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 Spring is finally here
…. So why not take advantage of the brighter weather and longer days to rediscover some of our County Parks and nature reserves to enjoy some fresh air and exercise? There’s plenty to discover for the whole family and it’s a fun way to get fit together.
You could also join any younger family members in this year’s Walk to School Week. Find out how get involved at http://www.livingstreets.org.uk/walk-with-us/walk-to-school/walk-to-school-week-18-22-may-2015
You could develop the walking habit by leaving the car at home or getting off the bus a stop earlier and walking the rest of the way during Walk to Work Week, which runs from 11 to 15 May.
Here are just some of the benefits of taking part in Walk to Work Week:
- Better shape - Burn calories, feel healthier and get fitter
- Clearer head - Blow away the cobwebs and relieve your stress levels
- Team spirit - Create or join a team and enjoy competing with colleagues
- Hidden treasures - Make new discoveries in your area
- Fatter wallet - Save your travel fare and walk instead
- Carbon buster - Cut your environmental footprint
- Save time - Walk during your lunch hour to get your weekend chores done
If you want to take the Work to Work Challenge, find out how at: http://walktoworkweek.org.uk
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Dementia Awareness Week: 17 – 23 May
Dementia Awareness Week 2015 will take place from 17-23 May. Over a third of people over 65 will develop dementia and an estimated 21m people in England have a close friend or family member with the condition, so it is something that is very likely to affect us all. The word dementia describes a set of symptoms that may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving or language. Dementia is caused when the brain is damaged by diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease or a series of strokes. Get more information at: http://www.alzheimers.org.uk/remembertheperson
It’s also worth taking a look at what’s available from your local library: http://www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/learning/libraries/librarymembership/reading-about-dementia
Dementia Friends training
Public Health England and the Alzheimer’s Society have launched a Dementia Friends training campaign to raise awareness about dementia.
The training is quick - you just need to watch a short online video - and provides you with a greater understanding about dementia, including tips to help people with the illness.
 How’s your heart today?
If you’re aged between 40 and 74 without an existing condition, you’re entitled to a free NHS Heart Check-Up which can assess your risk of developing heart disease, kidney disease, stroke and diabetes.
You can’t always tell from looking at someone, but we could all be at risk. The Heart Check-up takes around 20 minutes and can help spot health risks before they develop – giving you the chance to make changes to the way you live so that you can avoid them.
Your GP may be able to help refer you to one of the many services in Nottinghamshire which can support you in achieving your health goals. Contact your GP or pharmacist about a Heart Check-Up.
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May is Action on Stroke Month
The Stroke association works to prevent strokes and ensure people make their best recovery. They fund more research to be there for people to enable them to live well with stroke. Make May Purple for Action on Stroke Month. For more information go to http://www.stroke.org.uk/strokemonth
Mental Health Awareness Week 11 – 17 May
Every year, between 11-17 May, the Mental Health Foundation helps to raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing issues.
The foundation has helped generate public debates around how anxiety, sleep deprivation and exercise can impact our mental health. This year the theme is Mindfulness.
If you want to know more about Mindfulness and how you can get involved with Mental Health Awareness Week go to
http://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/our-work/mentalhealthawarenessweek/
 New services to help you maintain a healthy weight
April 2015 has seen the launch of ChangePoint – a newly commissioned obesity prevention & weight management service managed by public health specialist, Everyone Health.
The service offers personalised care for people seeking support with weight management, with a focus on those overweight or obese and those at high risk of obesity.
ChangePoint is available via self-referral or referral by a health practitioner and is currently based at community venues in Manton in Bassetlaw, Bingham in Rushcliffe, Chilwell in Broxtowe, Ravensdale in Mansfield, Arnold in Gedling, Sutton-in-Ashfield and Balderton in Newark.
For further information, contact 0845 023 0341 or E-mail: info@everyonehealth.co.uk.
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Sexual Health services: next steps
The joint Nottingham City Council and Nottinghamshire County Council consultation to give local residents their say in how sexual health services in the city and county are run ended on 2 April. Your feedback during the consultation will help to shape the new services. Once the consultation feedback has been analysed, decisions will be made about the new services.
The current contract arrangements are ending in March 2016 and a new arrangement needs to be in place from April 2016.
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