Enabling people in east Tower Hamlets to be active, eat well and stay connected through free and low-cost local activities, groups and health support.
Tower Hamlets, London
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Free flu and COVID-19 jabs for eligible adults, plus free blood pressure and glucose checks for everyone. Come along to a Winter of Wellbeing session in #TowerHamlets.
No need to book. Dates and eligibility: tinyurl.com/THWinterofWellbe…
#WinterOfWellbeing #FluJab #CovidJab
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Join us for a FREE community festival at Bromley by Bow Centre!
📅 Wednesday 5 August
⏰ 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Bromley by Bow Centre, St Leonard's Street, London E3 3BT
Bring your family, friends, and neighbours for an afternoon packed with fun, wellbeing, and community spirit!
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Myth: willpower alone is enough to quit.
Fact: with the right support and stop-smoking aids, you're up to 3x more likely to quit for good. Free help is available right here in your borough. 👉 0207 882 8230
☀️Four free community festivals across #TowerHamlets this August☀️
Music, face painting, bouncy castles and local organisations to help you discover what's on near you.
No need to book - just turn up!
Full dates and details at tinyurl.com/SOW-26
#SummerOfWellbeing
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🎉 Introducing the Young Health Hub (YHH) – the new name for Tower Hamlets’ public health service for children and young people aged 5–19, co-produced with local young people.
We celebrated at a launch event for the community.
Find out more 👉 orlo.uk/qTuyh
ALT A woman stands behind a table with 'Young Health Hub' branding and an 'ECHO WALL' display board with balloons.
ALT A face painter applying a design to a young woman's arm inside a building.
ALT A woman and a young boy sitting at a table, both focused on colouring sheets with felt-tip pens.
ALT A flipchart on an easel titled 'What are the System Challenges Young People face today?' with sticky notes and balloons.
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As temperatures remain high, keep an eye on elderly or vulnerable neighbours, friends and family who may need extra support.
Planning ahead can help you to #BeatTheHeat. ☀️🌡️
ALT Infographic from Tower Hamlets council with four tips on how to beat the heat, illustrated with icons and text.
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Are you caring for an older adult in the Chinese, Vietnamese, Somali or Jewish community? We’re looking to hear about your experiences with health and care services: what’s working, what isn’t, and what could be better. Share your thoughts: bit.ly/4sA9EtR
After a really positive response to the taster sessions, Community Tennis for Health returns as a 10-week programme.
Poplar Rec
11 May–20 July (no session 25 May)
10–11am
📋Register interest: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/h0AB…
🔗More info: tinyurl.com/TennisForHealth
Need help using your phone for GP services?
Tap into Health sessions support people to use the NHS App.
📍Tues 21 April – Bernie Cameron Centre
📍Thurs 23 April – Phoenix Heights Centre
⏰10am–1pm
No booking needed. Bring your phone if you have one.
🔗tinyurl.com/TapIntoHealth
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Skipping meals is one of the clearest signs of food insecurity.
Our survey shows this experience is disproportionately affecting Muslim adults across the UK.
This Ramadan, community programmes are working to ensure fewer people go without.
Read the full findings of our survey: muslimaid.org/media-centre/n…
Thanks to @PoplarUnion for hosting our Balanced Ramadan workshop & sharing over 150 of the Healthy Lamb & Veg Curries we made with @felixprojectuk to the community 🌙🍲
If you missed out, check out the recipes here: tinyurl.com/FoodToShareRecip…
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Measles is on the rise in London.
Having 2 doses of the MMR vaccine is the best way to protect your child & help prevent measles spreading.
Please check your child’s vaccination record. If your child has missed one or both MMR doses, contact your GP.
orlo.uk/Yqzd1
ALT MMR vaccine
Behind the scenes, turning surplus ingredients into 450+ nutritious Iftar🌙🍲
Huge thanks to the staff and chefs at @felixprojectuk, @muslim_aid, nutritionist Shaymaa and all the volunteers that cooked and packed meals for the #TowerHamlets community 💚
#Ramadan #Iftar #Sharing
As part of Balanced Ramadan, nutritionist Shaymaa and volunteers have cooked up a delicious meal for the community at @felixprojectuk kitchen.
Meals are free & open to all.
Book a pick up slot 🔗 tinyurl.com/PUfoodpickup
🗓️ Tuesday 24 February
⏰ 1.30-3.20pm
📍 @PoplarUnion
Free workshop on food & nutrition during Ramadan 🌙
Join local nutritionist Shaymaa Mohammed for tips and advice at @PoplarUnion, and take home a free halal Iftar meal prepared with @felixprojectuk
🗓️Tuesday 24 Feb
⏰1-2pm
For more information, visit tinyurl.com/BalancedRamadan
🎾 Free beginner-friendly tennis sessions at Poplar Rec, E14 🎾
For people new to the game, including those looking for new ways to be active and people with long-term health conditions.
No registration needed. All equipment provided.
🔗 tinyurl.com/TennisForHealth for more info
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If you run out of medicine this festive period, there’s lots of ways to get an emergency supply.
You can:
🔸 Visit your nearest pharmacy
🔸 Speak to NHS 111
🔸 Visit a walk-in centre
Find out more: orlo.uk/Pr7bM
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Strengthen your community group’s project planning and funding skills in our workshop. Build confidence, learn key concepts, link them to your work, get answers to common questions and leave ready to make your next funding bid a success.
Book here ➜ bit.ly/4oLvZ5i
ALT Photograph of a plant growing from a jar of coins. Fundraising for community activities. Tuesday 13 January / 23.00 to 3.00pm. The Reach Community Hub, 11 Oliphant Street, E14 0GB. Friday 6 February / 10.30 to 2.00pm / Carers Centre, 21 Brayford Square, E1 0SG. THCVS logo in the top left corner.
Did you know your local Tower Hamlets pharmacy can help you stay well this winter?
Pop in and #JustAsk to get in-person health advice, your flu jab, COVID vaccine, or a blood pressure check.
Find out more & check eligibility: tinyurl.com/WinterHealthMOT ❄️
