In the UK, one in five men dies before reaching the age of 65. Certain groups, including those who are unemployed and men from specific ethnic backgrounds, are more at risk than others. Men’s Health Week aims to address this by giving all boys and men the information and support they need to live healthier, longer and more fulfilling lives.
Lambeth resident insights to inform the development of online sexual health services in Lambeth and across London.
London Boroughs are working together to improve the sexual and reproductive health of everyone in the capital. The London Sexual Health Programme is looking for young people and adults who live, work, or are currently studying in London to complete a brief and anonymous online survey about how they’ve used in-person and online sexual health services, how that experience has been been for them, and any suggestions they have for improvement.
February is Heart month – a yearly campaign highlighting the importance of heart disease and the ways to reduce your risk. Data shows that just over 34% of Lambeth adults have higher than average blood pressure and left untreated it can be fatal.
Measles outbreaks have been reported across the country, including cases in London, impacting children, teenagers, young people and unvaccinated/under-vaccinated communities.
Measles is more than just a rash, and can lead to serious complications for some people. One in five children with measles will need a hospital visit and it can cause serious problems in some people if it spreads to other parts of the body, such as the lungs or the brain.