Health

There’s lots of free, local support and online tools to help you quit smoking this October – and all year round.

The free flu vaccination is now available to eligible groups. It’s the best way of protecting you and your family from flu.

Blood Pressure UK’s, ‘Know Your Numbers’ week – 7 to 13 September – is an annual campaign encouraging people to take control of their own blood pressure. You can do this by checking your blood pressure at home if you have your own blood pressure monitor.

If you need medication, health advice or treatment over the bank holiday weekend, here’s where you can go for help.

The borough’s residents can have their say on a strategy which outlines how Knowsley’s Health and Wellbeing Board wants to…

With GCSE results and a September school return on the horizon, many young people in Knowsley may be feeling anxious, which impacts on their mental health. Thankfully help and advice on any issues young people in Knowsley may be facing is only a phone call or a touch of a button away.

The last few months have put extra pressure and strains on our health and wellbeing, but support is available to…

We’re highlighting the range of support available to help mums in Knowsley breastfeed as part of #WBW2020

Knowsley’s Outbreak Management Plan sets out a co-ordinated approach to the prevention and management of COVID-19 in the borough.

It can be difficult to lose weight and keep it off – the Better Health campaign aims to make it easier for everyone to introduce changes that will help them maintain a healthy weight.

People in Knowsley are being thanked for their cooperation with Covid-19 testing, which is critical as lockdown restrictions are eased further.

We are being reminded of the importance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – particularly where there are elderly, unwell or vulnerable residents.

The majority of parents want to see children’s characters removed from unhealthy foods, according to a report. ‘Pester Power or…

Cheshire & Merseyside has been awarded Suicide-Safer Community status by Living Works, the world’s leading suicide prevention training company. Partners…

The draft Knowsley Adult Social Care Recovery and Transformation plan 2020-2023 outlines how Knowsley’s adult social care services will deal with the coronavirus pandemic and be transformed in the years to come. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey and let us know your views.

Knowsley residents who are displaying symptoms of coronavirus need to stay at home and arrange a test – people in…

The NHS Test and Trace programme plays a vital role in ensuring that Covid19 cases reduce and the infection stops spreading. Here’s what you need to know.

An Outbreak Management Plan is being developed for Knowsley, aimed at effectively containing the COVID-19 virus and reducing its spread in the community.

What’s changed in your children’s eating habits during Covid19? Are they crazy for carrots and home cooking, or constantly craving crisps & chocolate? A new survey wants you to share your experience.

Knowsley’s Greystone bridge will light up blue to mark the NHS’s birthday. The footbridge over the M62 will be lit…

Knowsley Council has asked GP Practices to send a text to all their patients who smoke as part of the Quit for Covid campaign.

Knowsley residents are being encouraged to keep accessing urgent medical help should they require it at this time. The NHS…

As the weather hots up, make sure you know how to keep safe in the sun – and look out for those who may be shielding during the Covid outbreak.

As mental health issues can made worse by the current pandemic, remember – it’s good to talk. If you need someone to turn to, here’s where a listening ear can be found.

Blood tests in Knowsley will be by appointment only from Monday 29 June. Knowsley Phlebotomy Service is moving from a…

Knowsley residents can now access round-the-clock mental health support for free. The NHS has upgraded the existing 24/7 mental health…

Knowsley’s Road Safety Team is warning motorists of the dangers of driving ‘the morning after’ drinking alcohol. Motorists who drink…

Don’t struggle with mental health issues alone – here are some sources of help and support for people of all ages.

Open seven days a week the free bereavement helpline provides emotional support and practical information.

Did you know men are twice as likely to die from Covid-19 than women? Take action on Covid-19 this Men’s Health Week.

With test and trace being talked about a lot in the news, we explain exactly what it is and what it might mean for you.

Knowsley residents concerned about cancer symptoms can now access expert advice more easily. St Helens and Knowsley Teaching Hospitals NHS…

Did you know you can reduce your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes through healthy eating, regular exercise and achieving a healthy body weight?

A Knowsley dementia centre has adapted its services to maintain valuable support for communities. The Me2u Centre in Kirkby is…

If you have a food allergy or intolerance, be sure to know how to keep safe.

Knowsley Council is reminding the borough’s food business operators in the retail and catering sector that they are required to provide allergen information and follow labelling rules when preparing and selling food.

The test & trace service aims to help identify, contain and control coronavirus, reducing the spread of the virus and saving lives. Here’s what you need to know.

During these challenging times it’s important that we look after our mental wellbeing and the kind to your mind campaign is designed to help us do that

Residents displaying Covid-19 symptoms can be tested in a number of mobile testing units visiting the borough over the coming week and months.

The ban comes after research showed research menthol smokers are more likely to become heavily addicted and find it harder to quit.

A survey into the effects of coronavirus and social distancing measures on mental health and loneliness is appealing for participants

Employers, the self-employed and people in control of premises, such as landlords, have a duty to identify and control risks associated with legionella.

Anyone who is displaying Coronavirus symptoms is now eligible to book a test to find out if they have the virus. Find out how to do it.

If you or a loved one has the symptoms of a stroke, however minor they may seem, please don’t be put off seeking help due to Covid-19

GPs in Knowsley are encouraging residents to not ignore any unexplained changes to their body or concerns which could indicate the presence of cancer.

There are lots of mental health and wellbeing resources to support you during Mental Health Awareness Week and throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

Practical help for parents and carers whose children are affected by bereavement during these difficult times.

We are supporting the #QuitforCovid campaign as there has never been a more important time to quit smoking.

