Category: Health

2219 Health posts found.

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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Residents asked to share their views on the GP Out of Hours Service for the county

27/08/2024

News from our partners, NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin (NHS STW) Residents across the county are being asked to share their views…

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Blog: How COVID-19 is still affecting unpaid and family carers

09/08/2024

One carer shares their experience of shielding and caring during the pandemic and beyond COVID-19 may be a distant memory for most…

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Views sought on autism support services in Shropshire

07/08/2024
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Shropshire Council is seeking the views from those who use autism services in the county and professionals. The Autism West Midlands survey…

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Residents and businesses invited to share their views on proposed measures to improve air quality in Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth

31/07/2024

Shropshire Council is seeking feedback on its Draft Air Quality Action Plans (AQAPs) for Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth, which outline the actions the…

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