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For physical activity ideas and information, phone 0800 ACTIVE (0800 228 483).
Green Prescriptions
A Green Prescription (GRx) is not a pill or medicine – it’s a script from your doctor or practice nurse with advice on being active.
Everyone needs to be active and eat well to maintain a healthy lifestyle – it can make a big difference to your health. But sometimes you need that extra help to get started – this is where the GRx comes in.
Your GRx gets you ongoing support from a patient support person. This might mean:
- monthly telephone calls for 3–4 months
- face-to-face meetings for 3–4 months
- group support in a community setting for 3–6 months.
Your support person will help you set goals and stay motivated, and can provide advice and activity ideas.
This section includes information and resources on staying active, and success stories from those who have tried it out before you.
Find out more from the Ministry
Why use Green Prescriptions, who’s involved and research on the effectiveness of GRx programmes. Read more
In this section
- Advice for people who are inactive and would like to add more physical activity to their lives. Read more
- Success stories from people now living a healthier, more active lifestyle thanks to the Green Prescription. Read more
- Download pamphlets and other resources on the Green Prescription and being physically active, in a variety of languages. Read more
- Find out who to contact about the Green Prescription in your area. Read more
- The Green Prescription Active Families programme is aimed at children and young people who are overweight or obese, and who are not physically active. It supports them in leading a healthier, more active lifestyle. Read more
- Find an Active Families contact in your area. Read more
Resources
Need Help to Get Active?
A Ministry of Health publication
Be Active Every Day: Physical Activity for Adults
Available from HealthEd
Be Active Every Day: Physical Activity for 5- to 18-year-olds
Available from HealthEd
Page last updated: 09 May 2013
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