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World Breastfeeding Week each year highlights that breastfeeding is more than a personal decision; it is a crucial publi...
04/08/2026

World Breastfeeding Week each year highlights that breastfeeding is more than a personal decision; it is a crucial public health issue, a matter of human rights, and essential for sustainable development. The theme for 2026, “Prioritize Breastfeeding: Create Sustainable Support Systems,” emphasizes the need for societies to transition from offering temporary support to implementing long-lasting, structural changes that benefit families. 🤱🌍

Hair Loss Awareness Month in 2026 will take place from Saturday, August 1 to Monday, August 31. This annual observance i...
03/08/2026

Hair Loss Awareness Month in 2026 will take place from Saturday, August 1 to Monday, August 31. This annual observance is held every August, featuring varying themes and campaigns each year. The 2026 initiative continues with the theme “Empowering Hair Health, Reducing Stigma Together,” focusing on education, self-care, and building confidence for individuals experiencing hair loss. 🌟

National Breastfeeding Week is dedicated to safeguarding, promoting, and supporting breastfeeding by highlighting its ad...
02/08/2026

National Breastfeeding Week is dedicated to safeguarding, promoting, and supporting breastfeeding by highlighting its advantages for both mothers and infants. Breastfeeding delivers vital nutrients, boosts the immune system, enhances the bond between mother and child, and lowers the risk of certain cancers for mothers. 🌟🤱

National Breastfeeding Week in 2026 will take place from August 1 to August 7. The theme for this year's National Breast...
01/08/2026

National Breastfeeding Week in 2026 will take place from August 1 to August 7. The theme for this year's National Breastfeeding Month is RISE: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-Determination, Empowerment, which emphasizes the strengths of the breastfeeding community and the importance of supportive policies and environments🌍🤱

Disability Pride is a vibrant celebration and advocacy movement that highlights the importance of respecting, including,...
30/07/2026

Disability Pride is a vibrant celebration and advocacy movement that highlights the importance of respecting, including, and empowering individuals with disabilities to fully engage in society while honouring their identity and culture. 🌈💪

Individuals utilizing health and care services should: ✔️ Have accessible ways to reach out to services, such as via em...
29/07/2026

Individuals utilizing health and care services should:
✔️ Have accessible ways to reach out to services, such as via email or text.
✔️ Receive information and correspondence in formats they can comprehend, like audio, braille, easy read, or large print.
✔️ Be accompanied by a communication specialist during appointments if necessary, such as a British Sign Language interpreter.
✔️ Get assistance from health and care personnel and organizations for effective communication, whether it’s for lip-reading or using a hearing aid.
✔️ Access a complaints process tailored to their communication needs, enabling them to voice concerns or complaints regarding their care.

In the Disability Pride flag, the colour-blocked design symbolizes the obstacles many individuals with disabilities enco...
28/07/2026

In the Disability Pride flag, the colour-blocked design symbolizes the obstacles many individuals with disabilities encounter and must navigate.

Here's what each colour signifies:

🔴 Red: Physical impairments and conditions
🟡 Gold: Neurodiversity
⚪ White: Non-visible and undiagnosed impairments and conditions
🔵 Blue: Emotional and psychiatric conditions, including mental health issues, anxiety, and depression
🟢 Green: Hearing impairments, vision impairments, audio processing challenges, and all other sensory impairments
⚫ Charcoal: Represents members of the community who have faced ableism, serving as a protest against it.

Individuals and organizations can get involved by promoting sun safety education, sharing tips on social media, and enco...
26/07/2026

Individuals and organizations can get involved by promoting sun safety education, sharing tips on social media, and encouraging protective behaviors during outdoor activities. This observance coincides with summer holidays and recreational pursuits, making it the perfect opportunity to reinforce healthy sun habits. ☀️🌞

Samaritans Awareness Day is observed annually to shine a light on the vital work of the Samaritans charity, which offers...
24/07/2026

Samaritans Awareness Day is observed annually to shine a light on the vital work of the Samaritans charity, which offers emotional support to individuals in distress, especially those at risk of su***de. This day underscores the significance of listening, combating mental health stigma, and enhancing access to support services. July 24th was selected to symbolize the 24/7 availability of the Samaritans helpline, which is accessible to anyone in need of assistance at any time. 💚📞

The NHS cervical screening program offers a free health test aimed at preventing cervical cancer by detecting high-risk ...
23/07/2026

The NHS cervical screening program offers a free health test aimed at preventing cervical cancer by detecting high-risk HPV and changes in cervical cells. It's essential to understand that cervical screening is not intended for individuals experiencing symptoms, and the choice to participate in screening is a personal one. 💙

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Gorsewood Road
Runcorn
WA76ES

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Monday 7:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 6pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6pm
Friday 7:30am - 6pm

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