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22/08/2026

Each day around 40 under-5s across the UK are rushed to hospital after choking on something, or swallowing something dangerous.
The best way to avoid choking is by following our steps on reducing your risk.

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22/08/2026

What is amitriptyline?

Amitriptyline can be prescribed to people who have arthritis and other related conditions such as fibromyalgia and back pain. It can also be given if you have damage to the nerve endings in your limbs, known as peripheral neuropathy.

Find out more: https://www.arthritis-uk.org/information-and-support/understanding-arthritis/arthritis-treatments/drugs/amitriptyline/

22/08/2026

🆕 A free MenB vaccine programme will be available at a number of community pharmacies, later this July. Just 2 doses of the MenB vaccine helps protect against serious illnesses like meningitis.
Who can have it:
🏫 All current Year 13s
🧑‍🎓 Anyone either starting university as an undergrad or moving into further education halls for the first time in autumn 2026, aged under 25

19/08/2026

If you've left school this summer, you've probably got plenty to organise for what's next. 🎓🔧
But don't let that stop you from getting your second dose of the MenB vaccine. ✅

⚠️ Two doses are needed for the best protection.

Who is eligible?

📅 Aged 17 to 18 and born between 1 September 2007 and 31 August 2008

🏫 Under 25 and starting university or moving into eligible residential further education for the first time in autumn 2026

10/08/2026

⚠️ An Amber Heat-Health Alert has been issued across a majority of England, while the North East is under a Yellow Alert. These alerts are in place from 9am on Tuesday 11 August until 9am on Friday 14 August.

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24/07/2026

If you're walking through grassy or wooded areas this summer, be tick aware and make sure you know how to avoid ticks and remove them if they bite. 👇