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Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · 5d

Alison Bell, our DPH has had her flu vaccination - have you had yours?

The vaccine is a quick and simple way to reduce your chances of becoming seriously unwell this winter whilst protecting those around you too.

➡️Check your eligibility by visiting: tinyurl.com/4xzhcr4n
#StayWellSomerset

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Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · 6d

🚨 DHSC has launched a drug awareness campaign warning of the dangers of synthetic opioids, ketamine & high-strength THC vapes.

These substances are increasingly common, often taken unknowingly and can cause serious or even fatal harm.

Read more: tinyurl.com/3akhvs98
Awareness saves lives. #BeAware

Young people given stark warning on deadly risks of taking drugs

The government has launched a new campaign to alert young people to the dangers of ketamine, counterfeit medicines and adulterated THC vapes.

www.gov.uk

Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · 10d

Proud to be at the Somerset Prepared event today offering free blood pressure checks.

Somerset’s Lord-Lieutenant, Mohammed Saddiq, stopped by for a check - a reminder that high blood pressure can affect anyone, it only takes a minute to know your numbers.

#TakeThePressureOff #SomersetPrepared

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Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · 23d

This film shows the power of peer mentors. People with lived experience using it to support others. A reminder that recovery is about health, hope & strength. 💚

#SomersetDrug&AlcoholService #Recovery #PeerMentors #Somerset

Celebrating Recovery - Peer Mentor Graduation Day

YouTube video by Somerset Council

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Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · 26d

Somerset HDRC is hiring 2 Community Co-Researchers to help tackle health inequalities across Somerset.
💡No research experience needed – full training provided
⭐️Bring your lived experience to shape change around housing, education, jobs & health.
👉 Apply here: linkly.link/2Fdna or linkly.link/2Fdni

Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · 27d

The new CMO report ‘Health trends and variation in England 2025’ gives us both a mirror and a map - showing where health is improving and where inequalities persist.

For Somerset, it’s a call to think bigger and act together for healthier lives.

#PublicHealth #Somerset

Health trends and variation in England 2025: a Chief Medical Officer report

An overview of the health of England’s population, including trends over time and geographical variation.

www.gov.uk

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Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · Sep 22

Somerset Public Health is seeking two full-time Consultants in Public Health to join our experienced and supportive team.
📄 Find out more and apply: www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-car...
📧 For an informal discussion, please contact our DPH at [email protected]

#PublicHealth

Job

www.somerset.gov.uk

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Healthwatch England @healthwatchengland.bsky.social · Sep 25

Today is World Pharmacists day. Have you heard of the The Pharmacy First scheme? It means patients can now get prescription-only treatment for conditions at a pharmacy, without needing to see their GP. Find out more. https://bit.ly/4gxYst9

Graphic for World Pharmacists Day showing a mortar and pestle superimposed on a globe, with the text "Think Health Think Pharmacist" and the date "25 September."

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Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · Sep 22

September is National Recovery Month 💜
Every recovery journey is a story of strength and possibility.
Watch this video from SDAS and join us in celebrating the courage of people working towards healthier, happier lives 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmMT... #RecoveryMonth #Somerset #PublicHealth

Recovery Month showreel for Somerset Council

YouTube video by Keith Williams

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Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · Sep 22

Somerset Public Health is seeking two full-time Consultants in Public Health to join our experienced and supportive team.
📄 Find out more and apply: www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-car...
📧 For an informal discussion, please contact our DPH at [email protected]

#PublicHealth

Job

www.somerset.gov.uk

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Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · Sep 17

✨ Reflecting on Walk for a Life 2025 ✨
Coming together with our Somerset community to remember loved ones and talk openly about suicide prevention meant so much. Thank you to everyone who joined or supported - every step helps change the conversation. 💛 #WalkForALife #SuicidePrevention #Somerset

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Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · Sep 17

Great to be at the Somerset Moves Conference today, hearing brilliant insights from our panel including our Director of Public Health – on how we can all help communities be more active. #SomersetMoves #EveryMoveMatters

Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · Sep 15

Had your breast-screening invite?
✅ Yes → book now – mobile units are close to home.
📬 No → watch the post, your letter’s coming.

