The new school year is the perfect opportunity to focus on road safety and make sure your children know how to cross the road safely. Visit our road safety hub for tips and free activity sheets for children: capt.org.uk/csw-road-safet… #ChildSafety #RoadSafety #BackToSchool

Schools are back and so are the bugs! 😷 Check out this handy guide to find out when they should stay off, and when they can go back if they are well enough to do so. If your child is unwell and you have concerns about their symptoms you should speak to your GP. #backtoschool

Devices can be a major distraction when it comes to crossing the road. So, please talk to your child about the dangers and encourage them to put their phone down, take headphones out and look and listen carefully when they cross a road. Learn more: capt.org.uk/walking-to-sch…

Do you want to use the My Care patient portal but don’t have an nidirect account? This quick guide shows you how to get set up, all you need is an email, ID and selfie 🤳 💻 If you require more support visit: nidirect.gov.uk/identity-assur… #MyCare

Health and Social Care (HSC) organisations have launched this year’s HSC mental health and emotional wellbeing campaign urging people to look after their mental health to help deal with life’s daily challenges. Find out more at pha.site/HSC2025 #LookAfterYourMentalHealth

Congratulations Natalie on 20 years service! Thank you for all your hard work and commitment to the practice. 🤩

✅ Pharmacists are in a great position to talk to people about their health as they see first-hand how even small lifestyle changes can have a big impact. pha.site/living-well #LivingWell #MoveMoreFeelBetter

Being more active benefits your physical and mental wellbeing. Find out more about why Health and Social Care organisations in NI are urging people to prioritise mental health using the ‘Take 5 steps to Wellbeing’ at MindingYourHead.info #LookAfterYourMentalHealth

Just because #StudentFireSafetyWeek is coming to an end, doesn’t mean the safety advice should. Remember: ✅Don’t overload sockets ✅Don’t charge devices overnight ✅Never leave cooking unattended ✅ Think when you drink - don’t light candles or use electric heaters

On #WorldContraceptionDay2025NI make sure you know where you can get access to contraception. Across Northern Ireland, there are free forms of contraception to help protect you against unplanned pregnancy and Sexually Transmitted Infections. sexualhealthni.info

Have you booked your appointment? If not, give us a call 📞 & we will get you booked in!

October is Positive Ageing Month! This month we are shining a light on the power of social connection. Across NI, Age-Friendly Coordinators are hosting events to help reduce isolation and celebrate ageing well. loom.ly/F1RZYKs

Anyone can be affected by a cardiac arrest at any time. Without immediate action from someone nearby, that person will die. Are you ready to step in when someone needs you the most? Learn the steps to CPR and how to use a defib this #RestartAHeart month:

Very successful flu & covid clinic today. Lots of very happy patients. 🩼 Our dedicated staff are even happy to work on their birthday!! Happy birthday Gail Public Health Agency RCGPNI Department of Health and Social Care

Each year on 15 October, Global Handwashing Day highlights the importance of handwashing with soap and water, especially during key times throughout the day. #GlobalHandWashingDay

👋Come say hello to our Breast Screening teams this week. 🩷 Learn more about the early signs and the services available. 📍Thurs 23rd Oct: IKEA, Belfast 📍Fri 24th Oct: Breast Cancer Now Coffee Morning, Linenhall St, Breast Screening Unit #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth 🍈🍈

⭐ Be bright, be seen. Wear bright clothing during the day and reflective clothing or accessories after dark ⭐ Always choose routes and cross at places that are well-lit ⭐ Where possible, cross the road at a pedestrian crossing More tips: capt.org.uk/csw-road-safet…

Pumpkin carving is a great Halloween tradition. But if your child isn’t old enough to handle a sharp knife safely you can use pens, stickers, paint or glitter to decorate your pumpkin without making a scratch. #ScareSafely this Halloween: ow.ly/FUSX50Xatig

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Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers in Northern Ireland with over 1,367 people diagnosed in 2022. You can reduce your risk of lung cancer by stopping smoking/vaping, maintaining a healthy weight, limiting alcohol intake and being more active.