Air pollution is linked to 43,000 deaths per year in the UK. The World Health Organization and the UK Government recognise that air pollution is the largest environmental threat to our health. For more information visit Clean Air Day | Action for Clean Air
Nearly 1 in 3 don’t attend their cervical screening test, therefore it is very important to attend cervical cancer screening appointments and also to consult with a medical professional if you develop any symptoms between your screening invitations!
Please contact your surgery to book an appointment.
Cervical screening saves lives
If your child begins to feel overwhelmed or panicked, use this grounding technique to help them slow down their breathing. They can do this by spreading their fingers, and taking slow deep breaths in and deep breathes out as they trace the outline of their hand with their pointer finger. They should repeat this until they have traced all their fingers.
This year’s theme is “Do You See Me?”, which is all about being heard, seen and valued.
For more information, support and ways to get involved, please visit: https://www.mencap.org.uk/learningdisabilityweek