Better Health Gateshead

Make your cuppa even more well earned!

While you're waiting for the kettle to boil why not have a go at doing some squats?

🩷Perform body weight squats until the kettle is boiled (One hand on the bench for support if needed)
❤️Step back into a safe area away from the kettle with plenty space.
💚Maintain an upright posture
🩷Bend at the knees whiles pushing the hips back
❤️Maintain a straight back keep the neck inline with the spine throughout the whole movement
💚Lower your hips as far as you feel comfortable
🩷As you come back to a standing position push through the heels and tense the glutes

Safety Advice – Before talking part in any exercise, choose a space that is free from clutter and always listen to your own body, don't over do it. If you experience any pain or discomfort, or unusual symptoms it is important to stop and assess the situation. (seek medical advice if necessary)

Keep an eye on our page for more exercise ideas or download our booklet 👇

Are you feeling like a fish out of water when it comes to s*xual health?
If you have questions, Brook has answers.

Find help and advice on STIs, Contraception, looking after your own wellbeing and much more 👇

The average price of a packet of 20 ci******es is around £15. That’s £450 a month if you smoke 20 a day.

What else could you do with that money?

If you are thinking of quitting, give Smokefree Gateshead a call and we can talk about this and other benefits of stopping smoking 👇

No matter the circumstances, there’s no excuse for domestic abuse.

Anyone who is a victim-survivor of abuse can contact Northumbria Police by sending them a private message on social media, visiting the live chat on their website or by completing a report form on the website (all links in comments 👇)

If you're worried about the safety of a friend or family member, you can make a confidential application to the police under Clare’s Law, also known as the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme

Having a healthy, balanced diet is about how much as well as what we eat. Understanding what the right portion size can help us get the balance right

Not sure what a food portion is? Don’t have scales handy? Use your hands

A portion of cooked chicken breast or fish fillet should be about the size of your hand 👇

Ovarian cancer can be hard to spot - but early detection makes a real difference. Women in Gateshead who have gone through the menopause can now self refer for a scan if they’re experiencing symptoms. They don't need to speak to their GP first.

Symptoms to look out for include:
• Bloating or tummy pain
• Changes in toilet habits – weeing or pooing more often
• Indigestion or acid reflux
• Unexpected weight loss or feeling tired

Visit www.northerncanceralliance.nhs.uk/ovarianultrasound
Email: [email protected]
Call: 0191 445 5459

Gateshead NHS Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria Better Health Gateshead Gateshead Council Healthwatch Gateshead Healthworks Northern Cancer Voices

A little movement goes a long way for your heart and health.

Get your heart pumping during your next trip to the fridge, toilet or another room in the house

💚Marching on the spot for a few seconds.
💙Start to pump your arms as you march to fridge.
💚Add a little dance when you reach the fridge for fun.
💙Challenge yourself to speed up safely with each lap.

Safety Advice – Before talking part in any exercise, choose a space that is free from clutter and always listen to your own body, don't over do it. If you experience any pain or discomfort, or unusual symptoms it is important to stop and assess the situation. (seek medical advice if necessary)

Keep an eye on our page for more

Most STIs don't have any symptoms, so it's best to check everything is ok every time you have s*x with a new partner. Home STI testing kits screen for both Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea. Only one sample is needed, a urine sample for men and a swab for women.

📦 Order your free kit now from the Gateshead Sexual Health website 👇

Have you visited our Community Health Heart Champions yet?

Show your heart some love by regularly checking your blood pressure and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This can help prevent high blood pressure (hypertension), a condition that can significantly increase the risk of heart disease and stroke

Speak to a champion today 👇

Get on Board the Melissa Bus today at Chopwell Wood until 3pm 🚌