The Confederation, Hillingdon CIC

🌿👣 We’re halfway through #NationalWalkingMonth – still time to get involved and enjoy the benefits of walking more every day. Walking supports health & wellbeing – every step counts. More info: resolution.nhs.uk/2022/05/24/nat… Hillingdon walks: hillingdon.gov.uk/walking

🩺💙 World Hypertension Day 2026 | 17 May This year’s theme: “Controlling Hypertension Together: check your blood pressure regularly, defeat the silent killer.” Know your numbers. A simple blood pressure check could save your life ❤️ ▶️ youtube.com/watch?v=Ba11p9…

🧠 Dementia Action Week is next week across Hillingdon, with local activities to raise awareness and support people living with dementia. The Hillingdon Council dementia page provides clear info and local support for residents, carers and professionals. hillingdon.gov.uk/dementia

💪 If you would like to improve your strength and balance, our free exercise sessions can help. 👍 You will be assigned seated classes or standing strength and balance sessions, depending on what suits you best. ✅ Simply complete a short booking form 👉 buff.ly/bFGf69y

Tests and exams can be a tough time for children and young people. As exam season begins, here are some simple ways you can support your child and help them manage stress.

This #NationalHandHygieneDay, remember to wash your hands regularly and use sanitiser when needed to help stop the spread of infection. Find out more: nhs.uk/live-well/best… #HandHygiene #InfectionPrevention #ConfedHill #NHS #Hillingdon

The Confederation, in partnership with MyHealth Hillingdon, offers a clinician-led programme to help you better manage your health. Workshops include: • Hypertension & cholesterol • Diet & nutrition for weight loss • Type 2 diabetes Scan the QR code to book your place today.

To keep antibiotics effective for everyone, here’s what NOT to do: ❌ Do not use antibiotics for colds, flu or sore throats. Antibiotics do not treat viruses. ❌ Do not share your antibiotics with others. ❌ Do not save leftover antibiotics for use later. Let’s protect life-saving medicines for everyone! #AntimicrobialResistance (#AMR)

📢 Pharmacy Opening Hours – May Bank Holidays (Hillingdon) Check opening times here: nhs.uk/service-search… Urgent help? Contact NHS 111: nhs.uk/111 Emergency? Call 999 More information: nhs.uk #MayBankHoliday #Pharmacy #NHS

This #SkinCancerAwarenessMonth, check your skin and contact your GP if you're worried about any signs that could be cancer. Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that can spread to other areas of the body. Use the ABCDE checklist to remember some of the signs of melanoma.

Chickenpox protection was added to the routine vaccination schedule earlier this year. However, the vaccines your child is offered depend on when they were born, they may receive either the MMR or MMRV vaccine. Our graph breaks this down. 🔽

Heart health starts in our communities On 31st March, Confederation staff met with the Mayor of Hillingdon to discuss improving early detection and prevention of heart conditions across the borough. 🎥youtube.com/watch?v=Ba11p9…

Gambling can harm your health and relationships, and leave you in serious debt. With one of the biggest racing events of the year taking place, if you’re worried about your own or a loved one’s gambling, help and support is available. Advice here ➡️ nhs.uk/live-well/addi…

This week some NHS services will be affected because of resident doctor strike action. Other NHS staff are working hard to keep you safe, so please continue to come forward for the care you need.

From 7am today and continuing into next week, some NHS services will be affected due to strike action. Here’s what you need to know about accessing NHS care during this time ⬇️

💖FREE MyHealth Workshop 🗓 9th April 📍Hayes, West Drayton & Heathrow Villages ✅Learn to manage Hypertension & Cholesterol ✅Practical tips to reduce risks & protect your heart 🎟 Register now: eventbrite.com/e/myhealth-hyp… #HeartHealth #FreeWorkshop

Today is #WorldAutismAwarenessDay. Autism and #dementia are different conditions, but some people may have both together. For advice on supporting an autistic person with dementia, check out our information page developed in collaboration with Autistica and @KingsCollegeLon: dementiauk.org/information-an…

Life is happier when we go outside and get active. Join us for Active April and find ways to keep moving forward 🌤️🚴‍♂️🏃🌿 actionforhappiness.org/active-april #ActiveApril

NHS Talking Therapies treatment gives you practical skills and techniques to overcome conditions like OCD, social anxiety disorder and PTSD. Find out more, or refer yourself at nhs.uk/talk

Today is #InternationalZeroWasteDay 🌍 Small actions can improve public health and protect our environment in London Borough of Hillingdon. Recycling info: hillingdon.gov.uk/recycling Tips: wrap.org.uk #ZeroWaste #Hillingdon #Sustainability #NHS