It's #EyeHealthWeek and a good reminder of what we should be doing to maintain our eye health as we age. Advice is to have annual eye check-ups, to monitor vision and eye health. For more info go to the Vision Matters website bit.ly/3tTxGTz @adewilliams.bsky.social @collegeoptomuk.bsky.social

Stigma associated with migraine extends to workplaces. Migraine means more than ‘just a headache’. This week, we'll be challenging what migraine means: join us, share your own experience using #MigraineMeans, and let’s smash the stigma.

We are kicking off #MigraineAwarenessWeek with our brand-new campaign film which illustrates what #MigraineMeans for many of the one in seven people living with the condition. youtu.be/19x0y14g8iI

It’s #MigraineAwarenessWeek - a time to focus on what #MigraineMeans. @themigrainetrust.bsky.social is highlighting the impact migraines have on people’s lives. It’s not just a headache, it’s a complex and often debilitating condition. Visit its website for more. @clivenicholson1.bsky.social

I used to have migraines seven days a week, and tried everything available, including copious Botox injections. After being forced into retirement I finally realised that stress was the problem, and now my migraines are down to three a week. The migraine trust gave fabulous advice.

Individuals want to take charge of their own health That’s why @selfcareforum.bsky.social is encouraging professionals to use #SelfCareWeek to inspire & empower people to take better care of their health and wellbeing. Click here for more: http://bit.ly/2UM6V0m#SelfCareWeek

Celebrating 12 Years of L-W-O Community: A Legacy of Empowerment and Compassion. #Lymphoedema #SelfCare #LymphaticHealth @selfcareforum.bsky.social @pifonline.bsky.social @physiopoduk.bsky.social @nurseeverafter.bsky.social @petraerving.bsky.social lwocommunity.co.uk/so/98PbXmVlX...

It's #eczemaawarenessweek so our #FridayFactSheet is our #eczema resource. Eczema can start in childhood, it can come and go. 60% of children are clear of it by aged 11. Although some people have it for life. More info here bit.ly/2tiBs9K @eczemasupport.bsky.social @helendon-rn.bsky.social

Great blog by @helendon-rn.bsky.social rallying those working in health to see #SelfCareWeek as a national opportunity to empower communities for better health. Read the blog here bit.ly/47GGzG3 @adewilliams.bsky.social @theqicn.bsky.social @nurseeverafter.bsky.social @firogers3.bsky.social

Our #FridayFactSheet this week is "venous disease - looking after your legs". Venous disease is vein damage and there's an increased risk of getting this if you're pregnant, overweight, if you smoke or stand or sit for long periods. More here bit.ly/2tiBs9K @rcnpublichealth.bsky.social

It's #KnowYourNumbers week. High blood pressure is also called the silent killer because it rarely has symptoms. Find out if you have it by getting it checked, many pharmacies offer this service. Or make an appt with your nurse. @helendon-rn.bsky.social @thebhf.bsky.social @adewilliams.bsky.social

This is your 10 week reminder to plan for #SelfCareWeek to help widen its reach and ensure more people understand how to take better care of their #Mind&Body. bit.ly/2UM6V0m @pifonline.bsky.social @copescotland.bsky.social @helendon-rn.bsky.social @cent1pcn.bsky.social @readingagency.bsky.social

August was #WellnessMonth, but why not keep it going all year round - laugh often, learn new things, set boundaries, move your body, manage money, respect the planet, and find purpose. More wellness info here: bit.ly/4lZPTZI @cent1pcn.bsky.social @exerciseworks.bsky.social @copescotland.bsky.social

Our #FridayFactSheet is #menopause! Produced with the NHS Menopause Clinical Reference Group, it helps women understand their symptoms, explores #selfcare tips & more. bit.ly/2tiBs9K @pausitivehealth.bsky.social @drlouisenewson.bsky.social @menopausesociety.bsky.social @menopausefoundationcanada.ca

This is your 12 week reminder to plan for #SelfCareWeek. Whether you want to join with others or go it alone there's lots you can do to raise awareness about the benefits of #selfcare. More info bit.ly/3UrGtbZ @healthwatchyork.bsky.social @thelittlenurse.bsky.social @lancshosplib.bsky.social

It's #FridayFactSheet time and here the spotlight is on #heartburn and #indegestion - also known as #dyspepsia, a burning pain or discomfort in the chest or upper abdomen. More info here bit.ly/2tiBs9K @adewilliams.bsky.social @helendon-rn.bsky.social @drjomaher.bsky.social @rcndcnforum.bsky.social

August is #NationalWellnessMonth and wellness begins with sleep. Good quality sleep is essential for our brain performance, mood and our general health. The #WorldSleepDay website has tips on the importance of #SleepHealth. @helendon-rn.bsky.social @adewilliams.bsky.social @copescotland.bsky.social

