Health

This World Antimicrobial Awareness Week residents are reminded about the safe use and disposal of antibiotics.

Knowsley’s Combating Drugs Partnership has released figures that demonstrate the positive impact it is having across drug and alcohol treatment …

Knowing the symptoms will help increase earlier diagnosis.

Incorporating self care into our everyday lives can help us all live as healthily as possible.

The council has launched a survey asking residents their views on air quality.

High blood pressure is one of the most preventable and treatable health conditions. The only way to ‘know your numbers’ …

The council’s Winter Wellness Grants Programme will provide funding to groups and organisations helping residents stay warm, safe and well …

Find advice and tips to support your wellbeing during the colder winter months on Mersey Care’s ‘Help us Help you’ …

Ask Your Pharmacist Week reminds us about the range of healthcare services and support available at your local pharmacy.

Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) can be a life altering and debilitating chronic health condition.

Children and young people based in Halton, Knowsley, St Helens and Warrington up to the age of 18 who are …

Many people have been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy, but do you know what it is and what challenges people with …

Knowsley’s Director of Public Health has published a report on why the cost of living crisis is a public health …

Eligible Knowsley residents can still get their COVID-19 booster and get protected this winter. Vaccination appointments can be booked via …

Knowsley 0-25 Service annual report has been published.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and NHS England (NHSE) are running a joint campaign to raise awareness of Urinary …

Doing little things regularly can add up to make a big difference to our mental health.

When you stop smoking, good things start to happen — you can begin to see almost immediate improvements to your …

The Knowsley Healthier Together Board reported significant progress on the delivery of its 2022-23 priorities and outlined its objectives for …

The Knowsley Health and Wellbeing Board focussed on the link between housing and health at the latest meeting on Tuesday …

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month which aims to raise awareness of the symptoms and signs to look out for.

Your views and priorities are important to help to shape future services.

September is Blood Cancer awareness month, and as part of raising awareness about the UK’s most common type of blood …

To help protect the most vulnerable in our communities, follow some simple measures to reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 …

“Babies cry, you can cope!” is the message from NHS, local authorities, and healthcare organisations across the country who have …

Cutting down your drinking is easier than you think with the Lower My Drinking app.

A series of free arts programme for new mums in Knowsley will launch this week, offering weekly arts, reading and …

Events to help smokers quit in the lead up to Stoptober.

Information on cancer screening, symptoms and reducing cancer risks.

Knowsley’s refuse collection vehicles are driving awareness of free Health Checks as they travel around the borough.

The adult COVID-19 and flu winter vaccination programmes are now underway.

Knowsley Health and Wellbeing Board recently provided an update on its progress in delivering the recommendations set out in the …

A one-off funding pot has been allocated to support Knowsley’s Communities during the continued cost of living crisis throughout the …

Make the time to have your blood pressure checked during Know your Numbers week.

The council wants to better understand people’s views on Knowsley’s sexual health services.

The funding will mean more people can get the right support when they need it.

Knowsley residents will be able to access free liver screening at locations across the borough in September thanks to a …

A resident who was supported by the Healthy Knowsley service has shared her story.

NHS Cheshire and Merseyside has confirmed changes to opening times for three pharmacies in Knowsley. The new opening times are:- …

The Food Standards Agency has issued new guidance on slush-ice drinks, advising that they should not be sold to children …

Change Grow Live (CGL) offer a range of help and support in Knowsley to residents who are struggling with drug …

Your feedback will be used to shape the development and delivery of Knowsley’s HIV Advice and Support Service in the …

There are lots of free, fun activities at parks across Knowsley this summer.

This Love Parks Week – 28 July to 6 August – we celebrate all there is to love in parks …

Parents are being asked to check their children are fully up to date with their MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) …

NHS Addictions Provider Alliance – a group of NHS providers working together and pooling resources to support people with addiction …

Knowsley residents can now book blood test appointments with the launch of a new online appointment system.

Reap the benefits of cutting down.

Find out more about becoming a Shared Lives carer during Shared Lives Week.

There’s a Health and Social Care Careers Fair at Whiston Hospital’s Training Centre on Saturday 8 July.

