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The 2025 Youth Survey   held by West Berkshire Council gave over 5,000 children and teenagers the chance to have their say.. The results show some positive things, that most young people feel safe in their local area , which is good news, but they also highlight some real challenges and worries: Mental health and wellbeing is top of mind for 44% of young people. Bullying, including online, affects 42%. Vaping and substance use came up for 41%. Body image and self-esteem worry

Great news for women across the UK! In a significant move towards better women's health care, the government has announced that menopause will now be included in routine NHS Health Checks for the first time. This change is set to benefit nearly 5 million women aged 40–74, helping to raise awareness, improve diagnosis, and ensure timely support for those experiencing perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms. Major NHS update brings menopause into routine health checks - GOV.UK W

West Berkshire Council will soon be launching a supervised toothbrushing programme for children aged 3–5 years across 15 preschool and school settings. Supported by national government funding announced in March 2025, the initiative aims to tackle oral health inequalities and help young children build lifelong healthy habits. Currently, in West Berkshire, around 17% of 5-year-olds experience tooth decay, which is a preventable issue that can affect eating, sleeping, and ove