Paracetamol is the first choice of painkiller if you're pregnant and is still considered the safest choice of pain relief during pregnancy. There is no evidence it causes autism in children. Kate Brintworth, our Chief Midwifery Officer, explains more 🎥

You could be eligible for our free Warm Home Better Health service if you are aged 65 or over, have a long term health condition or are on a low income. Find out if you can get help to stay warm and well over winter 👉 kingston.gov.uk/september 💚🏠

Interested in volunteering? Join our Enter and View Authorised Representative training on the 8th October. eventbrite.co.uk/e/healthwatch-…

October marks Black History Month and it gives us the opportunity to share, celebrate and understand the impact of black heritage and culture. The theme serves as a tribute to the strength and commitment of everyone today and throughout history from the Black community.

Our new research shows most men will come forward for prostate cancer screening, if it were available. We're calling on government to consider men's views when reaching a decision on whether to introduce a prostate cancer screening programme. bit.ly/4gZbf85

If someone is unconscious and not breathing normally, call 999 and start CPR straight away. When you call 999 for an ambulance, you should be given basic life-saving instructions over the phone, including advice about CPR. Find out more ➡️ nhs.uk/tests-and-trea…

A second opinion is when you choose to request the expertise of another healthcare professional after you've been given a diagnosis or treatment plan. Did you know you had the right to this? Check out what to consider and how to request a second opinion - bit.ly/475gLl1

Help build a stronger, safer, and more inclusive Kingston for everyone with this workshop hosted by the Kingston Council Community Safety Team: eventbrite.co.uk/e/strength-in-…

If you need the emergency contraceptive pill, you can now get it free from pharmacies across England — without needing an appointment with your GP or at a sexual health clinic. Find your nearest participating pharmacy: nhs.uk/service-search…

Take 10 minutes to share your views and help us to understand local people's experiences with the NHS app: surveymonkey.com/r/NHSappKingst…

As AI technology advances and social media continues to dominate how people access information, the line between helpful advice and dangerous misinformation is becoming increasingly blurred. Our new blog outlines two actions for the NHS: healthwatch.co.uk/blog/2025-11-0…

During winter people are more exposed to viruses, more susceptible to health conditions and need more care from their support networks due to the colder weather ➡️ healthwatchkingston.org.uk/advice-and-inf…

Temperatures are expected to drop across parts of England this week. Cold weather can have a serious impact on health, particularly in older people and those with pre-existing health conditions. Find out how you can stay well this winter ➡️ nhs.uk/staywell

Temperatures are set to drop this week in London❄️ Don't forget to wrap up warm, take care when travelling, and look out for vulnerable friends and family. 📞 For all non-urgent medical advice, ask your local pharmacy or use NHS 111. 🚑 For life-threatening advice, call

There are many types of harm, but signs of abuse can often be difficult to spot. You can find different signs and indicators of potential abuse of a person at risk on our website: kingston.gov.uk/care-support-f… Safeguarding is everyone’s business! #SafeguardingAdultsWeek

Symptoms of pancreatic cancer are common and can be caused by lots of things. It’s important to be checked by a GP if things don’t feel normal for you. If your symptoms are caused by cancer, finding it earlier may make it easier to treat.