Category: Health

2213 Health posts found.

Social workers strike gold at national awards

12/11/2024
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Two Shropshire Council social workers are celebrating after winning prestigious awards at the national Social Worker of the Year Awards. Congratulations to…

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News from our partners: County’s Health and Care Services Prepare for Winter with Relaunch of ‘Think Which Service’

06/11/2024

As winter approaches, healthcare services across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin are preparing for a season of increased demand. In addition to boosting…

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Shropshire Council’s statement on the Tobacco and Vapes Bill

06/11/2024

Shropshire Council welcomes the introduction of the new Tobacco and Vapes Bill, which represents a step forward in protecting the health and…

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New leisure centre scheme to support people living with type 2 diabetes

15/10/2024
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News from our partners Shropshire Community Leisure Trust Shropshire Community Leisure Trust (SCLT), which manages five leisure centres in the county has…

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Advice to farmers following case of Bluetongue Disease in Shropshire

10/10/2024
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Farmers in Shropshire are being asked to stay alert and be aware of the signs of Bluetongue and follow the necessary animal…

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World Mental Health Day: Council highlights resources available to support your mental health

10/10/2024
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To mark World Mental Health Day today (Thursday 10 October 2023), Shropshire Council’s public health team are encouraging people across Shropshire to…

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From Shirehall to Guildhall – Shropshire Council to move headquarters

26/09/2024
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Shropshire Council is to move its operations from its Shirehall headquarters into other premises, including the Guildhall in Shrewsbury town centre.  The…

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New stop smoking service launches ahead of Stoptober

24/09/2024
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Shropshire Healthy Lives Service launches Smokefree initiative Shropshire Council’s Healthy Lives Service have launched a new stop smoking service ahead of the…

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Suicide prevention awareness day – Changing the narrative on Suicide

06/09/2024
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Suicide Prevention Awareness Day 10 September 2024 Communities across Shropshire are being encouraged to take part in this year’s World Suicide prevention…

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Council to deliver life-saving heart health checks in workplaces

02/09/2024
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A new pilot programme will see employers offer comprehensive cardiovascular disease (CVD) health checks to their staff, helping to prevent heart disease,…

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