Screening saves lives by finding problems early.
“I’ve booked mine - please book yours.” - Alison Bell, Director of Public Health

#BreastScreening #EarlyDetection

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Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · Sep 9

This week we are Supporting Blood Pressure UK’s #KnowYourNumbersWeek

Nick shares his story of being diagnosed with high blood pressure.

youtu.be/c7R7yC8nibM?...

Check your blood pressure by borrowing a monitor for free from any somerset library.

#TakeThePressureOff #PublicHealthSomerset

Know Your Numbers - It Could Change Your Story

YouTube video by Somerset Council

youtu.be

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Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · Jun 10

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic & innovative Specialist in Public Health initially working against the priority areas of Children & Young People, Best Start in Life & Public Mental Health. To apply, visit:
www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job/?jobId=6735 #PublicHealthSomerset

Job

www.somerset.gov.uk

Somerset Public Health @somersetpubhealth.bsky.social · May 6

Public Health at Somerset Council is recruiting an Interim Consultant in Public Health.

29.6 hours a week, this is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic Public Health team which has an excellent reputation. For more information, visit: www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-car... #PublicHealthSomerset

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Greg Fell @felly500.bsky.social · Jan 21

www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

Can you really boost your immune system

Yes
It's called vaccination

Inside Health - Can you really boost your immune system? - BBC Sounds

From kombucha to cold water swims, does any of it help protect us from getting a virus?

www.bbc.co.uk

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Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) @adphuk.bsky.social · Jan 22

UK Government support is necessary for local public health teams to address air pollution and its associated health inequalities.

More information➡️ bit.ly/3RA40rK

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Greg Fell @felly500.bsky.social · Jan 20

unherd.com/2025/01/the-...

As the NHS grapples with immense pressures, the likes of Neko Health and Numan purportedly step in to fill the gap. The result? Longer waiting times, diminished resources, and a growing sense of inequity in healthcare access

Stellar description

The truth about private health scans

unherd.com

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NHS Confederation @nhsconfed.org · Jan 21

Be sure to sign-up for our new series on Health Economic Partnerships led by our in-house expert Michael Wood @nhslocalgrowth.bsky.social

Monthly webinars with space for discussion on all things to do with health, economic growth, devolution, and the role of NHS trusts.

Michael Wood (@nhslocalgrowth.bsky.social)

Excited about this forthcoming @nhsconfed.bsky.social webinar series looking at all things local growth. Tailored for CEOs, Chairs and Directors of NHS trusts. Sign up and find out why this agenda…

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Greg Fell @felly500.bsky.social · Jan 17

Moving care closer to home

Strengthening primary and community care

Transforming community care

Shifting the balance of power

The left shift

And many many other names for the same version of the broad policy

But ......

HT @drstevetaylor.bsky.social

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Greg Fell @felly500.bsky.social · Jan 18

Impressive bit of research
Equally or more impressive shift in population sugar exposure

Dr Nina Rogers @ninarogers.bsky.social · Jan 17

📣New Paper:19 months after the UK soft drinks industry levy (SDIL; sugar tax) was enforced we find a 7.5g weekly household sugar reduction from soft drinks. Weekly sugar reductions were highest in houses with lowest incomes(70g/week) / with children(56g/week).
📄: nutrition.bmj.com/content/earl...

Changes in household purchasing of soft drinks following the UK soft drinks industry levy by household income and composition: controlled interrupted time series analysis, March 2014 to November 2019

Background The WHO recommends taxes on sugar sweetened beverages (SSBs) to improve population health. We examined changes in volume of and amount of sugar in purchases of soft drinks according to hous...

nutrition.bmj.com

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Dutch Cycling Embassy @dutchcycling.nl · Jan 19

Over the last decades, the Dutch Government has spent around €500 million on cycling infrastructure.

Although that may seem like a lot, the annual health relates benefits are estimated to be €19 billion. That is 2% of the Dutch GDP.

pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov...

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Living Streets @livingstreets.bsky.social · Jan 20

#BlueMonday might be a myth, but poor #MentalHealth is something many of us struggle with.

There’s no easy fix but studies show that walking and wheeling can help. Be kind to yourself today (and always). ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

A graphic ring representing 30 per cent on a green background. Text: Regular physical activity can reduce your risk of depression by 30%.

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Hazel Cheeseman @hazelcheeseman.bsky.social · Jan 20

If you're working in tobacco control and want to be added to this group do let me know: go.bsky.app/JFgppAm

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