Be Clear on Cancer, ‘Breast cancer in women over 70’ 

Nottingham City council is supporting the new NHS Be Clear on Cancer, ‘Breast cancer in women over 70’ campaign.

The national campaign, which  runs over the summer, aims to raise awareness of breast cancer symptoms in women aged 70 and over, informing them that 1 in 3 women who get breast cancer are over 70, ‘so don’t assume you’re past it’.

The campaign also emphasises that ‘a lump is not the only sign of breast cancer’.   Other possible signs of breast cancer include a lump in the armpit, nipple changes, changes to the skin of the breast, changes to breast shape or size.  If a woman has any of these symptoms, she should contact her doctor straight away.

For further information visit www.nhs.uk/breastcancer70

Shake it up and get active with Change4Life and Disney this summer 

Parents looking for ways to keep their children entertained and physically active throughout the summer holiday are being urged to sign up to this year’s Change4Life 10 Minute Shake Up campaign.

The new 10 Minute Shake Up campaign uses popular Disney characters alongside recognisable Change4Life animations to get children doing fun 10 minute bursts of exercise. Children need at least 60 minutes of exercise each day, either in one session or through shorter bursts of 10 minute activity.

The Change4Life 10 Minute Shake Up game allows children in the city to join one of four Disney teams: Frozen, Toy Story, Monsters and Big Hero 6 and help their team win by doing as many Shake Ups as they can every day.

Look out for the 10 Minutes Shake Ups at the Riverside Festival on 1st August.

Find out more at: https://www.nhs.uk/10-minute-shake-up 

World Breastfeeding Week 1 – 7 August

We’re reminding families about the benefits of breastfeeding and encouraging local businesses and venues to become breastfeeding friendly places, welcoming mums who wish to feed their babies.

Breastfeeding has many benefits

·       Breast milk is the only natural food designed for babies and gives them the best start in life

·         Breast milk provides health benefits for both mother and child.

·         Breastfeeding protects babies from infections and diseases

·         Breastfeeding leads to fewer chest and ear infections

·         It’s free – infant formula, the sterilising equipment and feeding equipment can be costly

·         It’s available whenever and wherever baby needs a feed

·         It’s the right temperature

·         It can build a strong physical and emotional bond between mother and baby

·         It lowers mothers’ risk of getting breast and ovarian cancer

·         It naturally burns up to 500 calories a day!

Find out more about breastfeeding.

Have fun and be safe this summer

Schools break up soon and the long summer holiday beckons. It’s time for families to get together and enjoy the break. And here are a few tips to remind not to let any mishaps spoil your summer.

Beaches, ponds, pools and rivers - when it gets hot the kids want to keep cool. But keep an eye on them when they’re around water. Make ponds safe so that toddlers can’t fall in. Rivers can look inviting, but they can be dangerous. You can’t tell how deep they are or what the currents are like. And jumping into cold water on a hot day can shock the system and cause serious problems. Keep the family safe around swimming pools and make sure there’s a lifeguard on duty if you’re swimming in the sea.

Hot weather - remember that children, older people and pets need to be protected from the sun. Shade, loose clothing and sunscreen are the best ways to enjoy the sun safety and remember to keep pets out of the heat and give them plenty of water.

Equipment – check over any outdoor play or sports equipment that may not have been used for a while to make sure it’s in good working order. Make sure those trampolines, swings, slides and loungers are all ready for another season of use.

Barbeques - everyone loves a barbeque! Make sure you enjoy yours by cooking the food properly and thoroughly. Food that isn’t cooked right through can cause food poisoning. And never use lighter fuel or any other flammable fluid on your barbeque. Give yourself plenty of time to get the barbeque going. You can always offer your guests lots of healthy, hearty salads or dips while they’re waiting for the cooked food.

Find more safety tips.