Saddlers Health Centre

05/08/2026

August is National Immunisation Awareness Month, a great opportunity to learn more about the vaccines that help protect children from serious illnesses 💉💙

Vaccinations are one of the most effective ways to protect against infectious diseases and help keep our communities healthy 👍

The MMRV vaccine protects children against four illnesses:
• Measles
• Mumps
• Rubella
• Varicella (chickenpox) 👶

These illnesses can sometimes lead to serious complications, including pneumonia, meningitis and other health problems ⚠️

The MMRV vaccine is offered as part of the NHS routine childhood vaccination programme and helps provide important protection during early childhood 💙

Making sure your child receives their vaccinations on time helps protect them and those around them 🛡️

If you're unsure whether your child is up to date with their vaccinations, speak to your GP practice for advice 👍

Find out more:
https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/mmrv-vaccine/

04/08/2026

Living with Crohn’s or Colitis can affect much more than just your gut 💜

These lifelong conditions can impact work, education, relationships, and mental wellbeing – even when symptoms aren’t visible 💬

Around 1 in 120 people in the UK are living with Crohn’s or Colitis, yet many people still don’t fully understand the reality of these conditions 🤝

By raising awareness, we can help reduce stigma and support those living with invisible illnesses

Find trusted information and support here:
https://www.crohnsandcolitis.org.uk

03/08/2026

Think you might have a urinary tract infection (UTI)? Your local pharmacy may be able to help 💊💙

UTIs are common infections that can affect the bladder, urethra or kidneys. Symptoms can include:
• pain or a burning sensation when p*eing
• needing to p*e more often or urgently
• cloudy or strong-smelling urine
• pain in your lower tummy ⚠️

Through the NHS Pharmacy First service, eligible women aged 16 to 64 with uncomplicated UTI symptoms may be able to receive advice and treatment directly from a pharmacist without needing a GP appointment 👍

Getting treatment quickly can help relieve symptoms and prevent the infection from becoming more serious 💙

If symptoms are severe, you have a high temperature, back pain, are pregnant, or symptoms do not improve, you should seek further medical advice 🩺

Your pharmacist is highly trained and can advise on the most appropriate treatment for you 🤝

Find out more:
https://www.england.nhs.uk/primary-care/pharmacy/pharmacy-services/pharmacy-first/
https://patient.info/kidney-urinary-tract/urinary-tract-infections

31/07/2026

Do you know your heart age? ❤️

Your heart age may be older than your actual age depending on factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol, smoking, weight and lifestyle ⚠️

The NHS Heart Age Tool is a quick way to learn more about your heart health and understand your future risk of conditions like heart disease and stroke 💙

Small healthy changes can make a big difference over time 🚶‍♀️🥗💧

Take a few minutes to check your heart age today 👍

Search: NHS Heart Age Calculator 🔍

31/07/2026

🥋 FREE Judo Taster Session!

Looking for something active and fun this summer? We've teamed up with Beacon Judo Club to offer a FREE judo taster session at Bloxwich Active Living Centre on Wednesday 19 August 2026.

✅ Learn from Olympians Nekoda Davis & Chelsea Giles
✅ Build confidence and coordination
✅ Suitable for children, young people and adults

🕐 1pm to 2pm (Ages 5 to 12)
🕑 2pm to 3pm (Ages 12+)

📍 Book your place: https://www.ticketsource.com/healthyspaces/

31/07/2026

Are you getting ready to say "Bye Bye Nappies" or wondering how to manage screen time for your little one?

Join our FREE workshops designed to support families with children aged 2–5 years.

🚽 Bye Bye Nappies
Learn practical tips, simple routines and confidence-building strategies to support your toilet training journey.

💛 Additional Needs Session
A relaxed and supportive session tailored to your child's individual needs.

📱 Little Minds, Big Screens
Friendly, judgement-free advice on screen time, helping you build healthy habits and keep children safe online.

🌈 Helping your child get the best start in life.
⭐ FREE to attend
⭐ Part of the Summer Ready to Learn Passport
⭐ Collect a passport stamp during your visit
⭐ For children aged 2–5 years and their families
📅 Sessions available throughout August
📍 North Family Hub, South & Central Family Hub and Bloxwich Active Living Centre

🔗 Book your place:
https://walsall.brightbookings.co.uk/

Don't forget to collect your FREE Ready to Learn Bag and Summer Passport from your local Family Hub or Library!

☀️🎒📱🚽🌈

31/07/2026

Planning Your Autumn Calendar?

Are you looking for a guest speaker for your group, organisation, team meeting, or community event this autumn?

Why not invite the Self Care Management Team?

We can talk about:

✅ Self care and wellbeing
✅ Living well with long term health conditions
✅ Building confidence to manage your health
✅ Courses and support available in the local community

Our friendly team would be delighted to help raise awareness and share practical tips to support health and wellbeing.

Get in touch to find out more or discuss your event requirements.

31/07/2026

Pedal at your own pace 🚲

Living with a health condition can make it harder to get moving—but even a short, gentle bike ride can make a difference.

Whether it’s along a quiet canal route or around your local park, you don’t have to go far or fast.

Take it one pedal at a time and move in a way that works for you, right here in Walsall.
Because every movement counts.

👉 https://www.cyclinguk.org/local-groups/walsall-arboretum-community-cycle-club

31/07/2026

Join us for the Big Butterfly Count in Walsall’s Parks & Green Spaces! 🌿 🦋
Love nature? Fancy spending a little time outdoors this summer?
Come along and take part in Butterfly Conservation’s Big Butterfly Count - a simple and rewarding way to help wildlife right on your doorstep, while enjoying the wellbeing benefits of being out in nature.
Sessions will take place across the borough. Dates, times and locations are shown in the image. Register via Eventbrite. 👇 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/countryside-walsall-73671605423
The count itself only takes 15 minutes, so it’s easy to fit in, whether you stay for a short visit or a full wander around. No experience is needed and everything will be provided to help you identify butterflies. 🦋
You can:
📱Use your phone to submit your results via the app/website
📝 Fill in a paper recording sheet on the day.
Everyone is welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the session). 👨‍👩‍👧
If you have extra time, you can try recording other wildlife using iNaturalist too! 🌱
Come along, enjoy your local green spaces and help people and nature thrive together in Walsall. 💚
This session is part of Nature Towns and Cities, made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund, thanks to National Lottery players. 🌿
The National Lottery Heritage Fund

31/07/2026