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Get help and advice to live your life well STARTING Well, Living Well and Ageing Well ... all vital to a happy and healthy journey in this world. But what is out there to help and support you, from birth to retirement, and beyond? Actually, if you seek it out, that support is diverse and there is a wealth of it – all waiting for you. However, finding out just who is the right person to speak to or which organisation is the right one for you, can sometimes be confusing for an individual who may not have come across, or needed, health advice before. And, actually, if you do not need such support at the moment, you are more than likely to require it in some capacity as you progress through life – babies, the teenage years, young adulthood and the elderly, these stages bring with them their own challenges and so to know what is out there, just in case, may save a lot of time and worry when the time comes. That is why the Grimsby and Scunthorpe Telegraphs have teamed up with their respective health organisations and councils to stage the very first Living Well exhibitions in the towns. The first is in Grimsby, on Friday – April 25 – at the Humber Royal Hotel, Littlecoates Road, where the doors will open at 10am. Inside will be all you need to know, and more,
The Grimsby and Scunthorpe Telegraphs have teamed up with their respective health organisations and councils to stage the very first Living Well exhibitions in the towns about keeping yourself fit and well, trying to cut down or stop those unhealthy habits and looking towards a fit retirement that you can enjoy. Financial stress can often lead to problems in any household and there will be advice and help for those who need any information in that respect. North and North East Lincolnshire Councils and the Clinical Commissioning Groups from both areas have worked extremely hard to ensure both exhibitions are attended by the right professionals and health organisations, there to provide vital pointers to how you, your family and friends can enjoy and healthy lifestyle. Please make sure you take the time to visit – it could be a life-changing decision for you! This special supplement will take you through some of the help that is available in the three life stages we have selected: Starting Well (pregnancy, birth and early years), Living Well (adult life) and Ageing Well (into retirement). We hope this encourages you to make the change you have been promising yourself. � A second event will be staged in Scunthorpe – keep reading your Scunthorpe Telegraph for more details.
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Time to take action and change your family’s life for the better LIVING WELL starts before we are born.
Any mum-to-be has a responsibility to themselves and their unborn child to take charge of their life and bring a baby into the world that has the best chance to succeed. And that begins at the point where they decide to have a child, or discover they are pregnant. We are all extremely well aware that there are challenges in everyday life for many and some new mothers will have barriers to overcome to allow their unborn children to “start well�. But what all women need to be aware of is the support that does exist from a wealth of agencies, which are all there to help those who wish to take it up. If you visit our special Living Well exhibition at the Humber Royal on Friday, starting at 10am, you will find a whole wealth of information, advice and tips – all local. One big issue that families will find is the strain on finances a new baby can bring, with another mouth to feed, more clothes to buy and other costs associated with becoming parents. But help is at hand, with a range of
STARTING WELL: Join in our campaign to help you change you and your family’s life for the better, from pregnancy and birth to the older generations. Visit the Living Well exhibition this Friday.
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Any mum-to-be has a responsibility to themselves and their unborn child to take charge of their life and bring a baby into the world that has the best chance to succeed
Stub it out, for the good of your child Breastfeeding is the best ONE of the biggest priorities for health workers is cutting the number of pregnant women who smoke. Latest figures show 24.9 per cent of pregnant women in North East Lincolnshire continued to smoke during pregnancy in 2011-12. In North Lincolnshire it was 15.7 per cent, against a national average of 13.3 per cent. Smoking while carrying a child has been linked to a variety of problems, including premature birth, low birth weight, cot death, miscarriage, breathing problems/ wheezing. Likewise, drinking when pregnant or trying to conceive can be harmful. Women are advised to not drink in the first three months because there may be an increased risk of miscarriage. Alcohol passes through the placenta and can affect the baby’s development. Excessive drinking can also lead to premature birth, low birth weight and impact on the development of the child. If you do decide to drink, make sure you do not drink more than one or two units, just once or twice a week. � To get help to quit smoking, call 0845 6032166 or visit www.freedomfromsmoke.co.uk/ pregnancyfaq.php
FROM protecting your baby against disease, to helping you shed a few pounds, breastfeeding is the smart choice for new mums. The Department of Health recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life, as a mother’s milk is not just food, it’s packed with nutrients, enzymes, antibodies and other properties that protect babies. In North East Lincolnshire, the number of women breastfeeding is under the national average. A spokeswoman for North East Lincolnshire Council’s breastfeeding support team said as well as helping mums to bond with their babies, it can help protect against a wide range of infections, allergies, diseases and conditions, from eczema to obesity. It can also help you, too. Not only can it help mums shift the post-baby weight – as it burns at least 500 calories a day – it helps protect against ovarian and breast cancers and osteoporosis. Of course, another bonus is
you don’t have to worry about shelling out for expensive formulas and equipment, or spend hours cleaning and sterilising bottles. And it’s always ready when your baby is hungry. However, while for some it comes naturally, other mums may need a bit of help. It’s nothing to be embarrassed about and a host of support groups are available. Businesses in North East Lincolnshire are also encouraged to sign up to the Breastfeeding Welcome initiative, which allows mums to see at a glance if they are welcome to breastfeed. Participating venues are sent a certificate and sticker. � To find out more, log on to www.nelincs.gov.uk and search breastfeeding welcome, or call 01472 326232. � For more on a special Babes (Babies and Breasfeeding Extra Support) team at Scunthorpe General Hospital in North Lincolnshire call 07900 567052.
