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Lung cancer is one of the most common type of cancer
Around 47,000 people are diagnosed with the condition in the UK every year.
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Empowering people and communities to look after themselves better
We all know we need to look after ourselves better, but that's not always easy. Read our review of a project that's been helping people in Folkestone & Gravesend to manage their own blood pressure.
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Making it easier for you to get your Covid jab
The NHS are making it as easy as possible to get your latest Covid booster by bringing it close to you.
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Do you know what your pituitary gland is?
Your pituitary gland is about the size of a pea and is situated in the bony hollow, just behind the bridge of your nose.
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Food vouchers for families
If you’re entitled to free school meals, then you’ll be delighted to hear that the vouchers have been extended. Not only are vouchers being given out for this October half term but will also cover the next three school holidays.
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Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in the UK.
Most women diagnosed with breast cancer are over the age of 50, but younger women and men can also get breast cancer.
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Do you have osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is a health condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break.
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Healthwatch Kent comments on the Kirkup Review
Today the Government has published the outcome of the Kirkup review following an independent investigation into management and care provided by the maternity and neonatal services at East Kent Hospitals.
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Listening to families of children with disabilities
It's estimated that 6% of people living in Kent are young people who have a disability. Most of them will have experience of using multiple health and social care services.
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Testing your knowledge for World Menopause Day
Menopause is when your periods stop due to lower hormone levels. This usually happens between the ages of 45 and 55.
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Helping people who are homeless to see a GP
Every day people contact us because they are unable to register with a GP in Kent.
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