Category Archives: Public Health

New Public Health campaign highlights the toxic effects to the heart, brain and lungs

smokingetiquetteTHE toxic chemicals in cigarette smoke are causing serious damage to your body – that is the message to smokers in East Sussex.

The national Smokefree Health Harms campaign, supported by East Sussex County Council’s Public Health team, highlights the increased risk of a heart attack, strokes and dementia among smokers. Continue reading

Prepare for winter weather and stay warm, safe and well

CabBillBentley (Small)WITH temperatures falling, East Sussex County Council is urging residents to prepare for colder weather and stay warm, safe and well this winter.

If severe winter weather strikes, the county council’s priority will be to maintain social care services and to ensure people remain safe and protected. For example, if the roads are icy the Meals on Wheels service will continue to deliver to the elderly and vulnerable with the help of 4×4 vehicles. Continue reading