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MOST young children have by Sarah Carey some injuries and accidents. Health Reporter
Most will be minor but it’s sensible to know what to do if the accident or injury is more serious. Start by learning some basic first aid or revise what you already know. NHS Choices provides an online resource at nhs.uk/conditions/ accidents-to-children-in-the-home/pages/ how-to-prevent-accidents.aspx If an accident happens to your child it can be difficult to know when to call an ambulance and when to take your child to accident and emergency. Use the following as a guide. Call 999 if your child: ● Stops breathing. ● Is struggling for breath (for example, you may notice sucking in under the ribcage). ● Is unconscious or seems unaware of what’s going on. ● Won’t wake up. ● Has a fit for the first time, even if they seem to recover. Take your child to the Emergency Centre at hospital if they: ● Have a fever and are persistently lethargic despite having paracetamol or ibuprofen. ● Are having difficulty breathing (breathing fast, panting or are very wheezy). ● Have severe abdominal pain. ● Have a cut that won’t stop bleeding or is gaping open. ● Have a leg or arm injury and can’t use the limb. ● Have swallowed a poison or tablets. If you’re worried about your child’s injuries and not sure if they need medical help, call NHS
Concerns about baby, then call the midwife! COMMUNITY midwives are there for mums-to-be from the moment they discover they are pregnant. North East Lincolnshire Midwife Victoria Wilkins explained: “There are many emotions felt when you see a positive pregnancy test result, be it completely unexpected or something you have been waiting for. “No matter how you are feeling the best person to contact when you find out you’re pregnant is your midwife, who will walk beside you on your journey through pregnancy, childbirth and beyond. “Grimsby, Louth and surrounding area midwives and their support workers can be contacted from 9am to 5pm every day of the week for support and advice. “We can point you in the right direction with regards to vitamins and minerals such as folic acid, advise you on the correct foods to eat or avoid and what symptoms of pregnancy are normal/abnormal and how to manage them. “We will give you an appointment to see the midwife for booking in and to arrange your first scan where you will see your baby for the first time. “We can also help with referrals to appropriate services such as stop smoking and healthy lifestyle support.” The community midwife team for North East Lincolnshire can be contacted on 01472 875548.
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111. If you’re unsure whether you should move your child, make sure they’re warm then call 999. With burns and scalds in children, immediately put the burn or scald under running cold water to reduce the heat in the skin. Don’t do this for longer than 10 minutes as babies and toddlers can get too cold. If there’s no running water, immerse the burn or scald in cold water or any other cool fluid, such as milk or another cold drink. Use something clean and non-fluffy, like a cotton pillowcase, linen tea towel or cling film, to cover the burn or scald.This will reduce the danger of infection. If your child’s clothes are stuck to the skin, don’t try to take them off. Don’t put butter, toothpaste, oil or ointment on a burn or scald as it will have to be cleaned off before the burn or scald can be treated. Depending on the severity of the burn or scald, contact your GP practice, call NHS 111 or attend at the Emergency Centre at Scunthorpe General Hospital or Grimsby’s Diana Princess of Wales Hospital. Blisters will burst naturally. The raw area underneath them needs a protective dressing. Ask your pharmacist or practice nurse for advice.
Two months: ● Your baby will have a 5-in-1 injection of DTaP/IPV/Hib) vaccine – this single jab contains vaccines to protect against five separate diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), polio and Haemophilus influenzae type b. ● Pneumococcal (PCV) vaccine. ● Rotavirus vaccine – although this is given orally.
Ways to wellbeing EVERYONE has a mental health, just as they do a physical health. Our mental health and how we feel affects every part of our lives including our family, relationships, physical health, work and leisure time. Mental health and emotional wellbeing is very important, particularly in pregnancy and early childhood. It is important that a mother develops a relationship with her baby from the time she feels him or her move and she must be encouraged to do this. In North Lincolnshire, health experts advocate the Five Ways to Wellbeing tool – connect, be active, take notice, learn and give. More information about this is available at all GP practices or call 01724 292170.
KEEPING your baby healthy starts from the second they’re conceived. So, while you may already be aware that your child will undergo a programme of immunisation once they have arrived, did you know that mums-to-be are also advised to have jabs during their pregnancy? One of the key vaccinations is for whooping cough. Getting vaccinated while you’re pregnant may help to protect your baby from developing the potentially fatal condition in their first few weeks of life. The immunity you get from the vaccine will pass to your baby through the placenta and provide passive protection for them until they are old enough to be routinely vaccinated against whooping cough at two months old. Young babies with whooping cough are often very unwell and most will be admitted to hospital because of their illness. Pregnant women can safely help protect their babies by getting vaccinated against whooping cough (pertussis) when they are 28-38 weeks pregnant. It’s recommended that all pregnant women have the flu vaccine, whatever stage of pregnancy they’re at. Once your little bundle of joy arrives and has been registered with your GP, your doctor will keep you informed of the inoculations they need to receive. Here is a quick guide:
Three months ● The second dose of the 5-in-1 (DTaP/IPV/Hib) vaccine. ● Meningitis C. ● Second dose of Rotavirus vaccine.
CONNECT: It is important for mothers to develop a relationship with their baby.
Four months ● Third dose of 5-in-1 (DTaP/IPV/Hib) vaccine. ● Second dose of Pneumococcal (PCV) vaccine. ● For more information, visit http://www.nhs.uk/ Conditions/vaccinations. Alternatively, contact your GP or health visitor.