August is #NationalWellnessMonth and by practising #selfcare we can achieve overall #wellness. Here are some ways to help our physical and mental wellbeing and wellness. See our self-care factsheets for more. bit.ly/2tiBs9K @helendon-rn.bsky.social @nhsnotts.bsky.social @adewilliams.bsky.social

Our #FridayFactSheet is #sinusitis - caused by irritants such as allergies or infections, acute sinusitis usually lasts 2-3 weeks but some people can have it longer than 12 weeks (chronic sinusitis). More info here bit.ly/2tiBs9K @adewilliams.bsky.social @pcpa-uk.bsky.social

August is #NationalWellnessMonth - a time to focus on health, wellbeing and overall #wellness. Keeping active is a crucial part of wellness by reducing feelings of anxiety and depression. More info here bit.ly/47CMPeO @exerciseworks.bsky.social @wisean.bsky.social @jasonwarriner.bsky.social

It’s #WellnessMonth! World affairs can be very affecting right now, and if you're feeling overwhelmed, our Boosting Fact Sheet has advice to help. Looking after your general health is more important than ever. More info here: bit.ly/2tiBs9K @helendon-rn.bsky.social @jasonwarriner.bsky.social

We'll be sharing details of our #factsheets each Friday with our #FridayFactSheets item. Our "fever in children" resource explains that a #fever is a normal, healthy and harmless part of #childhood. More info here bit.ly/2tiBs9K @miteccl.bsky.social @firogers3.bsky.social @carecityuk.bsky.social

This #NationalWellnessMonth, @pifonline.bsky.social spotlights trusted resources with the #PIFTick ✅ Explore 👉 piftick.org.uk/collections/... #HealthLiteracy #Lymphoedema #Wellbeing @selfcareforum.bsky.social @mind.org.uk @independentage.bsky.social @rethinkcharity.bsky.social @bupauk.bsky.social

Wellness is an integration of physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing and this #WellnessMonth download our #Power fact sheet to focus on your health and wellbeing. More info here bit.ly/2tiBs9K @copescotland.bsky.social @drjomaher.bsky.social @jasonwarriner.bsky.social @adewilliams.bsky.social

@pifonline.bsky.social's PIF Tick is a quality information standard and members have great reliable resources - here are a few for #WellnessMonth from @mind.org.uk @rethinkcharity.bsky.social @independentage.bsky.social @bupauk.bsky.social and @lwocommunity.bsky.social. piftick.org.uk/collections/

3rd PhD study on men with lymphoedema. They face stigma, daily disruption & identity challenges. Our study shows how vulnerability, routine & redefined masculinity shape lives. 📄 doi.org/10.1111/nhs.... @lwocommunity.bsky.social @selfcareforum.bsky.social @theqicn.bsky.social

Wellness is holistic. It’s laughing with friends, learning something new, setting boundaries, managing finances, moving your body, respecting the planet, & finding purpose. How will you take care of you this #WellnessMonth bit.ly/4lZPTZI @helendon-rn.bsky.social @niadla.bsky.social @surreycc.gov.uk

The new collection covers topics from mental wellbeing to living well with long term conditions. It includes resources from - @selfcareforum.bsky.social - @mind.org.uk - Expert Self Care - @rethinkcharity.bsky.social - @independentage.bsky.social - @lwocommunity.bsky.social - @bupauk.bsky.social

We can't wait for #SelfCareWeek 2025! We're starting to plan our activity now so watch this space for more announcements soon. Want to get involved? Check out the @selfcareforum.bsky.social tips below 👇

#GoBig this year with #selfcareweek - start planning with tips from our #8PPlan. bit.ly/2UM6V0m @pcpa-uk.bsky.social @copescotland.bsky.social @pifonline.bsky.social @cent1pcn.bsky.social @norfolkadvice.bsky.social @nottmhospitals.bsky.social @hscwru.bsky.social @theqicn.bsky.social

Great to see this published #Vaccineswork @springernature.com Safe Vaccine Administration. Practical Guidelines for and by Nurses and Midwives Eds. @helendon-rn.bsky.social @helenebedford.bsky.social bit.ly/4mcdLsV @rcn.org.uk @theqicn.bsky.social @selfcareforum.bsky.social @ukhsa.bsky.social

It's #InternationalSelfCareDay and we've been trailing the 2025 theme - #PhysicalActivity. The benefits of exercise are widely known, but 36% of people don't achieve the recommended 150 mins each week. The Mental Health Foundation asked people why. More here bit.ly/4o5GaTf @rhianlast.bsky.social

24 July is #InternationalSelfCareDay and a reminder for us to practise #selfcare every day, 24/7. The 2025 theme is #physicalactivity. We know the benefits of #movement and the NHS recommends we do 150mins of moderate paced exercise each week. @exerciseworks.bsky.social @rhianlast.bsky.social

