In today's episode, we thought it would be helpful to give a brief overview of what actually happens when you are invited to a Sparkbrook Children's Zone Women's Health Appointment?

Chiara interviews our Practice Nurse, Vanita Chumber on the following:

- Why the Women's Health Clinics exist

- Who is being invited to the Clinics

- What you can expect from the appointment, including conversations around Diabetes management, overall health, contraception and/or Bump Ready resources, and much more.

Bump Ready Booklet:Pre-Conception :: Birmingham and Solihull ICS

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In today's podcast episode Chiara and Fran sit down to chat about Meningitis B, in order to shed some light on the bacteria, given the recent unprecedented outbreak in Kent.

We chat about:

- What the bacterial infection is

- What the symptoms are and how to spot them

- How to tell the difference between Flu and Meningitis B

- How is spreads

- What can be done to prevent the infection, including vaccinations and antibiotics.

Key links for further information on Meningitis B:

https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/immunisation-services/

https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/menacwy-vaccine/

https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/menb-vaccine-for-children/Meningitis | Recent Illness or Concern - Age Over 3 | Healthier Together

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Today, Chiara and Fran are chatting all things Chickenpox. A very common virus, particularly for kids - so be sure to know what to expect from it! In this episode we talk about what it looks like, what the different stages are of the virus, who the virus can be most dangerous for, and the newfound option of the Chickenpox Vaccine which has been newly introduced.

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In today's episode, Chiara and Fran sit down to chat about Hay fever. What are the different types, how does it affect people differently? How can we find solutions, and if these solutions don't work - what are the further steps we can be taking to solve the issue once and for all?! Tune in to find out.

Allergy UK Link: Hay Fever and Allergic Rhinitis | Allergy UK | National Charity

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On this episode we talk with Deepthi Jyothish, co-creator of Bump Ready, about the Bump Ready Booklet, and we chat through some of the key top tips for how to have a healthy pregnancy.

Make sure you read all the 10 Top Tip in the Bump Ready Booklet found HERE: Pre-Conception :: Birmingham and Solihull ICS⁠

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On this episode we talk with Deepthi Jyothish, co-creator of Bump Ready, all about why it is important to plan your pregnancy. This is such an important episode for anyone thinking of having a baby, and we hope it supports you!

Bump Ready Booklet:Pre-Conception :: Birmingham and Solihull ICS

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In today's episode, we sat down with Mandy Tyler from the Umbrella Sexual Health Service to chat about what contraception is, what the different forms of it are, and what to do if you are exploring using contraception but are unsure about what might be right for you.

We hope this episode is helpful for you!

Umbrella Website Link:⁠Umbrella Health⁠

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In this week's episode we talk about the Umbrella Sexual Health Offer, which is unique to Birmingham and Solihull. We had Mandy Tyler, the Umbrella Community Partnerships Manager, to discuss:

- What Umbrella Offers?

- What can be expected from an Umbrella Pharmacy?

- Who is it available for?

- Umbrella's Confidentiality!

Umbrella Sexual Health Website Link:Umbrella Health

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In today's episode, we cover the topic of Flu, a very popular topic this Winter, an issue which leads to over 8,000 hospital admissions for children each year.

We chat with Nazmeen, our Family Support Advisor, and Doctor Chris, our Co-Clinical Medical Lead, where we discuss the topic going through issues such as:

- How is Flu caused?

- What are the symptoms of Flu?

- Do children with Flu need to go to A&E?

- How long does Flu last?

- Flu Vaccinations - what's in them and are they safe?

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In this episode on the Sparkbrook Children's Zone Podcast, we spoke to Nazmeen, our Senior Family Support Advisor, and Chris, one of our co-clinical medic leads about Winter Bugs.

We talk about topics such as:

- What are Winter Bugs?

- How can Winter Bugs be Prevented?

- How can Parents/ Carers Support Unwell Children?

For more great health advice on Winter Bugs, check out the Healthier Together App and Website: Healthier Together

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