You can now access your maternity notes and stay involved using the Badger Notes app throughout your pregnancy.

Get started here www.badgernotes.net

Your midwife can help answer any questions you may have.

#HealthyBarnsley #BecauseWeAllCare #Maternity

Stress and how to manage it: Dr Xand van Tulleken's five key tips Stress, in small doses, can be good for us. Here are five simple, science-backed ways to manage it better.

October can leave many feeling stressed or struggling to cope.

If this sounds familiar check out the BBC's helpful article with five simple, science-backed ways to manage stress and stay in control

👉 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

#HealthyBarnsley #BecauseWeAllCare #stressmanagement

💙It's not enough to talk only about the bad health care that's being provided. Some amazing work is also going on, but this often gets overshadowed.

💙Let's brighten up Monday mornings with positive feedback about services in Barnsley.

#YourVoiceMatters #HealthyBarnsley

Cervical screening films for women with learning disabilities and autistic women A short collection of films co-produced by women with learning disabilities and / or autistic women. Find out everything you need to know about smear tests, ...

A series of films has been launched to support autistic women and women with a learning disability to access potentially life-saving cervical cancer screening.

Take a look here 👇
youtube.com/playlist?lis...

#HealthyBarnsley #BecauseWeAllCare #WomensHealth

You can now book your flu and Covid-19 vaccine online or via the NHS App if you’re eligible. Appointments will start from 1 October.

You don’t need to wait to be invited. Find out more and book now: www.nhs.uk/nhs.../vacci...

#HealthyBarnsley #BecauseWeAllCare

💙Would you like to help with health and social care in Barnsley?

💙We are on the lookout for volunteers to become Community Champions on our behalf.

💙Find out more details on our new website 👇
www.healthwatchbarnsley.org.uk/volunteer

#BecauseWeAllCare #HealthyBarnsley

So far, the top 3 ranked women's issues for people in Barnsley are;
💙Cancers
💙Mental health and well-being
💙Healthy ageing and long-term conditions

Make sure your vote is counted and fill in our survey here👇
www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/WomensHeal...

Survey closes on 22nd September

#HealthyBarnsley

Community Reach E-Newsletter - April to June 2025 Take a look at our brand new Community Reach E-Newsletter.

💙What have Healthwatch Barnsley been doing from April to June?

💙Learn how we're helping Barnsley people be heard in healthcare decisions in our brand new Community Reach E-Newsletter 👇
tinyurl.com/4s3pb36d

#HealthyBarnsley #BecauseWeAllCare #CommunityEngagement

Join us at our upcoming event and share your thoughts on Women's Health in Barnsley.

💙Where: Look out for our Gazebo near Superdrug in town centre
💙Date: Wednesday 13th August
💙Times: From 10 am

#HealthyBarnsley #YourVoiceMatters #womenshealth

💙It's not enough to talk only about the bad health care that's being provided. Some amazing work is also going on, but this often gets overshadowed.

💙Let's brighten up Monday mornings with positive feedback about services in Barnsley.

#YourVoiceMatters #HealthyBarnsley

Building a strong bond with your baby makes them feel loved and secure, laying the foundations for their future mental health and happiness. Visit Start for Life for more tips and advice.

For more information visit👇
www.nhs.uk/start-for-li...

#HealthyBarnsley #StartForLife

It's #NationalSmileMonth

Here are a few food tips that might help your teeth stay white.

#BecauseWeAllCare #HealthyBarnsley #oralhealth

So far, the top 3 priorities you want us to look at in 2025/2026 are;
💙A & E transformation in Barnsley
💙Women’s health issues
💙Sickness to prevention

Make sure your vote is counted and fill in our survey here👇
rb.gy/qtscwa

Survey closes on 31st May

#HealthyBarnsley #YourVoiceCounts

Employee Wellness Guide and Plan As one of our priorities for 2024/25, we've been looking at the mental health provision and perception in Barnsley. One key area we looked at was the mental wellbeing of our own staff and volunteers.

Mental health awareness is on everyone's minds these days.

We're placing a big focus on ensuring that all of our staff feel healthy and happy!

That's why we've put together a helpful guide and plan for Employee Wellbeing.

Take a look here 👉 rb.gy/mppzpj

#HealthyBarnsley

What is an Admiral Nurse and how can they help? Dementia UK is a charity that provides Admiral Nurses for families affected by dementia. Call our Dementia Helpline to find out how we can support you.

Today is #NationalNursesDay 💙

We celebrate all nurses, especially Admiral Nurses for their amazing work with people living with Dementia and their families.

Watch this video to learn more about Admiral Nurses 👇
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#BecauseWeAllCare #HealthyBarnsley

E-Newsletter - January to March 2025 Our latest e-newsletter is now available.

💙What have Healthwatch Barnsley been doing from January to March?
💚Learn how we're helping Barnsley people be heard in healthcare decisions in our latest e-newsletter: 👇

www.healthwatchbarnsley.org.uk/news/2025-05...

#BecauseWeAllCare #YourVoiceCounts #HealthyBarnsley

Do you avoid activities, exercise and take time off school or work because of your periods?

Call time on heavy and painful periods and get the period checker today
tinyurl.com/277va3sf

#BecauseWeAllCare #HealthyBarnsley

💙Do you use digital GP services?
💙How easy is it?
💙Are there any accessibility issues?

Tell us about your experience by filling in our 'Have your say' web form here www.healthwatchbarnsley.org.uk/have-your-say

#YourVoiceMatters #DigitalInclusion #HealthyBarnsley

It might not be reyt, get it checked.

Let's give Prostate cancer the chop

youtu.be/SCclyHnQgvY?...

#BecauseWeAllCare #HealthyBarnsley

It's Nutrition and Hydration week! 💙

Here are 5 benefits of drinking hot water first thing in the morning.

Try replacing your first drink with a cup of hot water and add a slice of lemon, lime or orange to it.

#HealthyBarnsley #BecauseWeAllCare #NutritionandHydrationWeek2025

💙Your mental and physical health will both benefit from eating healthfully.

💚But what foods should you consider eating to keep your brain happy and healthy?

#HealthyBarnsley #BecauseWeAllCare

Plain packaging? ✔️
And you can do it yourself? ✔️
Yep, it really is that simple. 💙

#NationalHIVTestingWeek is a perfect time to check up on your body
Order your FREE test now 👉https://ow.ly/IZMj50UVxru

#HealthyBarnsley #BecauseWeAllCare

💙What have Healthwatch Barnsley been doing from October to December?

💚Learn how we're helping Barnsley people be heard in healthcare decisions in our latest e-newsletter: 👇
www.healthwatchbarnsley.org.uk/.../e-newsle....

#BecauseWeAllCare #YourVoiceCounts #HealthyBarnsley