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Humber and North Yorkshire is a place to be celebrated

That’s why we have created Let’s Get Talking – to share it with you. We celebrate the people, places and potential that our area has to offer.

Created by those working in the NHS across our area – Let’s Get Talking brings you top tips to leading a healthier lifestyle, improving your wellness and highlights of the region as well as inspiring guest blogs.

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Gemma Willingham-Storr, the HNY ICB Programme Lead for Dementia and Older Adult Mental Health

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“Why would you jump out of a perfectly functioning airplane?”

Last year I embarked on a life changing journey when I accessed trauma therapy via the Resilience Hub. I promised myself that once I’d finished therapy, I was going to set myself a fear-inducing challenge to celebrate how far I’d come.

A close up of people hands sitting whilst chatting in a therapy session

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Quitting smoking doesn’t have to be stressful

Everyone knows smoking is a major threat to physical health. But what about its impact on your mental well-being?

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Anyone for a Book and Brew?

How we will be exploring the advantages of adopting a plant-based lifestyle.

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Let’s keep it healthy this Pancake Day

Pancake Day is nearly upon us, it can be really tempting to head for the chocolate spread and extra spoon of sugar, but it’s easy to enjoy pancakes as part of a balanced diet without feeling the guilt.

Cartoon style character of girl sat next to a piggy bank on a hill with blue sky to promote stop smoking for better mental health and more money

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New Year, New You: Swap Smoking for a Mental Health Boost in 2024

Smoking might feel like a temporary stress reliever, but it’s actually a vicious cycle. Nicotine messes with your brain, leaving you craving more and more, leading to those anxious, irritable feelings when you don’t have a cigarette. This cycle keeps you trapped, while quitting sets you free.

Female in wetsuit alongside the river Humber after completing the Humber swim

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Embracing the Chill: Cold Water Swimming

Cold water swimming isn’t just about braving the chill; it comes with a host of health benefits too!

Dr Abbie Brooks, taking part in the London Marathon

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On your marks for the Yorkshire Marathon

Across Yorkshire runners of all ages are following exercise plans, preparing their sports kits, and limbering up for a major running event taking pace this weekend.

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World Mental Health Day

Talking is good for your mental health. And talking about mental health is important.

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Let’s get a better nights sleep

If Friday hasn’t come soon enough and your big weekend plans all involve your duvet, maybe tiredness is becoming an issue.

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Know Your Numbers

Celebrating the importance of Know Your Numbers week. A national campaign to raise awareness about the importance of checking your blood pressure, especially for those who are over the age of 40.

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Celebrating World Breastfeeding Week

Breastfeeding is one of the most natural and fundamental acts that connect a mother and her child. To celebrate Breastfeeding Awareness Week three local mums share their journey.

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Let’s get cycling!

To celebrate national bike week on 5 June, Iquo talks about how having a back injury introduced her to the love of cycling, and how she continues to enjoy the benefits of exercise and being outdoors.