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Health Information Week

Monday 20 - Sunday 26 January

Join us for Health Information Week at Idea Store! From 20 - 26 January, we're bringing the community together with over 20 interactive stalls across all our Idea Stores.

These stalls are packed with valuable health resources, expert advice, and initiatives designed to promote well-being. Drop by to engage with local health organisations, ask questions, and discover tips for leading a healthier lifestyle.

Idea Store Bow

Discover the NHS app
Tuesday 21 January, 11am - 4pm
Learn how to use the NHS app, get help with downloading and setting it up, and watch videos showcasing its features. Take control of your health today!

Prevention of Young Suicide
Wednesday 22 January, 11am - 5pm
Join Papyrus for resources on young suicide prevention, mental health, and wellbeing. Find support and guidance to make a difference in young lives.

Idea Store Health and Wellbeing courses
Wednesday 22 January, 11am - 5pm
From fitness to mindfulness, explore Idea Store Learning courses to support your journey to a healthier, happier you.

Woodgrange Medical Practice
Thursday 23 January, 10am - 12pm
Promoting the services provided at Woodgrange Medical Centre

Mind: Mental Health Awareness 
Thursday 23 January, 11:30 - 3:30pm
Raising awareness about mental health and providing resources, guidance, and support to help individuals improve their well-being and build resilience.

Age UK
Friday 24 January, 11am - 3pm
Visit Age UK's stall for information on services that reduce isolation and raise awareness of the challenges faced by older adults in the borough.

Idea Store Canary Wharf

Health Watch Tower Hamlets
Tuesday 21 January, 11am - 3pm
Advice and information to help you stay healthy this winter.

Social Action for Women
Wednesday 22 January, 11am - 1pm
A stall for Social Action for Women will be promoting their services.

Support for Gambling Harm
Thursday 23 January, 9am - 3pm
Free support and resources to help with gambling harm. Learn about services available to support recovery and regain control.

NHS: Gut Health information
Friday 24 January, 11am - 3pm
Visit the NHS stall for expert advice on gut health, lifestyle changes, and bowel cancer prevention. Discover tips for improving digestion and reducing risks.

Woodgrange Medical Practice
Saturday 25 January, 10am - 12pm
Promoting the services provided at Woodgrange Medical Centre

Idea Store Chrisp Street

Social Action for Health
Monday 20 January, 11am - 1pm

A stall for Social Action for Health will be promoting their services.

Discover the NHS app
Tuesday 21 January, 11am - 1pm
Learn how to use the NHS app, get help with downloading and setting it up, and watch videos showcasing its features. Take control of your health today!

Stop Smoking
Tuesday 21 January, 11am - 1pm
Queen Mary University of London’s stall for support and resources to help you quit smoking or smokeless tobacco. Get advice and tools for a healthier lifestyle.

Kooth: Support for Children and Young People
Tuesday 21 January, 1 - 3:30pm
Free digital mental health support for children and young people aged 10-25. Explore resources and tools to boost wellbeing at our event!

Woodgrange Medical Practice
Wednesday 22 January, 10am - 12pm
Promoting the services provided at Woodgrange Medical Centre

NHS Diabetes Information
Wednesday 22 January, 11am - 3pm
Learn about diabetes prevention and care at our NHS Diabetes Stall. Get advice, resources, and support to take charge of your health.

Idea Store Watney Market

NHS: Parent's Mental Health
Monday 20 January, 3 - 5pm

NHS stall for expert advice on mental health for parents and building a strong bond with your baby. Access resources to support both you and your baby's well-being.

Woodgrange Medical Practice
Tuesday 21 January, 10am - 12pm
Promoting the services provided at Woodgrange Medical Centre

Public Health
Wednesday 22 January, 1 - 3pm
Health information and advice provided by Public Health Community Navigators.

Idea Store Health and Wellbeing courses
Wednesday 22 January, 11am - 5pm
From fitness to mindfulness, explore Idea Store Learning courses to support your journey to a healthier, happier you.

Idea Store Whitechapel

Woodgrange Medical Practice
Monday 20 January, 10am - 12pm
Promoting the services provided at Woodgrange Medical Centre

Kooth: Support for Children and Young People
Monday 20 January, 1:30 - 4:30pm
Free digital mental health support for children and young people aged 10-25. Explore resources and tools to boost wellbeing at our event!

Let's Talk Hearts
Tuesday 21 January, 12 - 4pm
Visit our stand to learn about public engagement at the William Harvey Heart Centre, including free heart talks for the public and the Barts & Queen Mary Science Festival for secondary school students.

Public Health 
Tuesday 21 January, 1 - 3pm
Health information and advice provided by Public Health Community Navigators.

NHS: Gut Health information
Wednesday 22 January, 11am - 3pm
Visit the NHS stall for expert advice on gut health, lifestyle changes, and bowel cancer prevention. Discover tips for improving digestion and reducing risks.

NHS: Parent's Mental Health
Wednesday 22 January, 3 - 5pm
NHS stall for expert advice on mental health for parents and building a strong bond with your baby. Access resources to support both you and your baby's well-being.

Health Watch Tower Hamlets
Thursday 23 January, 11am - 3pm
Advice and information to help you stay healthy this winter.

Prevention of Young Suicide
Friday 24 January, 11am - 5pm
Join Papyrus for resources on young suicide prevention, mental health, and wellbeing. Find support and guidance to make a difference in young lives.

Support for Gambling Harm
Friday 24 January, 9am - 3pm
Free support and resources to help with gambling harm. Learn about services available to support recovery and regain control.

Cubitt Town Library

Discover the NHS app
Thursday 23 January, 11am - 1pm
Learn how to use the NHS app, get help with downloading and setting it up, and watch videos showcasing its features. Take control of your health today!