Activ8-2-16 Useful links

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NHS England

The nhs.uk site is managed by NHS Connecting for Health on behalf of the Department of Health.

NHS Wales - Health of Wales Information Service (HOWIS)

HOWIS, the official website of NHS Wales, is a seamless service bringing together information sources about the health and lifestyle of the population of Wales into a simple, electronic-based service.

Alcohol Concern

Alcohol Concern is the national agency on alcohol misuse. We work to reduce the incidence and costs of alcohol-related harm and to increase the range and quality of services available to people with alcohol-related problems.

Ash Wales

This website includes loads of information about smoking, and lots of help to give up, including the techniques of people who succeeded.

Big Fat Problem

Your guide to eating well, getting fit and living longer from BBC Wales.

British Nutrition Foundation

This site provides healthy eating information, resources for schools, news items, recipes and details of the work we undertake around the United Kingdom / European Union.

British Heart Foundation

The website of the Sports Council for Wales, the national organisation responsible for developing and promoting sport and recreation in Wales.

Child Accident Prevention Trust

Child Accident Prevention Trust (capt) is a national charity committed to reducing the number of children and young people who are killed, disabled or seriously injured as a result of accidents.

Children's University

Wrexham Children’s University was the first of its kind in Wales and is being used as a best practice model across the whole of Wales. There are currently six other local authorities across Wales who have now adopted the scheme with a further seven giving it serious consideration. The Children’s University National Network group is looking to launch Children’s University Cymru over the next 18 months.

Eat Well, Be Well

eatwell is the Food Standards Agency's consumer advice and information site.

Health Challenge Wales

Health Challenge Wales is the national focus of efforts to improve health and well-being.

Mind - For Better Mental Health

Mind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales. We work to create a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress.

Salt

This site has been created by the Food Standards Agency to support its salt campaign. The aim of the campaign is to reduce the amount of salt eaten by people in the UK.

Sport Wales

The website of the Sports Council for Wales, the national organisation responsible for developing and promoting sport and recreation in Wales.

Talk To Frank

A to Z list of substances explains appearance and use, effects, chances of getting hooked, health risks and UK law.

WeightWise

The Weightwise website has been developed, and is managed by, the British Dietetic Association (BDA). www.bdaweightwise.com is an independent site, with unbiased, easy-to-follow hints and tips - based on the latest evidence - to help you manage your weight for good.

Wrexham County Borough Council is not responsible for the content of external websites.

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