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🤒 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/

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. 💛

Your health information is important – and protected. The NHS App uses the highest standards of security to keep your data safe while giving you greater control over your health.

🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ It’s Childhood Obesity Week — let’s get our kids moving and having fun!

Did you know children need at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day, with half of that outside school? From our exciting 10 Minute Shake Up games to a whole range of active hobbies and sports, there’s something for every child to enjoy.

Let’s help our little ones build healthy habits while having a blast! Check out all the ideas and tips here: https://www.nhs.uk/healthier-families/activities/

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Are you a group, service or organisation that offers support with health or wellbeing related issues? Register today on Warrington’s brand new one-stop shop of services and activities for all the family, Living Well Warrington https://livingwellwarrington.org/register

🚨 Bladder cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK, yet many people don’t know the signs to watch for.

If you notice blood in your urine, changes in bladder habits, or experience pain when urinating, don’t ignore it — early diagnosis can save lives.

The NHS offers clear guidance on symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options to help you stay informed and take action if needed.

Learn more about bladder cancer and how to protect yourself: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/bladder-cancer/

Make more time for the important things this summer. Ordering repeat prescriptions is quicker with the NHS App, and if you're on the road - you can choose to collect from a pharmacy nearby, anywhere in the UK. Search 'NHS App' to get it set up on your device.

Make more time for making memories this summer. The NHS App gives you quick and convenient healthcare advice and access to local NHS services, wherever you are holidaying in the UK. Search 'NHS App' to get it set up on your device.

Sickle cell disease is a serious inherited blood disorder that predominantly affects people of African, Caribbean, Middle Eastern, and South Asian heritage.

Key symptoms include:

• Painful episodes (crises)
• Frequent infections
• Anaemia

While there's no universal cure, treatments like pain management, antibiotics, and blood transfusions can help manage the condition.

Early diagnosis through newborn screening and awareness are crucial.

👉 Learn more: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sickle-cell-disease/