24 July is #InternationalSelfCareDay helping us understand why it's good to practise #selfcare 24/7 - all day every day to ensure a healthier and happier life! #PhysicalActivity is the 2025 theme, so let's move that body! @greenerpractice.bsky.social @exerciseworks.bsky.social @gmmoving.co.uk

Next week - 24/7 is #InternationalSelfCareDay encouraging us to practise #selfcare every day - 24/7. Led by International Self-Care Foundation - this year's theme is #physicalactivity @gmmoving.co.uk @exerciseworks.bsky.social @haringeycyclists.bsky.social @rhianlast.bsky.social

I'm sure we've all been there - after a rough day, we come home and have a drink (or 2) to "take the edge off." But while it may temporarily numb our stress symptoms, alcohol can boost cortisol which will interfere with our sleep cycle - which is what our brain and body needs to recover and reset.

It's #AlcoholAwarenessWeek and @alcoholchangeuk.bsky.social is reminding us that NHS advice is to drink no more than 14 units a week spread out across 3 or more days. That's 6 pints of beer or 6 medium glasses of wine. More info here bit.ly/4nY3cLZ @rhianlast.bsky.social @helendon-rn.bsky.social

31 Jul is the deadline for #selfcare award entries. Apply if you help support people's #selfcare practise and make a difference to the health and wellbeing of individuals, groups, or organisations. bit.ly/4hJyRfB @clivenicholson1.bsky.social @bmacymru.bsky.social @ippr.org @qniscotland.bsky.social

Along with SCARU @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social we ran one of the largest #selfcare studies. 3k+ people took part, the results showed a gap between what patients want & what professionals think. Read more: bit.ly/3G8FCuM @helensalisbury.bsky.social @rhianlast.bsky.social @helendon-rn.bsky.social

It's #WorldWellbeingWeek and our #POWER #factsheet has advice on many aspects of wellbeing like #exercise #mentalhealth #eating #connection. Free to download here. bit.ly/2tiBs9K @weallscotland.bsky.social @lgawellbeing.bsky.social @exerciseworks.bsky.social @rhianlast.bsky.social

It was an honour to be part of the selection panel for Reading Well for Families and to attend today’s launch. Some of my favourite takeaways: * Books can provide a script for feelings we are not yet able to articulate. * If you have ever read something that made you feel less alone, recommend it.

'Prevention, prevention, prevention is key. Physiotherapy is recommended as an integral part of women’s health, especially with pelvic floor dysfunction.' Sonia Kumar MP highlighted incontinence as 'woefully unsupported' in the House of Commons and the key role of physiotherapy.

It's #WorldWellbeingWeek. #Wellbeing is crucial to our lives & livelihood. There are many aspects including physical, emotional, social, spiritual & financial. This blog by Wellbeing People explains more. bit.ly/3r5JVPL @rhianlast.bsky.social @sprescribing.bsky.social @writeforwellbeing.bsky.social

We are proud to partner with @pifonline.bsky.social and PCI in calling for credible, personalised health information to help people take control of their health - our research shows this is lacking and a barrier to #selfcare and better health outcomes. @helendon-rn.bsky.social @rhianlast.bsky.social

Research by @pifonline.bsky.social, @selfcareforum.bsky.social and the PCI found people are keen to take greater responsibility for their health but they consistently struggle to gain trusted, appropriate, personalised information and advice. Today's joint statement sets out how to change that 👇

It might seem too early to plan November's #selfcareweek. But organising activities that will make the biggest impact will need planning. Ideas and tips here. bit.ly/2UM6V0m @copescotland.bsky.social @pcpa-uk.bsky.social @greenerpractice.bsky.social @adewilliams.bsky.social @rhianlast.bsky.social

This week is #WorldContinenceWeek — an important time to raise awareness and encourage open conversations about bladder and bowel health. We have a factsheet with symptom advice and other helpful info here: bit.ly/2tiBs9K @rhianlast.bsky.social @bladderboweluk.bsky.social @helendon-rn.bsky.social

Have you applied for our #selfcare awards yet? If you support people's #selfcare practise consider it. A £1500 prize pot is available to share with winners. Apply by 31 July. bit.ly/4hJyRfB @rhianlast.bsky.social @qniscotland.bsky.social @nationalvoices.bsky.social @helendon-rn.bsky.social

It's #LonelinessAwarenessWeek and the Marmalade Trust has advice on adding micro-connections to your day, small interactions like smiling at a passer-by help to make us feel less alone. Create some social warmth today. @digitalnursecymru.bsky.social @theqicn.bsky.social @copescotland.bsky.social

It's #LegHealthWeek- a campaign by Legs Matter to put a spotlight on leg health and issues such as #VenousDisease. Symptoms include aching legs, spider veins, swollen ankles and a feeling of heavy legs. See our factsheet for advice: bit.ly/2tiBs9K @adewilliams.bsky.social @rhianlast.bsky.social