Public health

The JSNA assesses the health, wellbeing and social care needs of the local community in Bedford Borough.

Bedford Borough residents can get specialist, friendly and confidential help to stop smoking.

We work with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) to deliver health protection to Bedford Borough.

Get help and support about sexual health, including contraception, relationships, pregnancy, STIs, HIV care and psychosexual counselling.

Get drug and alcohol help for you and your family. There is also specialised substance misuse support for children, young people and ex-offenders.

There are lots of specialist mental health services for Bedford Borough residents.

NHS Health Check is a free check-up of your overall health. You can get one from your GP if you are an adult living in England, aged 40-74 without a pre-existing cardio vascular condition.

There are lots of initiatives in Bedford Borough to help residents achieve and maintain a healthy weight.

Get health support and advice for your children and family through health visitors, school nurses and the baby feeding support team.

Find ways to keep teeth and gums healthy to prevent tooth decay and get access to dental treatment.

The Workplace Health Hub is a shared service across Bedford Borough, Central Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes.