Paul’s Story
Paul is 46 and lives in the West End of Newcastle. Paul developed diabetes, his cholesterol was high and he had anxiety and depression.
By May 2023, Paul’s mental and physical health was at an all time low. He knew he needed to make changes towards a healthier and happier lifestyle but lacked confidence and was unsure where to start.
Barbara’s Story
Barbara was referred to our Waiting Well pre-op support service. After a Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) hospital admission, weight loss was a priority for Barbara.
Our team supported Barbara through a twelve week one to one programme to help her lose weight.
Stephanie and Sophie’s Story
Stephanie and Sophie first attended a Pregnancy Social Group during the second half of their pregnancy and were supported with preparation for their new baby’s arrival. After having baby Phoebe by C-section, Stephanie and Sophie struggled to establish early breastfeeding. Our Health Promotion Practitioner Leanne contacted them within hours of discharge to offer breastfeeding guidance and support.
Paul’s Story
Paul had a lower limb amputation due to complications from Type 2 Diabetes. As a wheelchair user, Paul struggled to find a suitable gym until he found out about the Healthworks Gym from a family member.
Shifa’s Story
Shifa, a busy mother of two, went to see her GP as she had started feeling poorly and had pains in her knees when walking. The GP did blood tests which identified that her sugar level has gone up and advised that she needed to lose weight and eat more healthy.
Ashleigh’s Story
Ashleigh was struggling to get breastfeeding established, having problems with breastmilk supply after breast surgery in the past and feeling very anxious about breastfeeding after her previous breastfeeding experience with her first child didn’t go to plan.
Mohammed’s Story
Mohammed is now retired and has been living with type 2 diabetes for more than 10 years. The diabetes was identified at a random health check at his work place, He was referred to his GP, and was put on medication.
Muzna’s Story
Muzna found day to day activities very challenging and often relied on a walking stick due to the pain and fatigue caused by arthritis. A referral from Muzna’s physio to our Escape Pain programme was the start of her amazing journey.
Norma’s Story
Norma was becoming increasingly concerned about the decline in her health and mobility, she was 74 when she was referred to Healthworks by Primary Care.
Mary’s Story
Mary was 52 when we started work with her. She was overweight, lacked confidence and had a sedentary lifestyle.
Amir’s Story
Amir, aged 41, worked with one to one with a member of the team to get support to stop smoking and also to manage more effectively a number of long-term medical conditions.