You may be eating for two, but ensure you don’t pile on pounds JUST because you’re now eating for two, doesn’t mean that you have free rein to pile on the pounds. The latest guidelines suggest women gain a maximum of between 1 to 1.5 stone during pregnancy. Those in need of help to shed some weight are referred to the council’s Maternal And Early Years Healthy Lifestyle Service. The team works with them to change their diet and introduce exercise, through one-to-one meetings at local children’s centres. One woman referred to the service said it had
been such a success she had only gained 2lb during pregnancy– and her husband had lost weight, too. North East Lincolnshire’s Healthy Weight Partnership and Lincs Inspire also run activities specifically geared at mums-to-be. Aqua-natal sessions are held at Grimsby Leisure Centre on Mondays from 12.15pm to 1pm and gym sessions on Wednesdays from 7pm to 8pm and Fridays from 1pm to 2pm. The sessions are led by specialist fitness advisers qualified in ante-natal and post-natal care. A spokeswoman for NELC said: “The more active and fit you are during pregnancy, the easier it is to
adapt to your changing shape and weight gain. “Exercise also helps you to cope with labour and get back into shape after the birth. “Exercise is not dangerous for your baby; there is some evidence that active women are less likely to experience problems in later pregnancy and labour. Exercising can also boost your energy and help you sleep.” For more information, call or text Elaine on 07827 231686 or Sarah on 07920 768682. The North East Lincolnshire community midwife team can be contacted on 01472 875548.
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We all need someone to help guide us through life ONE of the key areas for teenagers is maintaining good mental health and emotional wellbeing.
IN ATTENDANCE: Mock GP consultation via Skype will be showcased at the special Grimsby Telegraph event.
Boost health at live event THERE will be a whole host of health professionals attending the special Grimsby Telegraph event at Grimsby’s Humber Royal Hotel on Friday, including: ● Health trainers and health checks. ● The Domestic Violence team. ● Medication management. ● Single Point Access. ● Services4Me. ● Alternative therapies. ● Collaborative education and employment – CV building. ● Advice on paying for care. ● Department for Work and Pensions. ● Mock GP consultation via Skype. ● Children’s Centres. ● Friendship At Home. ● Foresight. ● Care4All. ● Red Cross. ● CERT. ● Community Care Finance (paying for care in older age). ● ExtraCare Housing. ● Community Prevention Initiatives. ● Carers Centre. ● Falls Prevention. ● Cancer Collaborative. Don’t miss your Grimsby Telegraph on Friday, when you can find out details of the help and support available in staying healthy throughout adulthood and into retirement, and how planning ahead can help.
And there are a number of things that can help, including... ● Doing exercise you enjoy – as this releases mood-boosting endorphins. ● Eating a good, balanced diet. ● Cutting down on the amount of caffeine you drink. A health expert working for North East Lincolnshire Council said: “There are things which some children and young people can find particularly difficult to do, for example, finding someone to talk to about their problems. “It is really important that young people realise that we all need someone to talk to and many problems can be sorted without counselling. “Young people just need to be encouraged to share their difficulties. “If a problem is more complicated, most schools and colleges have counsellors, nurses or welfare workers available.” Sexual health is one topic many teenagers feel uncomfortable discussing with their parents – and, in some cases, the feeling is mutual. But, while all teenagers receive sex education in school, there is no substitute for an open and honest discussion with mum and dad. There is plenty of help and guidance on how to have “the talk” and there’s no need to be shy or embarrassed about it. The council spokeswoman added: “The foundation for great sexual health starts with information and education. “Sex education that works starts early, before young people reach puberty and before they have developed
Many problems can be sorted out without the need for counselling. Young people just need to be encouraged to share their difficulties
One of the most formative periods in any person’s life is their teen years – and there will be help and advice at the special events, both in Grimsby and Scunthorpe, for young people and their parents.
IN IT TOGETHER: Those teen years can be a rough ride for some, but there is help at hand. established patterns of behaviour. “Sometimes it can be difficult for adults to know when to raise the issues, but the important thing is to maintain an open relationship with children which provides them with opportunities to ask questions and have them answered when they have them. “Viewing sex education as an on-going conversation about values, attitudes and issues – as well as providing facts – can be helpful.” ● For more information, log on to www.nhs.uk and search for sexual health, or www.sexeducationforum.org.uk. Of course, risky sex is not the only
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potential pitfall teenagers face – and young people who engage in one form of “risky” behaviour are more likely to get involved in others, too. From smoking and drinking to dabbling in drugs, crime and antisocial behaviour – these behaviours cluster in adolescence. The spokeswoman added that now, when young people go for advice on one matter, professionals will speak to them about other areas at the same time. She said: “For example, we ensure we ask about a young person’s alcohol consumption when they ask for emergency contraception.” In North East Lincolnshire, levels of
HELP: Counselling services are available to young people in North East Lincolnshire.
teenage pregnancy have always been higher than the national average, with 53.7 15 to 17-year-olds per 1,000 falling pregnant between 2009 and 2011. The national average is 34 per 1,000 and England’s best is just 11.7. The Young People’s Support Service works with young parents and pregnant teens, giving advice on health and parenting, as well as housing and financial help. They also work with young parents to minimise the number of families breaking down and try to help them back into education and training. For more information, call 01472 325000. ● Counselling services in North East Lincolnshire can be accessed by calling NELC’s family mediation service on 01472 323220. ● In North Lincolnshire, in you are worried about your child’s health, the North Lincolnshire Clinical Commissioning Group also advises that you contact your GP. ● ON THE WEB: For more details of our Starting Well, Living Well, Aging Well campaign, visit www.grimsbytelegraph .co.uk/health
Top tips for parents of children entering teen years – the balance between offering support and allowing independence PARENTS face a number of worries as their children enter their teenage years. Finding that balance between supporting the new young adult in your life and allowing them to become independent and make their own choices, is a delicate operation. Here are some tips on dealing with a variety of issues that can arise. Emotions and depression:
● Look out for unexpected and persistent changes in
personality. For example, if your teen is usually chatty and outgoing and they become withdrawn. ● Depression can have a number of symptoms, from feeling hopeless to unexplained aches and pains. ● Direct questioning can make them feel threatened. Be there when they need you and keep things casual. Chat over a meal in a restaurant or when being a taxi service. ● If you’re worried, be honest and tell them that’s the case. Explain that you’re there if they need to talk and that if they can’t talk to you, that’s fine, but you think they should speak to someone.
