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Keeping well in the economic downturn
24 April 2009
News > Sourcing health information
Changes in the economy may cause increased levels of stress and anxiety. In anticipation of these issues, NHS Bristol developed a leaflet providing advice to individuals on maintaining wellbeing in times of economic hardship.
The leaflet was prepared by NHS Bristol’s lead for mental health and wellbeing and researched with a local readers’ panel to ensure it was clear, accessible and relevant. It is being included in redundancy packs produced by Jobcentre Plus Bristol and distributed to local businesses, GP surgeries and voluntary organisations. This is an effective way of providing practical information to local communities in difficult times.
The SHA directors of communications are promoting this leaflet with PCT communications teams and are encouraging others to consider the benefits of producing their own communications on this subject. To help facilitate this they have uploaded the template for NHS Bristol’s leaflet to NHS Comms Link, which can be easily adapted with local details and contact numbers.
www.bristolpct.nhs.uk/PublicHealth/bristol_leaflet.pdf
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