 15 September 2026
 Did you know you can get sexual health support and free contraception at local pharmacies? There's a range of confidential, accessible services available, including:
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The C-Card scheme, which provides young people (under 24 years) with free condoms and sexual health advice.
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Emergency hormonal contraception, available from participating pharmacies for eligible residents.
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The contraceptive pill, available without a prescription through participating pharmacies for people who need to start the pill for the first time, restart after a break, or obtain an ongoing supply.
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Free self-sampling sexual health testing kits, which can be ordered discreetly for testing at home.
Two short films featuring young people visiting a local pharmacy challenge perceptions of what pharmacies offer and demonstrate how easy, convenient and confidential it can be for young people to access these services.
Healthy Hounslow is hosting a Health Action Day at Butts Farm, Hanworth (TW13 5LZ) from 11.30am to 3pm on Thursday, 17 September.
Pop down on the day for community stalls, health and wellbeing checks and advice, activities and refreshments.
You can also learn more about Healthy Hounslow's Healthy Living, Your way campaign.
You can get advice and support on healthy eating, quitting smoking and exercise programmes.
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 Think Well, a new space designed to support young people across Hounslow, has now officially opened its doors.
It's based at Beavers Children’s Centre, TW4 7NW, and will be open:
- Mondays: 4pm to 8pm
- Wednesdays: 4pm to 8pm
- Fridays: 3pm to 9pm
Young people will be able to access wellbeing support and connect with others in a safe, welcoming and non-clinical space that promotes positive mental health and builds confidence.
Taking place on Wednesday, 16 September, National Fitness Day is the perfect opportunity to get moving, try something new and make activity part of your everyday routine.
If you’re a BetterPoints participant, you can earn rewards for getting active at Lampton Leisure Centres. Simply take part in eligible activities and track your progress through the BetterPoints app to collect points, which you can redeem for rewards like shopping vouchers.
Whether you’re swimming, working out, joining a class or simply finding a new way to stay active, every step can bring you closer to a reward. Get active, earn BetterPoints and treat yourself – it’s a win-win.
 Do you know someone that goes above and beyond for their local community? The Council's annual One Hounslow Community Stars awards are now open for nominations.
They celebrate people, groups, organisations and businesses from across the borough. There are no set categories for nominations. However, there is a range of themes to help guide your nomination.
You could nominate someone who brings people together and reduces loneliness through their activities, or a community group that improves people's health and wellbeing with free classes.
The most important thing is the positive impact people or groups have had on Hounslow and its communities.
Autism Hounslow will be hosting monthly Walking Wednesday events for adults with autism and their parents/carers.
The first will be at Kew Gardens at 11am on Wednesday, 16 September. You won't need to pay for entry to the gardens to attend, just meet outside Victoria Gate to join in.
There will be more walks across the borough in the coming months. Email Autism Hounslow for more information.
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Head to the Laxmi Narayan Temple at 1pm on Tuesday, 29 September to discover simple ways to lower your cancer risk.
Learn about lifestyle changes, early detection and more. You can even get a free hot meal at 1.30pm if you attend.
You don't need to book, but if you have any questions or would like more information please call Neelan Sharma on 07584 492733 or Parmod Kad on 07970 535917.
The NHS Lower Your Risk campaign also has a lot of useful information online to help you make manageable changes that reduce the chances of getting cancer.
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 Hounslow Adult and Community Education (HACE) has a number of health and wellbeing courses starting soon.
There is everything from gentle and chair yoga to healthy cooking courses, including a Black History Month special on Caribbean food and cooking for a healthy heart at Christmas.
Check out the HACE website for a full list of courses. Select the Health, Fitness and Wellbeing tab on the left hand side of the page to find the courses mentioned above.
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The Deputy Leader of Hounslow Council, Councillor Tom Bruce, recently joined fellow Councillors to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Mulberry Centre.
Based in the grounds of West Middlesex Hospital in Isleworth, it provides free support to adults affected by cancer, including people with a diagnosis, carers, family members and people who are bereaved.
The Council recently contributed £45,113 through its Thriving Communities Fund to help refurbish the centre.
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This autumn, if you have a child in school they will be offered a free NHS flu vaccination, which helps protect your child from getting seriously unwell.
Most children receive a quick nasal spray vaccine.
A gelatine-free injectable vaccine is also available for children who cannot have the nasal spray, or
where parents choose this option.
If you are a parent or carer for a child in school, you will shortly receive an email asking for consent.
Please complete your consent form as soon as possible to avoid delaying your child's vaccination. If you have any questions, please contact the Vaccination UK team in Hounslow.
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