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February 8, 2024

NHS England - benefits of the NHS app

 

The NHS App is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services and information on your smartphone or tablet. Millions of people are already using the NHS App to manage their health the easy way from the comfort of their homes.

If you are over the age of 16 the NHS App enables you to view your GP health record to help you better understand and manage your condition, without having to phone your GP surgery. With the App you can access your consultation notes, letters and test results.

The NHS App also enables you to manage repeat prescriptions and easily change your nominated pharmacy, so you can send orders when it’s convenient for you. Each prescription ordered electronically saves GP practices three minutes of time and a patient 18 minutes, making it more convenient for people and freeing up frontline staff to do other important duties.

Bovington: Breastfeeding group


Everyone welcome.
The group provides non-judgemental, evidence based information and support to parents.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE.

 

February 7, 2024

Northern Ireland: Police Service Northern Ireland (PSNI) Online Reporting

 

If you need to report crime that has already happened, the quickest way to do so is via our website using your mobile phone, tablet or computer. This is available 24/7, is user friendly and enables you to report the crime straight away and receive a reference number without having to wait in a telephone queue.
Each report will be reviewed by an experienced call handler, the same ones who take 101 calls in our control room.
To make a non-emergency report go to https://orlo.uk/325dW

Information provided by HIVE NI

February 6, 2024

Which? scam warning on Safer Internet Day

 

SCAM WARNING

These quizzes might seem like harmless fun but they could put you at risk of identity theft. You could be handing over a treasure trove of personal information to fraudsters.

Today - Tuesday, 6 February 2024 - is Safer Internet Day. This special celebration takes place in February of each year to raise awareness of a safer and better internet for all, and especially for children and young people. Find out more here

Scotland: Childrens Mental Health Week - Forces Children Scotland and Armed Forces Covenant Fund co-produced health and wellbeing resources for young people.

Co-produced digital mental health and wellbeing resources with and for young people from armed forces and veteran families.
Many children and young people told us being in an armed forces or veteran family can lead to unique challenges when it comes to mental health and wellbeing.
They also said civilian friends, teachers and decision-makers don’t understand how the lives they lead can impact how they can feel on day-to-day basis.
We listened and secured funding from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund to work directly with children and young people to make our Your Mind Matters Hub happen.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

February 5, 2024

Bracknell: Coral Reef Waterworld



Coral Reef Waterworld isn't just Bracknell's largest water world, but one of the largest interactive water worlds in England. With a huge range of different ways to enjoy the water, as well as a host of other activities, Coral Reef Waterworld is the perfect place to stay active and, most importantly, have fun. With thrilling waterslides, an erupting volcano, a pirate ship and a variety of other features, there’s something for everyone in the pool area. Meanwhile, the adults-only Coral Spa area is the ideal place to relax and get away from it all.

For further information and opening times please click HERE

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

February 2, 2024

International HIVE (iHIVE) - launch of additional Overseas Location Guides (OLG's)

 

Further Overseas Location Guides (OLGs) have been added to the iHIVE Blog. Existing guides have also been updated.

The iHIVE Blog hosts worldwide location information, to enable Service personnel and their families to find out more about a potential or current overseas assignment.

Overseas Location Guides offer location specific information to give a brief insight into a location, with the facility to fine out more from iHIVE from questions you may have.

Additional Oversea Location Guides added include:
  • Canberra
  • Oman
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Kuala Lumpur
Contact Sarah at our iHIVE with any questions, or visit the iHIVE Blog and view the guides and range of information provided to support Serving Personnel and families worldwide.

For more information please visit: https://internationalhive.blogspot.com/

Togetherall - Self-Compassion top tips

Help for Households - cost of living support

 

Click here to see what UK Government support is available to help with the cost of living and save money with our energy saving tips.

2024 Civilian Housing Briefs from Defence Transition Services


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