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A whole school approach to health and wellbeing celebrated

Barnet Public Health and Health Education Partnership held the annual Barnet Healthy Early Years and Schools celebration event at Hendon Town Hall on Thursday (2 July 2026).

Healthy Early Years London (HEYL) and…

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Time to reflect on your relationship with alcohol?

Alcohol Awareness Week (6 to 12 July) is an opportunity for everyone to reflect on their relationship with alcohol. 

This year’s theme, ‘Alcohol and me’, encourages us to have open and honest conversations about how alcohol may be…

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Move, rest and connect this World Wellbeing Week

World Wellbeing Week is a global awareness initiative focused on improving health and wellbeing in the workplace and wider society, encouraging organisations to pause, reflect, and take meaningful steps that support employee wellbeing.…

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Simple actions can help you enjoy the hot weather safely

In the hot weather, you can look after yourself, your family and the people around you by doing a few simple things.

Temperatures above 25°C can cause serious illness, including dehydration, heat cramps, heat rash,…

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Drink smart during this World Cup tournament

The World Cup is perfect to gather with friends, cheer on your team and soak up the atmosphere. It can also lead to drinking too much. 

Whether you are heading to a pub, hosting at home or watching in the park, a few small, sensible…

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Men’s Health Week: let’s talk about it

This week is Men’s Health Week (15 to 21 June), for which this year’s theme is Men and Pharmacy — highlighting how easy it is to access health support.

As well as being…

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Gambling harms campaign launched in north London

A new public health campaign warns that during the 2026 men's World Cup, the only guaranteed winner is the gambling industry, while reassuring those experiencing harm that they are not alone.

The biggest World Cup in…

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Lived Experience Workshop: Preventing gambling harms in Barnet

Have you, or has someone close to you, been affected by gambling in a way that caused stress, worry or harm? 

We need your voice. 

We would like to understand your experiences and what more can be done to…

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Learn more about your risk of diabetes

This week is Diabetes Week (8 to 14 June 2026), which is an opportunity for Barnet residents to learn more about diabetes, check their…

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How to stay safe during hot weather

With temperatures rising, we're sharing a few simple things you can do to look after yourself, your family and the people around you.

Temperatures above 25°C can cause serious illness, including dehydration, heat cramps,…

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