Directors of Public Health in Cheshire and Merseyside’s nine local council areas – Cheshire East, Cheshire West and Chester, Halton, …

Like other health conditions and illnesses, a drug or alcohol problem impacts on a person’s health and is a treatable …

There are just a few weeks left to protect yourself from COVID before the offer ends on 30 June.

Community groups, charities and neighbourhood projects across Kirkby can apply for a share of the £50,000 Kirkby Neighbourhood Community Fund.

It’s Carers Week! Find out what’s happening to recognise and support carers.

Visiting a farm is an enjoyable and educational experience for many people, particularly children. However, visiting a farm carries a …

Drop-by for a chat with one of the friendly, expert nurses.

Residents aged 40-74 are being urged to take up the offer a free NHS health check which could help to …

National Mental Health Awareness Week 2023, from 15 to 21 May, is a time to think and talk about mental …

If you’re a young person, or the parent or carer of a young person, a range of help and support …

People with a potential issue with gambling are being encouraged to contact support services and address gambling-related harms – an …

The MMR vaccine can prevent measles, and also protects against mumps and rubella.

Here’s the story of a woman who was helped by the Change, Grow, Live project.

During World Immunisation Week, which takes place from 24-30 April 2023, parents are being reminded of the importance of the …

World Immunisation Week – 24 to 30 April – encourages people to make sure they are up to date with …

Visit The Knowsley Offer website for information aimed at supporting residents’ health and wellbeing.

Knowsley Council is hosting a networking event to raise awareness of support available to help Knowsley residents with neurodiverse conditions …

Did you know 16,000 people in Cheshire and Merseyside are diagnosed with cancer every year, which is higher than the …

Eligible Knowsley residents can now get their COVID-19 Spring Booster vaccination and ensure they are protected from the virus. Booster …

Regular alcohol or drug use can quickly start to negatively affect your health, mood and relationships and lead to you …

Here are some top tips to help householders prevent mould and damp in their homes.

Change Grow Live offers residents a range of help and support around issues concerning drugs and alcohol use

Someone dies of bowel cancer every 30 minutes in the UK. It’s the second biggest cancer killer, but it shouldn’t …

If you, or someone you know, has a problem with alcohol or drugs, there is a range of help and …

There are lots of simple ways for people with long-term health conditions to move more.

Quitting smoking has many benefits but did you know it will also reduce your risk of dementia.

Dialling 999 quickly and acting F.A.S.T saves lives.

Healthwatch Knowsley has arranged an Annual Event on Thursday 30 March 2023 at The Old School House, St John’s Road, …

Knowsley’s social care recruitment campaign roadshow came to Huyton this week.

A new recruitment campaign to attract more people to work in social care in the borough has been launched.

Prescot Community Church, supporting residents in Prescot and Whiston, has this week opened a community supermarket, providing essential support to …

Helping you access the right health service for your needs.

It isn’t too late for a flu or Covid vaccine.

Knowsley Council and Liverpool Council have teamed up to deliver free webinars to raise awareness of learning disabilities and neurodiverse …

The Eco Therapy Garden C.I.C in Kirkb has celebrated the arrival of a ‘Tree of Trees’ – a living legacy …

The Living Well Service is returning to Knowsley offering physical health checks, advice, guidance and signposting for lifestyle, mental wellbeing …

Free lung health checks are being offered to people aged 55-74 who have ever smoked. Eligible patients in Roby, Prescot, …

A Kirkby community therapy garden has showcased the work it does during an event to mark the planting of 30 …

The Wellpoint Kiosk is a self-service health kiosk based at Huyton Library until the end of March.

Think Ahead’s mental health social work training programme offers opportunities to those looking to make a real difference to people …

Parents and carers in Knowsley can find out about digital mental health support for children and adults by signing up …

With temperatures rising this week, follow our tips to make sure you keep yourself, and those around you, safe and …

The Met Office warning of cold weather has been extended until Monday, 4 December.

With temperatures continuing to rise in the coming days, make sure you keep yourself, and those around you, safe and …