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Community health and wellbeing champions for Croydon

WebRachel Flowers, Croydon’s director for public health, said: “Croydon’s community health champions will support those who remain most at risk from Covid-19, …

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Croydon’s future health in focus – Newsroom

WebA comprehensive report that maps the changes and challenges faced by Croydon’s population over the next decade and beyond will significantly aid town …

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New Croydon plan will transform the health and care of …

WebThe Croydon Health and Care Plan outlines a fresh vision for how health and social care will be delivered across the borough, particularly for those with the …

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Children and young people in Croydon tell us about their …

WebThe survey found 27% of Croydon’s primary school-aged children meet the recommendation for at least one hour of physical activity every day. This falls to 18% in …

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Smokers can break out of their lockdown habit with local …

WebResidents who smoke can improve their health and wellbeing and increase their life expectancy by taking part in Stoptober, the national quit campaign throughout …

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New report reveals the ‘magnificence and inequalities of …

WebA report from Croydon’s director of public health celebrates how Croydon united to support each other throughout Covid-19, while highlighting how the pandemic …

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Talk, connect and have fun at Croydon’s Men’s Shed

WebThe Shed is an opportunity for men aged over 18 to join weekly activities and eat together every Friday from 11.00am to 3.00pm. A video about the project can be …

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Feel fitter for the New Year with Croydon’s specialist …

WebCroydon residents from Black African and Black Caribbean communities can take advantage of a free weight loss programme and be healthier for the New Year. …

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Have your say to improve health and wellbeing in Croydon

WebResidents and people working in Croydon can help shape the key priorities to tackle health inequalities and improve the health and wellbeing of people in the borough. People can …

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Get a free blood pressure check in Croydon and know …

WebKnow Your Numbers! Week is the perfect opportunity to have your blood pressure taken for free and put you in control of your health.”. Blood pressure stations in …

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Improving access to health and education services for Croydon …

WebA new ‘one-stop-shop’ family hub designed to make it easier for Croydon families to get easy access to health and education information, advice and support, was …

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Talk to us about childhood obesity – Newsroom

WebObese children are at increased risk of high cholesterol, high blood pressure, pre-diabetes, bone and joint problems, and breathing difficulties. Being overweight or …

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Funding boost to roll-out Covid vaccination community champions

WebLocal community groups need to apply for a share of the funding to take part in the initiative by 5pm, Friday 25 March. They could receive a maximum of £15,000 …

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Croydon’s innovative community health hub celebrates its

WebSince its launch in 2020, more than 600 Croydon residents have been supported by the ICN+ teams so far, with almost 300 alone seeking help with housing, …

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Fight the flu with free jabs and sprays – Newsroom

WebThe mild weather doesn’t mean the flu isn’t still around, so Croydon’s health services are warning the most vulnerable people to get protected. In particular, local GPs …

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New director of public health announced – Newsroom

WebWith a career encompassing posts in the NHS, local government, the private sector and charity, Croydon’s new director of public health brings a wealth of experience …

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Boroughwide backing to lower borough’s obesity rates

WebA joint two-year commitment to strengthen efforts to reduce obesity rates in the borough was made this week by Croydon Council, health and community bodies, …

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Croydon renews push on preventing HIV – Newsroom

WebCroydon Council is backing the London-wide campaign to raise awareness of the four proven ways for residents to look after their health to prevent HIV infection. The Do It …

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Get food-smart with advice from the Change4Life roadshow

WebA national campaign that aims to help parents take control of their children’s diets by ditching sugary snacks and foods high in salt and fat is bringing its advice roadshow to …

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Annette McPartland appointed as Croydon’s corporate

WebCroydon Council has appointed Annette McPartland as its permanent corporate director of adult social care & health (DASS) following a successful …

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