● Allow them to make the decision about how and where
to get help, by offering two choices. For example, suggest they go to their GP or speak to a named family friend.
Eating disorders: The most common are anorexia, bulimia and binge eating. If you have concerns your teenager is displaying any of these signs, see your GP: ● A preoccupation and concern about food and gaining weight. ● A desire to lose weight even if they are underweight. ● Letting people think they’ve eaten when they haven’t. ● Being secretive about eating. ● Becoming anxious or upset when asked to eat. ● Vomiting or using laxatives to lose weight. Self-harm: If your teenager is keeping themselves covered – even when it’s hot – or you regularly notice cuts and bruises, they may be self-harming. If they are unwilling to discuss it with you, suggest they see their GP or speak to organisations like the Samaritans
(08457 909090) or Mind (0800 6226000). son or daughter may be on drugs. They include: Help and information is also available at www.harmless.org.uk or the National Self Harm Network at ● Losing interest in hobbies. ● Letting personal hygiene slip. www.nshn.co.uk or 0800 6226000. ● Dramatic changes in behaviour. Drugs: ● Suddenly forming a new circle of friends. There are also signs to look out for if you are worried your ● Spending more money without being able to account for it – or money going missing. ● If you find items such as small medicine bottles, rolling papers, razor blades, syringes, homemade bongs (pipes that use water as a filter, made with plastic bottles and pen casings) or scorched tin foil. If you are concerned, try to speak to them or encourage them to speak to their GP. Alternatively, visit www.talktofrank.com Non urgent care: If you have concerns about your child’s health, always see your GP in the first instance. If it’s closed, then call NHS 111 for advice. For emergencies, always call 999.
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DON’T SUFFER IN SILENCE: Domestic abuse rises from a misuse of power and exercise of control by one person over another.
Speak up about domestic violence
IN North East Lincolnshire, domestic violence accounts for approximately 32 per cent of all violent crime. What is domestic violence or abuse? It’s any incident of threatening behaviour, violence, or abuse (psychological, physical, sexual, financial or emotional) between adults aged 18 years or over, who are or have been intimate partners or family members, regardless of gender or sexuality. Family members are defined as including mother, father, son, daughter, brother, sister, and grandparents, whether directly related, in-laws or step family. Domestic abuse rises from a misuse of power and exercise of control by one person over another. This is usually men over women, but can be women controlling men. It can also take place within same sex relationships. Domestic abuse is rarely a one-off event. If you are living in an abusive relationship, you are probably finding it very hard to cope. If you are living in fear of someone with whom you have had or are having a close personal relationship, you can get help, support and information. This can then help you make choices about your safety. The domestic violence unit is based at Cleethorpes Police Station. The unit is made up of police officers and staff, It’s My Right and North East Lincolnshire Council. The unit is managed by the domestic abuse co-ordinator, and part of their role is to link in with other organisations and strengthen partnership working. The unit also is proactive in working with safeguarding children and young people and work closely with partner agencies within the local authority. ● For more information, phone 01472 324944 or e-mail safer.communities@nelincs.gov.uk
HELP ON HAND: One in four people in the UK are affected by mental illness.
YOUR mental health is important, and some mental illnesses, such as depression and anxiety, are common.
If you have such an illness, it’s important to get the right treatment. However, there’s more to good mental health than avoiding or treating mental illness. There is also positive mental wellbeing. It can be easy to rush through life without stopping to notice much. Paying more attention to the present moment – to your own thoughts and feelings, and to the world around you – can improve your mental wellbeing. Evidence suggests there are five steps we can all take to improve our mental wellbeing. Here are five steps to mental wellbeing:
It’s important to maintain a healthy body, but having a healthy mind is equally as important. Here, we look at improving your health throughout life, as chief reporter Sarah Carey finds out more about Living Well ... ● Connect.
Connect with the people around you; your family, friends, colleagues and neighbours. Spend time developing these relationships. ● Be active. You don’t have to go to the gym. Take a walk, go cycling or play a game of football. Find the activity that you enjoy, and make it a part of your life. ● Keep learning. Learning new skills can give you a sense of achievement and a new confidence. So why not sign up for that cooking course, start learning to play a musical instrument, or fig-
Area’s health trainers are here to help you lead a fitter and better lifestyle NORTH East Lincolnshire’s Health Trainers are able to offer people a health ‘stock take’, to help them assess how their way of life might be impacting on their health and the sorts of changes that might be beneficial to them. For many people, this sort of support will be all they want. But people are not all the same and some may need more specialised help. Health trainers will be able to help people access other support, both from their local community and from specialised services such as the NHS Stop Smoking Services or sexual health services, or advice and support on diet and exercise. Part of the Health Trainers’ role is to be visible and known within their local community. Health Trainers are based in a variety of community locations. They will see clients in various venues around these areas. Health Trainers are: ● Employed by North East Lincolnshire Council. ● Local people with good local knowledge. ● Have undergone a full time training programme. ● Working out of community locations.
Health Trainers will:
● Work with individuals to make a health change.
The service is available to anyone over the age of 16 years contemplating health improvement. The client chooses the change they wish to make: ● Plan a programme with people to suit their needs. ● Help people to stay on track. ● Work on behaviour changes. Health Trainers provide information and support on: ● Healthy eating (nutrition). ● Physical Activity. ● Improving mental wellbeing. ● Improving sexual health. ● Reducing smoking. ● Reducing drugs and alcohol harm. ● Stress and anxiety reduction. ● Or any other health-related area. If you would like to talk to a Health Trainer, call North East Lincolnshire Council’s Healthy Lifestyle and Behaviour Change Services on 0845 4506712 (local rate number).
