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Dear Champions,
In our next Forum on November 16th, we will focus on Smoking/Vaping and its impact on our health. We will cover a summary of the situation in Southampton and discuss what support is available to residents.
What is happening with COVID-19?
Cases are still rising in some age groups nationally, so do come forward if/when you are invited for a booster. COVID can still cause serious illness, it remains vitally important that we protect ourselves and our families.
We understand that there will be an interesting news article about flu and COVID-19 vaccinations on ITV Meridian tonight, please do tune in to watch, I will be.
You can see latest COVID figures here.
It is also important to ensure that you, if eligible, have your flu vaccination this winter. Appointments are available from GP practices, local pharmacies or can be booked online at www.nhs.uk/wintervaccinations.
Whilst I am reviewing topics for the coming weeks, do let me know what subjects you would be interested in receiving more information about, in order that I can invite guest speakers.
Have a great weekend!
For most, Norovirus is an unpleasant, short-lived illness with a full recovery within 1-2 days without medical intervention. But it can linger longer and have more of an impact in the very young, elderly or those with weakened immunity.
More info: Norovirus: What to do if you catch it and helping to stop the spread - UK Health Security Agency (blog.gov.uk)
 If you're aged 50 or over, get your free flu vaccine and COVID-19 booster now.
Vaccines are our best protection against getting seriously ill this winter.
Winter Vaccinations
Sunday 13 November
Royal South Hants Hospital, SO14 0YG (9am – 1pm), boosters age 18+ only
Monday 14 November
Northam Community Centre, SO14 5SP (10am – 4pm), ages 18+
Wednesday 16 November
Chamberlayne Leisure Centre, SO19 9SJ (3pm – 7pm), ages 18+
Boots West Quay Retail Park (9:30am – 5:30pm, closed 1pm – 2:30pm), ages 18+
(autumn boosters only)
Thursday 17 November
Boots West Quay Retail Park (9:30am – 5:30pm, closed 1pm – 2:30pm), ages 18+
(autumn boosters only)
Friday 18 November
St Mary’s Fire Station, SO14 0DB (12pm – 6pm), ages 18+
Boots West Quay Retail Park (9:30am – 5:30pm, closed 1pm – 2:30pm), ages 18+
(autumn boosters only)
Saturday 19 November
University Health Service, Building 48, SO17 1BJ (9am – 5pm), ages 5+
The Quays Swimming & Diving Complex, SO15 1BA (12pm 6pm), ages 18+
Boots West Quay Retail Park (9:30am – 5:30pm, closed 1pm – 2:30pm), ages 18+
(autumn boosters only)
Monday 21 November
Taqwah Mosque, SO14 0QF (10am – 4pm), ages 18+
Eligible for a flu jab?
No GP? No NHS number? No problem. Your health matters, not your immigration status.
Visit www.nhs.uk/wintervaccinations to book an appointment or contact your GP.
Weekly Wednesday Forum / Drop in
By coming along to our weekly forum you can hear the latest data, ask questions to the Public Health and the Community Engagement Team and get to know other champions.
When: Wednesday's at 4.30pm
Where: Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 898 1472 0035
Passcode: 724469
November 2022 Dates
- Wednesday 9 November - Drop - in
- Wednesday 16 November - Forum (Smoking and Vaping)
- Wednesday 23 November - Drop in
- Wednesday 30 November - Cancer
WhatsApp:
Have you signed up to our WhatsApp list yet? If you would like to receive broadcasts from us please follow these steps:
- Save this number in your phonebook: 07385 410982
- Send a WhatsApp to this number with your name stating you would like to be added to the broadcast lists.
*please note you will only begin to receive WhatsApp broadcasts if the above number is saved in your own phone.
Facebook:
You can also join our COVID-19 Community Champions Facebook group . Feel free to share links and resources you think may be useful for others to use and ask any questions.
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