I attended a health awareness raising event at Batley East Children’s Centre today, which focused on health issues that are significant for communities in our area.
The wonderful Expert Patient Programme was represented, as was Locala, weight management advice, KNH sow n grow programme to encourage residents to grow their own vegetables, in their own gardens and on community allotments. There was advice on eye health from an optician and Ravensthorpe Community Centre Learning were there to publicise the learning they offer at their own centre and at other locations. The young children were entertained and healthy snacks and fruit were available. Staff and volunteers gave information on local health issues, prevention and identification by health checks.
The event was very well attended and much credit is due to Khatija, the Children Centre manager for that. The best way to raise health awareness is to take it out into the community so I welcome this approach.
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