SEASONAL vaccinations and health checks are available by bus in Warrington this month.
The Living Well Bus, delivered by Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, travels to different locations across the region to support people to improve their health and wellbeing.
This month, the bus will be visiting five locations. Residents will be able to drop by to access a range of services, including physical health checks such as a blood pressure and pulse check, cholesterol check, blood glucose check, and body mass index (BMI) check.
Residents can also get advice and support on improving their mental wellbeing, with signposting or referrals made to appropriate services, if required.
People visiting the Living Well bus can also receive their flu and COVID-19 vaccine if they are eligible. During periods of peak COVID-19 vaccine demand, the team will prioritise vaccination delivery, with health checks provided when possible.
The Living Well bus timetable for Warrington:
• Tuesday 5 December, Warrington Town Hall, Sankey Street, WA1 1UH – 10.30am – 4pm
• Thursday 7 December, Orford Community Hub, WA2 9EW – 10.30am – 4pm
• Friday 15 December, Fearnhead Community Centre, Insall Road, WA2 – 10.30am – 4pm
Cllr Maureen McLaughlin (pictured), the borough council’s cabinet member for public health and wellbeing, said: “The Living Well bus is a useful and informal free drop-in service where anyone can drop in for a quick health check with advice and guidance around what you can do to improve your health and wellbeing.
“This service can be especially valuable during winter when you may need to get your seasonal vaccinations. The bus is offering COVID-19 and flu vaccinations to those who are eligible. So, if you are able to get on board the bus during one of its visits to Warrington this month, I encourage you to do so.
“The friendly team will be on hand to offer a range of useful guidance which will help you improve your lifestyle and stay healthy and well.”
