In this edition of our PYB Health Heros we hear from the amazing Louise, a local lady who has been battling epilepsy since 2012, but she has quit smoking, lost weight and is well on her way to running the London Marathon this year!

Dealing with bereavement is not easy. Find out about Emma from Bridgend who decided to take up extra running to help her cope through a very difficult time in her life. Read more here...

In this edition of our PYB Health Heros we have a short Q&A session with Margaret Dunn, Secretary at Ashfield Surgery, and learn how she has beaten back pain through exercise.

In this edition of our PYB Health Heroes we will be talking to Kerry-Lynne, a cancer charity Communications Manager and mother of two who lives in Coity. Kerry-Lynne was diagnosed with Asthma in her early 20s and enjoys yoga, walks and now running.

In this edition of our PYB Health Heroes we will be talking about Luke, a local school boy with a huge passion for running. Luke who is 7, and his brother Jack, 5, have been taking part in Junior Parkrun with their Dad Nick, since 2015 when Luke was only 4.

Bridgend is a great community and we want to share local stories about our ‘PYB Health Heroes’. Those who have made great achievements when it comes to their own health and wellbeing. And those, who encourage others to join in and make a difference to their own lives too.

A new year is here and it’s the time we all make resolutions of what we want to do in the coming year. Have you given any thought to health related issues though?

PYB HEALTH PRACTICES SUPPORT PARKRUN!

The Older People’s Charter sets out what your rights are when using any health services.

Influenza or the flu affects hundreds of people across the UK each year during the winter months. It is also referred to as seasonal flu since it occurs only during winter, especially between October and April.