NHS Lanarkshire - Health Improvement

23/06/2026

Cancer Prevention Action Week 23-29 June
Drinking less alcohol is one of the steps we can take to lower our risk of several cancers. Small, manageable changes today can protect long term health

Did you know alcohol increases the risk of several cancers?
Cancers linked with alcohol include:
• Breast cancer
• Bowel cancer
• Mouth, throat and oesophageal cancers
• Liver cancer
• Some stomach cancers
Reducing how much you drink is a tangible step that can help protect your long term health

23/06/2026

🗣 Help Shape Conversations About Substance Use Among Young People!

🗣 Help Shape Conversations About Substance Use Among Young People!

We're looking for the views of young people and parents/carers to help develop new resources about substance use, alcohol, and harm reduction.

📋 Please take a few minutes to complete the survey using the link below;

https://forms.office.com/e/zMrens3aSr

We want to better understand:

✔️ What young people feel they need to know about substances
✔️ What they would like parents/carers to understand about current drug and alcohol trends
✔️ Parents' knowledge, concerns, and perceptions around substance use

By taking part, you'll help us create accessible information and support that reflects the real experiences and needs of families across Lanarkshire.

Research shows that open, honest conversations between young people and trusted adults can play an important role in reducing harm and supporting informed choices.

📢 We'd also be grateful if you could share this post to help us reach as many people as possible.

Together, we can help shape more informed and supportive conversations about substance use in our communities.

18/06/2026

June is Pride month💚💙❤🧡💛💜

we are celebrating by making pride condoms available via our Condoms by Post Service. To access Condoms by Post, simply phone 0300 303 0216 or email [email protected] leaving your name, address and the type of condoms you would like.

If you would like Pride condoms please request these when placing your order. This service is free for anyone with a Lanarkshire postcode and condoms are delivered to your door, no fuss in a plain envelope.

18/06/2026

The more we talk about cervical screening, the more we help break down stigma and support women to access care with confidence.

17/06/2026

Hamilton Citizens Advice Bureau

Hamilton Citizens Advice Bureau are gathering feedback from local people and value your opinion

Please see link here to complete survey:
https://buff.ly/N3XHGyo

11/06/2026

Men's Health Week 8-14 June
Cutting down on alcohol is one of the simplest ways to improve men’s physical and mental health. Small changes can boost energy, mood and long term wellbeing.
Drink Less, Live More
• Reducing alcohol can improve sleep, fitness and energy
Healthier Habits, Better Performance
• Drinking less boosts focus, stamina and recovery

11/06/2026

June is Pride month 💜❤🧡💛💚💙

We are celebrating by making pride condoms available via our Condoms by Post Service. To access Condoms by Post, simply phone 0300 303 0216 or email [email protected] leaving your name, address and the type of condoms you would like.

If you would like Pride condoms please request these when placing your order. This service is free for anyone with a Lanarkshire postcode and condoms are delivered to your door, no fuss in a plain envelope.

11/06/2026

It’s the 50th anniversary of National Smile Month, and we’re smiling even bigger this year. Our Health Improvement team is proud to support this milestone year - promoting better oral health, boosting confidence, and helping our communities smile brighter every day.

09/06/2026

Unpaid carers make a huge difference to families and communities across Scotland. Social Security Scotland has 4 payments to help:

💛Young Carer Grant - a yearly payment of more than £400 for young carers aged 16 to 19 years old.
💚Carer Support Payment - help for people who spend over 35 hours per week caring for someone.
💙Scottish Carer Supplement - an extra payment paid weekly to people in Scotland who get Carer Support Payment
❤️Carer Additional Person Payment - an extra weekly payment for carers who care for more than one person.

Find out more about carer benefits here:
https://bit.ly/FinancialSupportForUnpaidCarers

04/06/2026

Lanarkshire Sexual Health website

The Lanarkshire Sexual Health website provides information about various topics related to sexual health, sexual well-being, and healthy relationships. It also provides information about sexual health services available across Lanarkshire, including Sexual Health clinics, Young People Clinics and information about where to access free condoms through the Free Condoms No Fuss, Condom Distribution Scheme.

For more information visit: buff.ly/0cTVNEU