Author: Charlene Smith

Liverpool City Council has expressed its excitement over the increase in the distribution of home-testing kits intended for the early detection of bowel cancer among its residents. The NHS recently broadened its bowel cancer screening program to include individuals aged 50 and above, a change from the previous age limit of 60. This development is… Continue reading Lifesaving Bowel Cancer Tests for People 50 and Over

Liverpool has achieved a significant milestone in public health by reporting a notable decrease in sexually transmitted infection (STI) rates. Recent data demonstrates a 21.1% drop in STIs diagnosed in Liverpool over the past year, resulting in 1,421 fewer cases. This reduction is especially evident in gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis diagnoses. One of the significant… Continue reading Liverpool Leads the Way in Improving Sexual Health

Liverpool City Council is in the process of developing a fresh approach to supporting unpaid carers in the city with a new Carers Strategy. They are actively seeking input from residents and carers to shape the future of these support services. One of the individuals sharing their experience is Lynne, a dedicated carer from Liverpool… Continue reading BLOG “Shaping Support Together” – Lynne’s Story as an Unpaid Carer

Liverpool City Council is reaching out to the community during Carers Week (June 9 – 15) to encourage feedback on a new Strategy aimed at enhancing support for unpaid caregivers. The Council is interested in hearing thoughts on its draft All-Age Strategy, which is intended to influence future services across Liverpool. Carers Week serves as… Continue reading Help Shape the Future of Carer Support in Liverpool

Liverpool City Council has reintroduced the 24 Magic Months app, an award-winning tool designed to assist parents and caregivers in supporting early child development. This updated version has been enhanced with new content and features, making it simpler for parents to nurture their children during these crucial formative years. Research shows that the first two… Continue reading Giving Babies the Best Start with Improved ‘24 Magic Months’ App

A new nursing care provider has been appointed by the Liverpool City Council to offer exceptional support to residents at the Millvina Nursing Home in Anfield and Brushwood Nursing Home in Speke. After a rigorous and competitive tender process, a 12-month contract was granted to Primary Care 24 (PC24). Their approach, which focuses on innovation… Continue reading New Nursing Care Provider at Two Liverpool Care Homes

In an effort to promote a healthier environment for children and young people, Liverpool is implementing a Smokefree Play Areas initiative. This initiative involves installing new smoke and vape-free signs in 60 parks throughout the city to deter smoking and vaping in spaces where children play. The design for these signs was created by Abbie-Grace… Continue reading Liverpool Play Areas Smoke and Vape-Free Spaces for Children

Effective immediately, businesses in the UK will be prohibited from selling or supplying single-use or ‘disposable’ vapes. This new law encompasses all disposable vapes, regardless of their nicotine content, and is applicable to both in-store and online sales. The focus of this ban is on non-rechargeable, non-refillable vaping products, while rechargeable and refillable devices will… Continue reading Ban on Single-Use Vapes from 1 June 2025

Liverpool City Council is actively participating in Mental Health Awareness Week by emphasizing the importance of ‘Community’ and acknowledging the crucial role of local relationships in sustaining mental health and overall well-being. Research has shown that strong social connections with friends, family, neighbors, or community groups can significantly enhance happiness and well-being, while feelings of… Continue reading Liverpool Celebrates Communities during Mental Health Awareness Week

This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week, taking place from May 12 to May 18, focuses on the theme of ‘Community’. It emphasizes the essential role that our communities play in promoting positive mental health and overall wellbeing. Throughout the week, the Neighbourhood Team of Liverpool City Council is organizing various free activities at Newsham Park,… Continue reading Celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week at Newsham Park