Small changes can make a big difference
Maintaining a healthy weight can be hard work, but is best obtained through a combination of diet and exercise, and can reduce your risk of developing long term health conditions such as diabetes and heart disease.
Get Active
Being active is good for both your physical and mental health
Quit Smoking
Get advice on how to successfully quit smoking
Better Health
View the NHS resources for additional resources on how to kick start your health. You can find support and advise whether you want to lose weight, get active or quit smoking
Other resources available
BMI Calculator
Use the NHS BMI calculator to check your body mass index (BMI) and find out if you are a healthy weight.
Healthier You
You can check your risk of developing type 2 diabetes using the DiabetesUK Know Your Risk tool
Stop Diabetes
If you are at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, you may be eligible for the NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme
If you are over 18, have a BMI of over 30 (or a BMI of over 27.5 and are from a black, Asian or ethnic minority background) and have been diagnosed with hypertension and/or diabetes, your pharmacist may be able to refer you to the NHS Digital Weight Management Programme.
The 12 week programme offers personalised online access to weight management services from a choice of providers to help you manage your weight and live a healthier life.
Speak to your pharmacist today for more information, or visit nhs.uk/digital-weight-management