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● Give to others. Even the smallest
act can count, whether it’s a smile, a thank you or a kind word. Larger acts, such as volunteering at your local community centre, can improve your mental wellbeing and help you build new social networks. ● Take notice. Be more aware of the present moment, including your feelings and thoughts, your body and the world around you. Some people call this awareness “mindfulness”, and it can positively change the way you feel about life and how you approach challenges. Are you worried about your mental health? Difficulty sleeping feeling sad, hallucinating, hearing voices, low self-esteem, mood swings, negative thinking, racing thoughts, self-harm, weight loss? One in four people in the UK are affected by mental illness. Mental health issues can cover a range of things including stress, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, psychosis, schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder to name a few. There are a number of services available across North East Lincolnshire for mental health. Navigo Health and Social Care Community Interest Company is a not-for-profit social enterprise which provides health and care services free at point of use to the people of North East Lincolnshire. “Anxiety, stress and depression are common mental health problems in society as a whole these days and can now almost seem a part of everyday life, however, there is help and support available for people experiencing these
issues,” said a spokesperson. “As well as improving general health and wellbeing, Navigo services for people with common mental health problems are all about encouraging the confidence and ability to get more from the personal, social, domestic and leisure activities of everyday life. “The main service which Navigo offers for people experiencing common mental health problems is Open Minds; practical support for people aged 16-plus who are experiencing common mental health problems, such as stress, depression and anxiety. “The service encourages selfreferral, quick access and positive mental health and wellbeing through a choice of activities. “Open Minds provides care and support for people who are experiencing common mental health problems such as stress, depression and anxiety. Anyone over 16 can access the service and Open Minds encourages self-referral, meaning that anyone can walk into our Grimsby branch and be assessed, meaning people can get quick access to Navigo services. “Open Minds offers a wide choice of information, groups and one-to-one appointments that can be accessed when you are referred or self-refer to our service.” There are many other options available. For more information, contact Navigo Health and Social Care at info.navigo@nhs.net or on 01472 583000. ● For more information on mental health and wellbeing, visit NHS Choices, www.nhs.uk/livewell/ mentalhealth ● ON THE WEB: Visit www.grimsby telegraph.co.uk/health for more health news.
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Don’t worry - staying fit and well is easier than Your GP isn’t always the first port of call many think CALL IN: A wide range of services are available from your pharmacist.
DID you know you don’t always have to see your GP to get medication prescribed. The pharmacy team across North East Lincolnshire is more than capable of dealing with minor ailments, freeing up doctors to spend more time with patients in need of more specialist care. Among the things pharmacists are able to deal with are: � Bugs and viruses such as coughs, colds, flu, cold sores, and sore throats. � Sports injuries such as sprains and bruises. � Stomach problems. � Cystitis and period pain. � Skin conditions such as spots and dandruff. � Allergies. � Aches and pains. � Minor childhood ailments such as nits, nappy rash and teething pain. Pharmacists can also review the medication you are currently taking. The consultation lasts between 10 and 20 minutes and provides the opportunity for you to discuss how you use your medicine and more information about them. This is particularly popular with those with first time prescriptions for conditions such as asthma or high blood pressure. A spokesman for the service said: “Your pharmacist will help you to find out more about the medicine, sort out any problems you may be having, ask any questions and discuss any concerns you may have.� Your local pharmacy should also be your first point of call for repeat prescriptions. You will need to give your permission for your GP to share your information with your chosen pharmacy, but once this is done, when you need a repeat prescription, you won’t need to visit your GP to get it.
With every day bringing with it a new health warning or ‘miracle cure’, you’d be forgiven for not knowing what was best for you. However, the truth is far more simple. Chief reporter Sarah Carey finds out as we look forward to Friday’s special Grimsby health event.
THERE are plenty of ways of keeping you and your family in the best of health – and you don’t need to scan the papers for the latest wonder drug or super food to do it.
Simplistic as it may sound, the key to avoiding falling foul of a number of conditions – particularly as you get older – is to eat a balanced diet and keep yourself active. And that’s it in a nutshell.
Everyone is at risk of developing heart disease, stroke, diabetes, kidney disease and some forms of dementia NHS spokesman
Of course, there are other things you can do to minimise the risk to your health, such as keeping tabs on the amount of alcohol you drink, quitting smoking and not engaging in risky sex or taking drugs. There are plenty of agencies out there that can give help and advice in doing so, many of which will be attending the Grimsby Telegraph’s Starting Well, Living Well, Aging Well event at the Humber Royal Hotel on Friday. As reported, we have teamed up with North East Lincolnshire Council and North East Lincolnshire Clinical Commissioning Group, to make people more aware of how to keep themselves and their families healthy. In the Scunthorpe area, similar events are set to be held, as the Scunthorpe Telegraph has joined forces with North Lincolnshire Council and the Northern Lincolnshire Clinical Commissioning Group. At our events, professionals will be on hand to give you advice about
Free and confidential help and advice for sexual health WHEN it comes to sexual health, in North East Lincolnshire, we’re doing better than the national average. According to the latest statistics from Public Health England, in 2012 just 778 people per 100,000 population contracted an acute sexually transmitted infection, compared to a national average of 804 per 100,000. However, the area does have high levels of teenage pregnacy, with 53.7 girls aged between 15 and 17 per 1,000 falling pregnant between 2009 and 2011. Across the borough, Sexual Health North East Lincolnshire provides free, friendly and confidential advice, testing and treatment.With a main base at Stirling Street Medical Centre and walk-in clinics at numerous venues across the town, there are options to suit all lifestyles. A spokesman for Virgin Care, which provides the service for North East Lincolnshire Council, said: “All clinical
staff are trained in sexual health and family planning and have the necessary skills and expertise to work flexibly.� Community clinics are held at the Grimsby Institute; Roxton Medical Practice, Immingham; Birkwood Medical Centre, Westward Ho; Nunsthorpe Resource Centre; Franklin Sixth Form College and Beacon Medical Centre, St Hughs Avenue. To make an appointment or find out more about the community drop in session locations and clinic times, call 0300 3301122. Alternatively, visit www.sexualhealthnortheastlincs.co.uk Meanwhile in North Lincolnshire, help and advice can be found at www.sexualhealthnorthlincs.co.uk � ON THE WEB: Find out more about sex education and sexual health by logging on to www.grimsbytelegraph. co.uk/health or www.scunthorpetelegraph.co.uk/ health
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She said: “We are doing better than the national average and I would suggest that some of that is attributable to the sustained awareness raising of the Cancer Collaborative volunteers with their Inside Counts campaign. “The thrust of the campaign – which saw volunteers speaking to women about the importance of regular testing – was to encourage women to make time to focus on their inner health as well as their external appearance.� Of course, it isn’t just cancer we need to be on the look out for. If caught early, there is far more that can be done to prevent and manage conditions ranging from strokes to dementia, heart and kidney disease and diabetes. It’s with this in mind that free NHS checks are being offered to everyone between the age of 40 and 74 every five years.
