This booklet has information on 5 ways to a healthier life and the FREE services in Newham to support your health and wellbeing.
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Newham sees some of the highest cases of TB in the UK.
TB is curable. All services are free and confidential.
Tuberculosis (TB) is an infection caused by bacteria. It mainly affects the lungs, but it can affect any part of the body, including lymph nodes (glands), bones and the brain causing meningitis. TB is spread when a person with TB in their lungs or throat coughs or sneezes.
Eating well is a great way to make sure you age well. Eating a healthy diet can stop you from getting ill as you get older, so you can be independent for longer.
As we get older, it can be hard to get the food we need to keep us as healthy as possible.
On this page you can find
- Advice and support for doing online shopping
- Ideas of providers who do pre-prepared meals
- Support for staying independent at home
- Advice and resources on this page for how to eat for specific health conditions.
Our website is filled with advice, guidance and links to services that can help you and your family stay healthy.
Find out about Newham's Family Hubs, Children's Centres and other support services for families.
If you or someone you know needs some help with everyday tasks, there is lots of support out there.
There are lots of support services on offer in you are at risk of or already have type 2 diabetes.
Phone 999 if you are in immediate danger.
If you feel unsafe, talk to an adult you trust.
On this page, you can find:
- Where to go for advice about weapons and gangs
- How to report a crime anonymously
- Where to go if you're worried about drugs or alcohol
- Free fun activities you can join in your local area
- How to look after your wellbeing
The following information will give you support if you're worried about a young person you are working with.
The following information will give you support if you're worried about a young person or are looking for support or are looking for support yourself.