With the increased demand, you may notice some changes to your local pharmacy services, such as their opening times. Here’s what to expect.

If you need urgent health care during the Coronavirus pandemic you’re being asked not to put it off – the NHS is still able to look after you, safely.

Healthwatch Knowsley are seeking the views of local residents about how the Covid-19 pandemic has affected people accessing health and social care services.

Got a dental problem and need a dentist? Here’s what to do.

Cheshire & Merseyside NHS Trusts have launched new mental health helplines for people in need of mental health crisis support.

Residents aged over 70 and those eligible for a free flu jab, will be receiving a letter this week offering help & support from Knowsley Council and Knowsley CCG.

Knowsley Public Health has updated its 10 Ways to Wellbeing advice to help you and your family look after your mental health and wellbeing whilst staying at home.

People struggling with their mental health during the Coronavirus outbreak will be offered additional online support and practical guidance to help them cope.

Here’s the latest information you need to know about Coronavirus, including any specific advice for Knowsley residents.

Smokers in Knowsley can get help to give up this No Smoking Day with special events this week and support on offer all year round.

Community based organisations are invited to bid for funding to improve the mental health and well-being of men. Projects should…

Useful information for patients worried about the closure of several surgeries in Knowsley by Aston Healthcare.

Here’s how you can get involved in activities designed to help your mental and physical health in Knowsley.

Landmarks in Knowsley will be illuminated in green tonight in support of the Clatterbridge Cancer Charity which is transforming cancer care for people locally.

Knowsley’s Director of Public Health has published a new report – Keeping Knowsley Active – on the importance of leading…

A new campaign is reminding people about the range of support available from pharmacies and that they should be the first place to go for advice and over-the-counter medicines for minor health concerns such as coughs, colds, tummy troubles and aches and pains.

The success of the ‘Keep Antibiotics Working’ campaign has seen GP practices across Knowsley reduce the numbers of antibiotics being prescribed.

Free Winter Warmth events for over 65s are taking place at local community centres across Knowsley.

Have you had an invitation for breast screening? Here’s what you need to know and where to find the mobile screening unit in Huyton.

The New Year may be underway but it is not too late to sign up for a break from drinking…

Innovative liver scans will be available in Knowsley in the New Year to help to detect the early stage of…

Don’t let the winter bugs beat you – download our guide to staying well in Knowsley.

Make sure you don’t fall victim to the winter vomiting bug or Norovirus. Read our advice on how to protect yourself.

Adults in Knowsley can enjoy sessions with professional artists to try all kinds of creative arts including storytelling, photography and drama.

World AIDS Day takes place on 1 December (Sunday) providing an opportunity to show support for the millions of people living with HIV worldwide.

Congratulations to St John Fisher Catholic Primary School in Knowsley Village – the first school in the borough to achieve the prestigious Wellbeing Award.

During ‘Movember’ and to mark International Men’s Day Knowsley Council is helping raise awareness of men’s mental health and male cancers.

A service which supports people in Knowsley to live independently at home has once again been endorsed by inspectors.

The 10 Ways to Wellbeing Campaign has some top tips to help you manage stress this Stress Awareness Week.

The next time you’re at the council’s One Stop Shop in Kirkby, why not have a free, confidential DIY health check at the Wellpoint Kiosk? 

World Diabetes Day is 14 November 2019 and this year’s theme is ‘the family and diabetes’.

The Live Well website is a directory of useful information about adult care, community services and events across Knowsley, Liverpool and Wirral.

A new plan for Knowsley will help residents achieve a healthy weight and help improve their health.

Flu season is around the corner – and vaccination remains the best way to protect against the potential serious harm it can cause.

If someone you know says they’re fine, and you think they might not be, the message from Time to Change’s campaign is clear – ask twice.

A new NHS campaign is urging us all to be more aware of our mental health – to know when we need support, and how to seek that help. 

Our local health partnership is looking at how health and care services can be improved – and wants to hear your views.

World Stroke Prevention Day takes place on Tuesday, 29 October. It’s a day to raise awareness of what a stroke…

Knowsley’s Greystone footbridge over the M62 is being lit in pink and blue next week to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week.

If you’ve been thinking of giving up smoking but not got around to it, there’s a range of support available from Knowsley Stop Smoking Service.

September is the perfect opportunity to offer support to family, friends and neighbours who are living with dementia by signing up to become a dementia friend.

The Stay Alive app is designed to help both those who are having suicidal thoughts and those who are concerned about someone else who may be considering suicide.

Orchid Male Cancer Awareness Week, which takes place from 2-8 September, is an annual campaign to raise awareness of male specific cancers.

As children across Knowsley prepare to start primary school, Public Health experts are advising parents to make sure their children are fully immunised against MMR.

Free blood pressure checks are being offered in Knowsley as part of the ‘Know your Numbers’ campaign throughout September.

The biggest transformation to the way family doctors work in more than a generation has been launched in Knowsley. Primary…

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

If you’re a Knowsley or St Helens resident with diabetes and would like some support and information, come along to St Helens and District Group’s sessions coming up in 2019/20.

If you have a baby or pre-schooler, this new campaign aims to help you with fun activities to boost their early literacy and communications skills.

Last year, the Liverpool City Region Metro Mayor, along with colleagues from the constituent local authorities (Halton, Knowsley, Liverpool, St Helens, Sefton and Wirral) committed to the Dementia Friendly pledge.

A Knowsley care service which supports older people and people living with dementia to live in their own homes has received a glowing Care Quality Commission (CQC) report.

Staff at Kirkby Older People’s Day Centre have become the latest Dementia Friends in Knowsley.