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Ask the GP: smoking Q&As
GP Dr Michael Apple answers some of your queries about quitting and the health risks of smoking. I smoke fewer than five a day. What's the harm in that? Almost a third of smokers smoke fewer than 10 a day and often don't see the point…Beach safety
Every summer, lifeguards respond to thousands of incidents on UK beaches. To stay safe at the seaside, be informed about the dangers and follow these simple tips. In 2014, lifeguards from the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) responded to 17,050 incidents, helping more than 19,350 people in difficulty on some…Cost of Living Support
Find out what support is available to help with the cost of living. This includes income and disability benefits, bills and allowances, childcare, housing and travel. Additional Links: Find cost of living information from your local area Oxfordshire County CouncilCherwell District CouncilWest Oxfordshire District CouncilOxford…Does the 'five-second rule' really work?
We've all done it - dropped some food on the floor, picked it up, given it a quick wipe and put it in our mouth. The theory is that if food dropped on the floor is picked up quickly enough, it's safe to eat. While some people are…Health Visitors
Health visitors are registered nurses/midwives who have additional training in community public health nursing. We provide a professional public health service based on best evidence of what works for individuals, families, groups and communities; enhancing health and reducing health inequalities through a proactive, universal service…Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF): Information for Families
The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme provides eligible children and young people with free holiday activities and food in the long school holidays. Oxfordshire County Council has been awarded funding from the Department for Education to deliver a Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme…New service helps children and families make sustainable lifestyle changes to maintain a healthy weight
Families in Oxfordshire can benefit from a new service that helps get the whole family moving more and making healthier lifestyle choices together.Gloji Energy is a new child weight management programme run by Achieve Oxfordshire, a service funded by Oxfordshire County Council. It provides free…Paying for Childcare
Upcoming changes to Childcare support As announced in the Spring Budget 2023 the financial support that is available to parents to help with the cost of childcare is increasing. These include major changes to make it easier for parents with childcare responsibilities to move into…Recognising the signs of domestic violence
Anybody can experience domestic abuse. Find out how to recognise the signs. If you're worried someone might see you have been on this page, find out how to cover your tracks online. Anybody can be affected by domestic abuse and anybody can be an abuser. "Domestic…