Help to stub it out and kick habit for good SMOKE FREE: Mary and Frode Hogsberg are enjoying a healthy life after quitting smoking.
EVERY year, northern Lincolnshire’s Stop Smoking Service helps thousands of people to kick the habit for good. And those who do seek support on their mission to quit smoking are more likely to succeed than those who go it alone. If you are thinking of kicking the habit, why not take some inspiration from a Grimsby couple, who have done it after more then 50 years of lighting up. Mary, 65, and Frode Hogsberg, 71, put their ability to quit down to the help and support of the NHS stop smoking sessions. Mary said: “The advice and help that we got from the stop smoking sessions
were key in getting away from cigarettes.� David Hardy, strategic lead for lifestyle services at North East Lincolnshire Council, said the NHS-accredited service has a success rate of 61 per cent. He explained: “We’re not here to tell people that smoking is wrong and force them to stop. “Instead, we’re here to help when people have decided they want to quit and are motivated to do so, but aren’t sure how to go about it.� � Smokers should call 0845 6032166, which is charged at a local rate, or visit the service’s website, at www.freedomfrom smoke.co.uk
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online news at www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/health VITAL: Undergoing regular health checks with your GP is a great way to ensure you and your family stay healthy and don’t miss the signs of more serious conditions.
Meet with the professionals at open event THERE will be a whole host of health professionals attending the special Grimsby Telegraph event at Grimsby’s Humber Royal Hotel, this Friday – April 25 – including: ● Health trainers and health checks. ● The Domestic Violence team. ● Medication management. ● Single Point Access. ● Services4Me. ● Alternative therapies. ● Collaborative education and employment – CV building. ● Advice on paying for care. ● Department for Work and Pensions. ● Mock GP consultation via Skype. ● Children’s Centres. ● Friendship At Home. ● Foresight. ● Care4All.
HEALTH CHECK: Get a free blood pressure check and BMI check at the living Well event. A spokesman for the service said: “Everyone is at risk of developing heart disease, stroke, diabetes, kidney disease and some forms of dementia. “The good news is that these conditions can often be prevented – even if you have a history of them in your family. “We know that your risk increases with age, but there are certain things that put you at even greater risk.” These include: ● Being overweight. ● Being physically inactive. ● Not eating healthily. ● Smoking. ● Drinking too much alcohol. ● High blood pressure. ● High cholesterol. The checks take between 20 and 30 minutes, during which you will be asked questions about your family history and lifestyle. You will also have a blood test to
check your cholesterol level. After the check you will be taken through your results and what they mean and given personalised advice on how to lower your risk and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Some people with raised blood pressure will also be offered a blood test to their kidney function, while others may be offered a test for type 2 diabetes. Where required, medication or further treatment will be prescribed. If you are outside this age range and feel ill, call your GP. ● To find out when you are due to have your next smear test, or to book a health check appointment, contact your GP. ● ON THE WEB: For more details of the Starting Well, Living Well, Aging Well campaign, visit www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/health
78.9 The percentage of 25 to 49-year-old women in North East Lincolnshire in 2011-12 who have had adequate smear test screening within the past 3.5 years, according to the latest figures. The national target is 80 per cent and national average is 73.5 per cent
Get moving without having to join a gym WE all know we should do regular exercise, but not everyone wants to hit the gym and spend hours pounding away on a treadmill or lifing weights. However, help is at hand from North East Lincolnshire Council’s Move More Through Active Travel initiative. For the past year the team has been developing a range of options for schools, colleges, workplaces and communities to access. There are a number of projects being run by the team. ● Park And Stride While using your car to take the kids to school may be convenient, why not try walking, cycling or scooting part of the way? Even parking further away from school and walking the last few minutes can make a difference and, research shows, more active kids are better able to concentrate and learn. Park And Stride sites are also being set up with schools across North East Lincolnshire. These car parking sites will be situated no more than ten minutes’ walk away from the school site, so you can park safely and complete the journey in a more active way.
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● Scooter Smart training
Scooter Smart training equips children with key advice to stay safe while using a scooter as a mode of transport, covering both road safety and the importance of being physically active for at least 60 minutes a day. ● Safe Routes To School As more families are being encouraged to walk, scoot or cycle to school, the team is meeting with schools and parents to come up with designated safe routes. This will involve going out into the local community and looking for zebra crossings and traffic lights as well as cycle lanes and school crossing patrol officers. ● Adult cycle training Kids are not the only ones who need to stay safe on the roads, so the council also offers adult cycle training. Healthy travel officer Christian Wallis said: We work with cyclists at all levels, from complete beginners who have never ventured into traffic before to daily commuters.” To find out more, visit www.heartofgrimsby.co.uk and click on Move More Through Active Travel.
