly lift one leg out to the side, keeping your knee straight and toes pointing forward
🤎Avoid leaning the body to the opposite side as you lift.
💚Pause briefly at the top of the lift, then slowly lower your leg back to the start.

Safety Advice – Before talking part in any exercise, choose a space that is free from clutter and always listen to your own body, don't over do it. If you experience any pain or discomfort, or unusual symptoms it is important to stop and assess the situation. (seek medical advice if necessary)

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