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Keep blind cords, ribbons, drawstrings, hanging toys and necklaces out of reach. Keep nappy sacks and plastic bags away from little hands.
Follow safer sleep advice and use baby slings safely.
👉 Visit our website for more safety tips for children.
#SmallStepsForSafety
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For more safety advice for children aged 0-5 please visit - cddft.nhs.uk/services/childr…
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💉 Why get the flu vaccine?
Daniel shares why getting his flu vaccine is important and how it helps protect not just him, but everyone around him. 🛡️💙
🎥 Watch Daniel’s story: piped.video/WsT-djwkdaI
Find out more at nhs.uk
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🎉 Congrats to our August Team of the Month!
Huge well done to the paediatric nursing teams on Ward 21 at DMH & Treetops Ward at UHND.
Their work has improved asthma care with inhaler technique checks rising from 65% to 89.5% & personal asthma action plans from 49.6% to 81.6%🏆
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Not sure where to turn when you’re feeling unwell?
NHS 111 online can help you work out what to do next. Answer a few questions about your symptoms and you’ll get advice about the right place to get help.
You can use NHS 111 online anytime, without needing to call.
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Meet John, 81, who was referred to our Community Falls Service after a series of falls.
With home adaptations and a tailored strength and balance programme, John has worked to improve his strength, confidence and independence.
🎥Watch his story.
#FallsAwarenessWeek
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Babies cry, you can cope.
Every parent and carer can find crying difficult at times.
ICON provides practical advice and support to help keep babies safe and support family wellbeing.
#iconweek2026 #iconcope
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🤧 Feeling unwell?
Your local pharmacist can provide advice and treatment for many common illnesses, and you may not need an appointment.
From sore throats and earache to sinusitis and infected insect bites, your pharmacy could be the first place to go.
#ThinkPharmacyFirst
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6 out of 10 falls happen in the home – but falls can be prevented.
There are simple steps you can take to reduce your risk, stay active and maintain your independence.
Whether you’ve had a fall or want to prevent one, visit our website for advice.
#FallsAwarenessWeek
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You know your body better than anyone.
Knowing what’s normal for you can help you spot when something changes.
Having any of these symptoms does not definitely mean you have cancer, but it’s important to get checked by a GP.
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Fathers, partners and male carers play a vital role in supporting babies and families.
A key theme of #ICONWeek2026 is improving engagement with fathers and men, ensuring they receive the information, support and reassurance they need to cope with infant crying.
#IconCope
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We know today’s decision about the breast services look-back may cause worry for some women and families.
To reassure patients, extending the look-back does not mean there was a problem with your care.
Anyone whose care needs further review will be contacted directly.
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The Extra-Ordinary Open Trust Board will go live from 9am, you can watch the livestream of the meeting here piped.video/watch?v=Fptbzxn3…
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Today, an extraordinary meeting of the Trust Board will take place at 9am on Thursday 24 September to consider the future scope and timeframe of the breast services look-back.
The meeting will be livestreamed on our Facebook page & YouTube channel, the link will be shared soon.
An extraordinary Trust Board meeting will take place at 9am on Thursday 24 September to consider the future scope and timeframe of the breast services look-back.
The meeting will be held in public and livestreamed.
Board papers are available on the Trust's website.
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If you're heading back to uni make sure you're prepared. Check you're up-to-date with your vaccinations.
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6 out of 10 falls happen in the home. 🏠
There are simple steps you can take to reduce the risk of falls and make your home safer.
Watch our video for useful tips on how to fall-proof your home and help keep yourself and loved ones safe. 💙
#FallsAwarenessWeek
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🚨 Could you recognise the signs of sepsis?
Confusion, extreme shivering, severe breathlessness, passing little/no urine, mottled or pale skin, abnormal temperature or a fast heartbeat can all be signs.
Trust your instincts. Call 999 if someone is seriously ill.
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