● Red Cross. ● CERT. ● Community Care Finance (paying for care in
older age). ● ExtraCare Housing. ● Community Prevention Initiatives. ● Carers Centre. ● Falls Prevention. ● Cancer Collaborative. And, what’s more, FREE day guest passes for a Grimsby health club will be yours at the event. The Oasis Health Club, in Orwell Street, wants people who visit the exhibition on Friday to take advantage of the passes on offer to experience its professional customer approach and unique facilities, including a large fitness arena with technogym equipment, a vast range of free weights and kettle bells along with a suspension training area and personal computerised fitness programmes, which are user-friendly. The club’s instructors are there every step of the way to help you reach your health and fitness goals by monitoring your success and achievements. Visit the Oasis stand at the show and receive a FREE one-day guest pass to enable you to try all of the facilities on offer. Staff will also be offering FREE health testing at the stand including body fat testing, BMI testing and blood pressure testing. Also pick up FREE swimming passes for our pools in Grimsby, Cleethorpes and Immingham.
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One-stop shop for reliable tradesmen ARE YOU searching for tradesmen you can rely on? Then look no further than Able 4 U, based in Annesley Street, Grimsby, a home improvement firm which is dedicated to stopping vulnerable people being ripped off. As reported, Karen Oliver, pictured, set up the social enterprise in 2011, and has established a team of reliable traders, creating a one-stop shop for workmen able to work both in and outside the home. The service is aimed at helping the elderly, widowed, single people and carers to live independently in their own homes for longer, safe in the knowledge that if they have an issue with their property, they can have the work done without having to worry about being ripped off. All the traders on Able 4 U’s books are CRB-checked and regularly vetted to provide the best service possible to residents. From extensions, conversions, driveways and electrical work to gas repairs and servicing, joinery, kitchen and bathroom installations, interior and exterior decorating and house clearances, their services are many. Karen has fallen victim to bogus traders in the past, and is a firm believer in trust. She told the Grimsby Telegraph how it’s important to know who you can rely on. “It’s horrible that bogus traders do it to people,� she said. “It’s very important, especially to vulnerable people, to know who they can trust so they don’t get ripped off.� Karen welcomes any new traders who wish to join her team of reputable workmen. To find out more, call 01472 268890, e-mail able4u@live.co.uk
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Getting older brings with it a whole host of new health issues, aches and pains. However, it’s not all just a fact of life and there are plenty of ways of boosting your health – as chief reporter Sarah Carey discovered. KEEPING your body and mind fit and active is one of the most important things you can do to stay healthy – whatever your age.
We all know that as you get older, it’s not always as easy as it was in your younger days. However, there are many agencies out there that can give help and advice on activities and schemes in your local area, covering everything from keeping fit to meeting new friends. Many of these groups will be attending the Grimsby Telegraph’s Starting Well, Living Well, Ageing Well event at the Humber Royal Hotel on Friday. As reported, we have teamed up with North East Lincolnshire Council and North East Lincolnshire Clinical Commissioning
Group to make people more aware of how to keep themselves and their families healthy throughout their lives. One of the key things health professionals in North East Lincolnshire wish to encourage is for the young at heart to ensure they don’t stop checking themselves for signs of more serious illness. In many cases, the older you are, the more susceptible you become – particularly with conditions such as prostate and breast cancer. To help spread the word, the North East Lincolnshire Health and Wellbeing Collaborative has set up a series of specialist volunteer groups to get out into the community and give advice, help and information to those at risk. For example, around one in three women diagnosed with breast cancer in Yorkshire and the Humber each year are aged 70 or over and this age group also accounts for 51 per cent of all breast cancer deaths in the area annually, latest figures show. Beryl Grant, 72, of, Minshull Road, Cleethorpes, pictured left, was diagnosed with the potentially terminal illness in 2006 and, having won her battle with the disease, she is now urging other women of her age not to be complacent about breast cancer. Her warning followed the launch of the Be Clear On Cancer campaign by Public Health England, which aims to remind older women to visit their doctor if they
spot any changes in their breasts. She said: “People must get themselves checked as early as possible. Have the mammograms. I found it really helped me by talking about it.� Dr Cathy Read, from Public Health England’s Yorkshire and Humber Centre, said: “Don’t assume you’re past it or dismiss any symptoms as a sign of ageing. “Spotting it earlier can make a
arrangements, letting your loved ones know exactly what you would and wouldn’t like before it becomes a pressing issue. For example, almost two thirds of people (63 per cent) say they would rather die at home – yet of the 1,600 people per year who pass away in North East Lincolnshire, just 23 per cent do. And it’s never too early to start planning.
A spokesman for the North East Lincolnshire End Of Life Care Partnership said: “Talking about death doesn’t bring death closer. It’s about planning for life. “Death is one of the major life events and, unlike other events, tends to go unmentioned and unplanned for. “You do not need to be ill to discuss your plans. After all, you never know what is around the
real difference; it could ultimately affect your chance of survival.� If you do find yourself fighting cancer, you don’t have to do it alone. As well as the support of your friends and family, the dedicated team from the Macmillan Cancer Survivorship Service are at hand to support those living with – and beyond – cancer. A spokeswoman for the service
FRIENDSHIP: Attending social clubs is a great way of meeting people and getting advice and support. Pictured are Julie Newsome, left, and Elsie Brown.
