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World COPD Day - 19th November 2025

COPD AWARENESS WALK 🚶

Bonding with your baby is about more than cuddles – it’s the start of a lifelong relationship 💞 Whether it’s eye contact, talking, or responding to their needs, every small moment counts.

Discover simple ways to build a strong, loving connection:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/start-for-life/baby/baby-basics/bonding-with-your-baby/building-a-close-relationship-with-your-baby/

📣 FINAL REMINDER!

Join us at the Barking & Dagenham Carnival TODAY Saturday 12 July 🎊

🎈Come to the Together First CIC stall to:
✅ Talk to a friendly nurse about any vaccine concerns
✅ Get info on FREE vaccines like MMR (gelatine-free version available too!)
✅ Learn how to book out-of-hours GP appointments

🎶 Dance, music, food, fun – and better health for our community.

We’re here for you. Don’t miss it!



📍 Barking Town Square, IG11 7NB | 1:00–6:30PM

📅 Need to see a doctor but can’t get an appointment?

Come visit the Together First CIC stall at the B&D Carnival this Saturday 12 July!

💙 We’ll help you:

Book evening or weekend GP appointments
Access Enhanced Access Hubs across Barking & Dagenham
Learn about FREE childhood vaccines like MMR
Plus: amazing music, food, dance, and a joyful celebration of Caribbean culture! 🥁🌴



📍 Barking Town Square, IG11 7NB | 1PM to 6:30PM

🤒 High fever, sore throat and a red rash? It could be scarlet fever – a highly contagious infection that mostly affects children.

📋 Early treatment with antibiotics can help stop it spreading and speed up recovery.
Know the signs and what to do:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/scarlet-fever/

📣 Did you know? MMR vaccine uptake is too low in our community.

🧒🏽 MMR protects children from measles, mumps and rubella – and it’s completely FREE.

🩺 Come see us at the Together First CIC stall at B&D Carnival on Saturday 12 July to:

Talk to a nurse
Get advice about vaccines
Ask for the gelatine-free version if you need it
Let’s keep our children safe – it starts with a simple chat. 💬



📍 Barking Town Square, IG11 7NB – From 1PM to 6:30PM

🎉 Come celebrate 10 years of the Barking & Dagenham Carnival with us this Saturday 12 July from 1PM to 6:30PM! 💃🏽🎶

📍 Visit the Together First CIC stall to:

Chat with an NHS nurse 👩🏽‍⚕️
Ask about your child’s MMR vaccine or other routine jabs
Find out how to book evening & weekend GP appointments

✨ The MMR vaccine is FREE, and a gelatine-free option is available if needed.

Let’s celebrate Caribbean culture, enjoy live music, food, dance and support our community’s health together. ❤️



📍 Barking Town Square, IG11 7NB

Melanoma is a serious type of skin cancer – but spotting the signs early can save lives. 🌞 🚨 Look out for changes in moles: size, shape, colour, or if they bleed or itch.

Know what to check and when to seek help:
👉 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/melanoma-skin-cancer/

Protect your skin. Protect your future. 💛