Local run club celebrates first anniversary following successful opening of wellness centre
Reporter Kelvin Ooi joined a weekly fun run organised by a Jesmond-based organisation
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Jesmond dental health group crowned best in region
A local dental practice’s journey to triumph as detailed by the doctor who set it up.
Jesmond gyms gear up for busiest time of year with New Year deals
Jesmond gyms support locals in the New Year with new deals and classes, reports Ellie Thomson
West Jesmond fundraises to buy defibrillator
West Jesmond Primary has purchased a defibrillator using donated funds to create a safer school environment.
Jesmond’s elderly forced to wait for new flu jab
As we reach flu season, Jesmond pharmacists and doctor are worried about flu jab shortages – but are wary of speaking publicly, reports Andrew Paterson
New commission to tackle mental health crisis in schools
A new commission has been initiated to improve children’s mental health in schools, Valentina Egorova reports
Jesmond Pool scheme aims to increase female participation in sport
Jesmond Pool sees over 50 people sign up to its ‘Swim Together’ scheme aimed promoting exercise in women aged over 45, Al Hall reports
Fitness provider gives rallying call to residents
The north east ranks low for levels of fitness, with resultant health issues. George Welch talks to one firm aiming to provide an alternative
Jesmond Dementia-Friendly Community Project Officially Launches
Jesmond’s dementia-friendly community project was officially launched this past weekend, as Sean Edward Seddon reports
Jesmond Taking Early Steps Toward ‘Dementia-Friendly’ Status
Led by the Community Forum and supported by the city council, Jesmond could be on track to become a ‘dementia-friendly community’, reports Sean Edward Seddon