Don’t be afraid to discuss your wishes for the end of your life with your family THEY say there are only two certainties in life – death and taxes – and yet many of us avoid talking about the end of our lives. While it may seem a daunting subject, making plans now – while you are fit and healthy and don’t have any major concerns about your health – just makes sense. That way you can make provision for how you would like to be cared for and any specific funeral
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corner. All we do know is that one day we will die and so will our loved ones. We believe that promoting openness and communication are the first steps to achieving a good death. One woman, who did not wish to be named, said she wanted to speak to her family about her wishes to give her “piece of mind�. She said: “My children don’t want to talk to me about the fact I may not live for much longer. I have left
instructions about what I want but I am praying that, when the time comes, it’s not forgotten. “I want them to realise that I want to discuss these things. “It’s not about sitting down and crying, but about getting things sorted. I just want piece of mind.� � To find out more about the service and how to tackle the subject with your loved ones, visit www.neleolcare.org
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HELP IS AT HAND: St Francis’ Church Over 50s Club holds activities and offers advice on keeping active and healthy. Care Plus project manager Martin Wakefield with collaborative volunteer Bill Gwyther offer help and advice. Picture: Jon Corken
Don’t sit in alone ... get out and make some new friends THERE are a host of social clubs run by the Older People’s Health And Wellbeing Programme, held at venues across North East Lincolnshire from Monday to Thursday. The team can also arrange for someone to meet you at the club if you are unsure about going on your own. Monday ● Ashby-cum-Fenby, Church Hall, Main Road, 10am to noon. ● St Augustine’s Church Hall, 145 Legsby Avenue, Grimsby, 2pm to 4pm. ● St Francis Church, Sandringham Road, Cleethorpes 10amto noon.
FRIENDSHIP: Clubs and groups are held every week in the area, where you can socialise and make new friends. ● Solomon Court, Cleethorpes, t’ai-chi and Shibashi from 10am to 11am. ● South Grange St Pius Church Hall, Chelmsford Avenue, Grimsby, from 10am to noon.
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said: “It has been recognised that cancer survivors have unmet needs and that the impact of the diagnosis does not stop when treatment is over. “Research has shown that cancer survivors feel isolated and vulnerable when treatment has finished and they have left the cocoon of the healthcare service.” Primarily aimed at those who are in remission, or receiving treatment for a none-terminal diagnosis, patients can request a holistic assessment is done to ascertain their needs, which can be done at home or as part of their treatment. Of course, health in later life isn’t all about living with serious conditions. It is also important to ensure older people have access to social activities within their local community. And that’s where the Older People’s Health And Wellbeing Programme can help. Part of the Care Plus Group, which is a Community Benefit Society, the group’s main focus is to combat social isolation. Spokesman Martin Wakefield said: “We support older people in setting up and running their own social clubs where they live. “We are supporting 16 community social clubs and two lunch clubs and, on average, 350 people attend these clubs each week. “All these clubs are tailored to meet the needs of the members. Lots goes on, from new age kurling, t’ai chi and bingo to guest speakers and day trips, which allow members from the different clubs to make new friends.” ● ON THE WEB: To find out more, visit www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk
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Celebrating keeping the elderly Snug As A Bug STAFF at the Older People’s Health And Wellbeing Collaborative are celebrating another successful year of keeping elderly residents as Snug As A Bug. The campaign was developed to help older residents find out more about the importance of keeping warm, well and safe over the winter months. And, now in its seventh year, organisers said the latest drive has been the most successful yet. Spokesman Martin Wakefield said: “The Snug As A Bug campaign is a multi agency partnership approach and we work very closely with North East Lincolnshire Council’s Home Energy team, the National Energy Association, the pension service, Humberside Fire And Rescue, Shoreline Housing Partnership and many more. “The team attend flu clinics, shops, clubs and anywhere that older people gather. “They give out campaign materials, talk to people about winter issues that affect older people and encourage people to sign up for free Home Energy checks and pension and benefit checks, using NElC Hot Spot cards. “The team also promotes other winter initiatives, by handing out things like our winter planning cards.” Since the campaign was launched in 2008, the team has: ● Visited 285 venues. ● Given advice on keeping warm to 7,093 older people.
LUNCH CLUBS: Held across area.
Tuesday
● Waltham Social Club,
All Saints Church Hall, Church Lane, Waltham, from 2pm to 4pm. ● Second Avenue Resource Centre, Second Avenue, Grimsby, from 1pm to 3pm. ● West Marsh Community Centre, Beeson Street, Grimsby, from 10am to noon. Wednesday ● East Marsh Social Club, St Andrew’s Church Hall, Garibaldi Street, Grimsby, from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. ● Stallingborough Social Club, Stallingborough Village Hall, Station Road, from 10am to noon. ● Vicarage Lawns and Gardens, leading off Compton Drive, Grimsby, from 2.30pm to 4pm.
Thursday
● Annie Chapel Centre,
21-22 Aspen Court, Cleethorpes, from 10am to noon. ● The Beacons, Solomon Court, Cleethorpes, from 10.30am to 11.30am. For more information, call 01472 232265. ● East Marsh Lunch Club, St Andrew’s Church Hall, Garibaldi Street, Grimsby. A two-course lunch, including tea and coffee, is served at noon. ● Laceby Social Club, Stanford Centre, Laceby Library, Laceby, from 2pm to 4pm. To find out more about the service or the clubs, call 01472 232265 or visit www.collaboratives.org.uk
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Spot cards, with requests for advice and support on pensions, benefits, saving money on energy bills and booking fire safety checks. And over the last winter alone, the team attended 74 events – more than ever before – giving advice to 1,702 people. Already, 239 Hot Spot cards have been completed and there are more events planned throughout this month. Mr Wakefield added: “These events are very successful in getting important messages out to older people, but also our members have a lot of fun in supporting their communities at these events.” ● Look out for more information about the team’s summer initiative, Heat Waves, Keep Cool, Keep Well, Keep Safe, coming soon.
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