PEOPLE in East Sussex are being urged not to miss out on a free NHS Health Check which could help them live longer and healthier lives.
The check, which can lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, kidney disease and dementia, is offered to people aged 40 to 74 who don’t already have one of those conditions. Continue reading
PUBLIC health bosses in East Sussex are urging women over 70 to check their breasts for early signs of cancer.
The call comes as a new national Be Clear on Cancer campaign launches aimed at highlighting the symptoms and the importance of early diagnosis. Continue reading
PEOPLE aged 65 and over and those in at-risk groups are being advised it’s not yet too late to have the flu vaccine.
The vaccine is available free on the NHS for people aged 65 and over, pregnant women, people with long-term medical conditions, care home residents, main carers for the elderly or disabled, children aged two to eight and health and care workers. Continue reading
FAMILIES across East Sussex are being encouraged to get their New Year off to a healthy start by reducing the amount of sugar they consume.
East Sussex Public Health is supporting the latest Change4Life campaign which aims to help families choose healthier snacks. Half the sugar children consume comes from snacks and sugary drinks. Continue reading
