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Plans to expand water fluoridation in north east
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Consultation launched on proposals to expand scheme to 1.6 million more people to help tackle tooth decay.
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Those in frontline roles such as community nurses and physiotherapists will benefit, with organisations receiving funding for the payments in the coming months.
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Start for Life campaign: if they could tell you
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A new government campaign will be launched to support parents as research highlights some are unaware their baby’s mental health impacts their early development.
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Smokefree generation one step closer as bill introduced
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The Tobacco and Vapes Bill will deliver on the Prime Minister’s commitment to create a smokefree generation, saving thousands of lives and billions for the NHS.
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