Tag Archives: Public Health England

Lyme disease: know the facts, know the risks

Lyme disease: know the facts, know the risks

Most people have heard of Lyme disease, but many are unaware of the serious health risk it poses. Public Health England estimates that there are 3,000 new cases of Lyme disease per year, but it is hig ...
Could you spot the signs of stroke?

Could you spot the signs of stroke?

You may already be familiar with the Act F.A.S.T campaign, which is designed to help people know and remember the signs of stroke and call 999 as quickly as possible if they notice even one of the sig ...
Loneliness, the blight on our nation

Loneliness, the blight on our nation

Over the last year The Jo Cox Commission on Loneliness has been compiling its report on how best we can challenge loneliness in our community and society. The commission was set up to carry on the wor ...
Have you had your Jab?

Have you had your Jab?

Public Health England urges those at highest risk of flu to get vaccinated  People who are the most vulnerable to flu are being urged to get their free vaccination ahead of the winter period when the ...