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Welcome to Healthy Leicestershire 👋

The official page of Public Health at Leicestershire County Council.

We'll be providing you with the latest information, top tips and useful links around health and wellbeing💜

03/11/2026

📢 Coming up at Wigston Library - Thursday 12th November 2026 - 10:30-11:30 am
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✅ Free Women’s Health Information Session
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This session is designed specifically for adults with learning disabilities and will provide information about smear tests, menopause, and looking after your health and wellbeing.
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There will also be an opportunity to talk with an NHS Learning Disability Nurse in a supportive and welcoming environment.
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Most importantly, this will be a confidential, safe space where individuals can ask questions, share concerns, and learn more about their health using clear, accessible language that everyone can understand.

02/11/2026

📢 November is Mouth Cancer Action Month 💙 Change is your sign.

Mouth cancer can affect anyone. This month, take a moment to be mouth aware; notice what’s normal for you and look out for anything unusual in your mouth, lips or neck.

👉 Find out more from the NHS: https://orlo.uk/52Xni

01/11/2026

🌟 Stoptober may be over, but your smoke-free journey continues.

Whether you're planning your first quit attempt or building on progress you've already made, free support is available whenever you're ready.

🔗 https://orlo.uk/UWer6
☎️ 0345 646 66 66
📱 Text READY to 66777

30/10/2026

Looking for confidential sexual health advice or support?

Whether you have questions, need a check-up, or want to talk to someone – the Leicestershire & Rutland Sexual Health Hub is here for you.

✅ Free and confidential
✅ Online services and support
✅ In-person clinics across Leicestershire and Rutland
✅ Friendly, non-judgemental staff

📲 Visit https://orlo.uk/4LOFt to book an appointment or access online services.

28/10/2026

🌟 More than 14,000 local people have already quit smoking with free support from QuitReady.

Every one of those success stories began with someone deciding to take the first step.

Could today be yours?

🔗 https://orlo.uk/SxL4b
☎️ 0345 646 66 66
📱 Text READY to 66777

26/10/2026

🤝 Whatever your smoking history, free support is available.

Whether this is your first quit attempt or your tenth, you don't need to do it alone.

Find out how QuitReady can help.

🔗 https://orlo.uk/HhYBc
☎️ 0345 646 66 66
📱 Text READY to 66777

23/10/2026

🚭 Stoptober – A healthier smile starts with quitting! 🦷😁

This Stoptober, Leicestershire County Council's Oral Health Improvement Team is encouraging smokers to take the first step towards a healthier, smoke-free future.

Did you know that stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do for your oral health?

Smoking doesn't just affect your lungs – it can also have a serious impact on your mouth, teeth and gums.

🚭 Smoking can increase your risk of:

• Bad breath: leaves a persistent unpleasant smell that mints can’t easily hide
• Stained teeth: turns your teeth yellow or brown, damaging your natural smile
• Gum disease and tooth loss: where your gums become red, swollen or bleed, which can eventually lead to tooth loss
• Slower healing: makes it harder for your mouth to recover after dental treatment or injuries
• Mouth cancer: increases your risk of developing life-threatening oral cancers

💚 The good news? Quitting smoking can improve your oral health, reduce your risk of mouth cancer and help keep your smile healthy.

You don't have to do it alone! 👉 Visit https://orlo.uk/IqdoH for free, friendly support to help you get started and quit smoking for good.

🚭 A healthier mouth, a healthier you – make this Stoptober count! 💚

21/10/2026

This International Men’s Day, join us for:

Together for Men event.

Bringing together local organisations, services and community activities that focus on supporting men’s mental health and wellbeing.

📅 Thursday 19 November, 5pm to 8pm
📍 Leicestershire County Cricket Ground

Free entry and parking, disabled access and no booking required.

Please share this post to help more people find out about the event!

20/10/2026

❤️ Quitting smoking is about more than improving your own health.

Many people tell us they want more energy, more quality time with family and a healthier future for the people they care about.

Whatever your reason, support is available.

🔗 https://orlo.uk/Se7WJ
☎️ 0345 646 66 66
📱 Text READY to 66777

19/10/2026

🍎 What do you really want from food?

We're inviting Leicestershire residents to join The Food Conversation, a community discussion exploring what people want from food now and in the future.
From affordability and access to health, nature and sustainability, this is your chance to share your views on the challenges we face around food and discuss the solutions you'd like to see.

Join one of our upcoming local food conversations at Loughborough Wellbeing Centre (Ground Floor, Asha House, 63 Woodgate, Loughborough LE11 2TZ)

📅 2 November 2026
🕖 11:00 to 13:00

📅 20 November 2026
🕖 14:00 to 16:00

Whether you're passionate about healthy eating, supporting local food production, reducing food waste or creating a fairer and more sustainable food system, we'd love to hear from you.

📧 Register your interest: [email protected]

Find out more about Good Food Leicestershire and upcoming events:
🔗 https://orlo.uk/3NCST

Let's work together to create a healthier, fairer and more sustainable food future for Leicestershire. 🌱

Address

County Hall, Leicester Road, Glenfield
Leicester
LE38RA

Telephone

+441162323232

Website

https://www.leicestershire.gov.uk/health-and-wellbeing

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