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Free online event – Kidney Care UK

Free online event – Kidney Care UK

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Join us on Friday 14 February, 1pm-2pm, to hear from Adele Brown and Sally Tait from the Patient Support and Advocacy team at Kidney Care UK.

They will talk about kidney disease, what causes it, what you can do to prevent or slow the disease and the support available for people living with kidney disease and their families.

There will be time to ask questions after the presentation.

Register now and we will send you a link to join closer to the event.

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Free online event – fibromyalgia

Free online event – fibromyalgia

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Learn all about fibromyalgia at this free online talk on Friday 10 January, 1pm-2pm, with Hazel Borland from Fibromyalgia Action UK. Find out what fibromyalgia is, the symptoms and possible causes and ways to help manage the condition.

We will also hear about the support available nationally and locally for people experiencing this condition. There will be time to ask questions after the presentation.

This session is suitable for both public and professionals interested in understanding more.

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Online event – Carers Northumberland

Online event – Carers Northumberland

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Join us on Friday 11 October, 1pm-2pm, to hear from Hannah Corcoran from Carers Northumberland.

There are over 30,000 unpaid carers in Northumberland. This online session will discuss how to identify carers, the needs of carers and look at how Carers Northumberland can support those providing unpaid care.

Whether you’re a new carer or have been caring for someone for years, this event is perfect for anyone looking for guidance and support. Professionals are welcome too and there will be an opportunity to ask questions at the end of the talk.

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Online event – Northumbria Joint Musculoskeletal and Pain Service (JMAPS)

Online event – Northumbria Joint Musculoskeletal and Pain Service (JMAPS)

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Join us on Friday 12 July at 1pm to hear from Nick Livadas and Kathy Mills who will give us an introduction to Northumberland’s Joint Musculoskeletal and Pain Service (JMAPS).

This online session will give an overview of what JMAPS is, how people can access the service and how it can help people with musculoskeletal conditions or persistent pain. There will be a chance to ask questions after the presentation.

This session is suitable for anyone who wants to know more about the support on offer through JMAPS.

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Online event – Crohn’s & Colitis UK

Online event – Crohn’s & Colitis UK

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Join us on Friday 14 June at 1pm to hear from Ben Rutter and Jess Turner of Crohn’s & Colitis UK. They will talk about Crohn’s and Colitis, and the support available for people living or working with these conditions.

They will cover topics including recent campaigns, policy and research and will also share results from the recent Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) UK local reports in the North East.

This session is suitable for people who live or work in Northumberland and are living with or supporting someone with Crohn’s or Colitis. There will be a chance to ask questions after the presentation.

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Online event – Growing Healthy Northumberland 0-19 Service

Online event – Growing Healthy Northumberland 0-19 Service

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Online event – Growing Healthy Northumberland 0-19 Service

Join us on Friday 8 March, 1pm-2pm, to hear from Rachel and Sam from the Growing Healthy Northumberland 0-19 Service.

They will talk about what services are provided by the 0-19 Service for children, young people, and families in Northumberland, including the Health Visiting Service, 5-19 Service and their digital offer.

Suitable for mums, dads, grandparents, carers and professionals alike, Zoom in to find out more about these services for the children in your life.

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Online event – British Liver Trust

Online event – British Liver Trust

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Online event – British Liver Trust

Join us for our next free lunchtime event where we will hear from Louise Parker from the British Liver Trust.

Louise will talk to us about the UK liver disease crisis and why we need to raise awareness. She will also talk about the three preventable risk factors, tips on how to ‘Love your Liver’ and information about the free support available for anyone affected by a liver condition.

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Online event – Time to talk about cancer

Online event – Time to talk about cancer

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Friday 16 February 2024, 1pm – 2pm

Join us to hear from Maggie Bailey from Coping with Cancer North East who will talk about some of the myths around cancer.

She will also provide information on the care and support available in Northumberland through Coping with Cancer and other services.

There will be a chance to ask questions after the presentation.

This session is suitable for anyone who would like to know more about cancer and the support available, both professionals and members of the public.

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Self-harm support online event

Self-harm support online event

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Self-harm support online event

Join us on Friday 13 October, 1pm-2pm, for our next free online lunchtime event to hear from Jenny Groves, Founder and CEO of Battle Scars.

Battle Scars is a survivor-run charity providing support to those affected by self-harm.

Jenny will talk to us about the myths and realities of self-harm and the services and support available. This session is suitable for people who self-harm and family, friends or professionals supporting those who self-harm.

There will also be a chance to ask questions.

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Online event – Kidney Care UK

Online event – Kidney Care UK

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Join us on Friday 14 February to hear from Adele Brown and Sally Tait from the Patient Support and Advocacy team at Kidney Care UK.

They will talk about kidney disease, what causes it, what you can do to prevent or slow the disease and the support available for people living with kidney disease and their families.

There will be time to ask questions after the presentation.

Register now and we will send you a link to join closer to the event.

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